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Port-au-Prince

HTPAP🇭🇹HT

Port Location

About Port-au-Prince

The Port-au-Prince (HTPAP) is a maritime port facility located in HT.. Local time zone: UTC-5.

Position: 18.5581°N, 72.3687°W. UN/LOCODE: HTPAP.

Geographic context: The Port-au-Prince is situated on the Caribbean Sea. The location falls within the subtropical climate zone with mild winters and warm summers.

Vessel Limits

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General Information

Port Name
Port-au-Prince
Country
🇭🇹HT
UNLOCODE
HTPAP
Time Zone
UTC-5
Latitude
18.5581°
Longitude
-72.3687°

Navigation Aids Near Port-au-Prince

Pointe Fantasque Lighthouse

Range: 9 NM

1.8 NMESE

Port-Au-Prince Range Front Lighthouse

1.8 NMESE

Pointe Du Lamentin Lighthouse

2.4 NMW

Lafiteau Range Front Lighthouse

8 NMN

Lafiteau Range Rear Lighthouse

8.1 NMN

Nearby Vessels

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port-au-Prince?+
The approach to Port-au-Prince is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Pointe Fantasque Lighthouse at 1.8 NM to the ESE with a nominal range of 9 NM. Other aids include Port-Au-Prince Range Front (1.8 NM ESE), Pointe Du Lamentin (2.4 NM W), Lafiteau Range Front (8 NM N), Lafiteau Range Rear (8.1 NM N). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What sea or ocean is the Port-au-Prince on?+
The Port-au-Prince is situated on the Caribbean Sea in HT. The area falls within the subtropical climate zone with mild winters and warm summers, which can influence port operations and seasonal shipping patterns.
How do I track vessels arriving at or departing from the Port-au-Prince?+
You can track vessels near Port-au-Prince (HTPAP) in real time using MarineRadar. The platform displays live AIS positions of nearby ships, including vessel name, type, flag, speed, and course. Use the "Track Vessels Nearby" button on this page or search for HTPAP on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port-au-Prince?+
The Port-au-Prince operates in the UTC-5 time zone. Operating hours, VTS schedules, and pilot availability vary — vessel agents should confirm with the port authority in advance, especially for night arrivals or weekend operations.