Barranquilla Airport
General information
Barranquilla is the fourth largest city in Colombia in terms of inhabitants, known as the birthplace of singer Shakira and carnival. Carnaval de Barranquilla is the second largest carnival in the world, after Rio de Janeiro in Brazil. Barranquilla Airport is located south of the city and consists of one terminal and one runway. At the moment renovations are taking place at the airport, Ernesto Cortissoz International Airport is currently being expanded and renovated.
Location
Where is Barranquilla Airport situated?
The airport is located in the municipality of Soledad south of Barranquilla. The main road near Barranquilla Airport is Calle 10a.
How many terminals does Barranquilla Airport have?
Barranquilla Airport has one terminal. After the security check you will enter the section for International Departures or the section for Domestic Departures, depending on your destination.
Airport Map
Nearby airports
A good alternative for flying to or from Barranquilla Airport are the following airports, sorted by distance from the airport. You can also take a look at the complete list of airports in Colombia.
| Airport | Distance |
|---|---|
| Santa Marta Airport | 65km |
| Cartagena Rafael Núñez Airport | 95km |
Transportation
Car
The distance from Barranquilla Airport to the centre of Barranquilla is 13 kilometres. By car, it takes 30 minutes to get to the centre of Barranquilla.
From BAQ Airport to Barranquilla City centre by Car
Public transport
It is possible to travel to and from Barranquilla Airport by public transport. Visit the Barranquilla Airport transportation page for the possibilities.
Taxi transfer
A taxi is the quickest and most comfortable way to get to and from Barranquilla Airport. The price for a taxi ride from the airport to the centre of Barranquilla is about COP 26000.-. Book your taxi at Barranquilla Airport and discover the comfort of pre-booked taxis.
From BAQ Airport to Barranquilla City centre by Taxi
Car rental
At Barranquilla Airport you can rent a car from car rental companies Avis, National (Enterprise Holdings), Alamo (Enterprise Holdings), Enterprise, Hertz and local providers. It is most convenient to find and book a car well in advance. By doing so, you can save money and time at the airport.
Airport parking
Barranquilla Airport offers various official parking options, from premium to low cost. In addition, alternative parking options are available near the airport. If you want to park as cheaply as possible, it's wise to book online!
At the airport
Do you want more information about facilities, currency exchange, services, free Wi-Fi, lounges, etc. at Barranquilla Airport? Check our at the airport page for a complete overview of all facilities and services at Barranquilla Airport.
Flights
Departures and arrivals
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Flight tickets
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Which airlines fly from and to Barranquilla Airport?
We offer you a list of airlines at Barranquilla Airport. The main airlines at the airport are:
- Avianca
- Viva Air
- LATAM Airlines
- American Airlines
- Copa Airlines
Accommodations
Hotels near the airport
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Hotels in Barranquilla
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Things to do
It is possible to book tickets in the city and near Barranquilla Airport. You can avoid queues and save money by buying your tickets online. Planning a trip and wondering what to do, we give you some inspiration!
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