San Luis Airport (IPI)

Ipiales, CO 🇨🇴 Medium Airport Scheduled Service

ICAO

SKIP

IATA

IPI

Elevation

9765 ft

Region

CO-NAR

Local Time

Airport Information

GPS Code: SKIP

Local Code: IPI

Location: 0.861946° N, -77.671783° E

Continent: SA

Type: Medium Airport

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What Travelers Say

AI-Generated Summary Based on web research

Traveler sentiment at San Luis Airport (IPI) in Ipiales, Colombia, appears mixed, primarily due to the airport's limited facilities and amenities, despite relatively efficient security and immigration processes. Many perceive Ipiales as a transit point, with the surrounding town's general appeal influencing the overall travel experience.

What Travelers Love

Efficient Immigration: Travelers generally experience short wait times for immigration and customs, typically around 8 minutes.
Accessible Transportation: The airport offers convenient transportation options to and from Ipiales, including taxis (around 9 minutes, $7-$9) and frequent bus services (22 minutes, every 15 minutes) from Plaza La Pola.

Common Complaints

Limited Terminal Facilities: Reviews indicate low satisfaction with terminal facilities, including a low rating for general terminal amenities (46%), food and retail services (37%), and lounges (46%).
Poor Wi-Fi Connectivity: Wi-Fi availability and performance receive a very low rating (23%), suggesting unreliable or limited internet access for travelers.
Long Security Wait Times: Travelers may face longer wait times at security checkpoints, with reported times around 28 minutes.
Overall Town Perception: While not directly about the airport, some traveler experiences in Ipiales describe the town as "dirty" and having "shady characters", which may negatively color the broader travel experience associated with the airport.

In summary, San Luis Airport (IPI) is a functional transit point with efficient immigration and good local transport links. However, travelers should anticipate a basic airport experience with limited amenities, longer security queues, and potentially poor Wi-Fi.

Generated True weeks ago

This summary is automatically generated by AI based on web research of traveler reviews and experiences. AI-generated content may not always be 100% accurate.

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Top Airlines

Operating at San Luis Airport

Airlines by Flight Activity

Based on observed flight operations and route network

Airline	Routes	Flights	Destinations	Last Activity
Avianca `AVA` / `AV`	1	9	1	Dec 5, 2025
Avianca Express `AVR` / `EX`	1	5	1	Aug 24, 2025
SATENA `NSE` / `9R`	1	1	1	Aug 24, 2025

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For Pilots

Designation	Length	Width	Surface	Status
`06/24`	5774 ft	92 ft	ASP	Closed Lighted
`08/26`	8202 ft	118 ft	ASP	Active Lighted

Type	Description	Frequency
APP	ANDES APP	`120.1 MHz`
RDO	IPIALES RDO	`348.8 MHz`
TWR	TWR	`118.3 MHz`

Ident	Name	Type	Frequency
`IPI`	Ipiales	VOR-DME	`113600 kHz`
`SLI`	San Luis	NDB	`244 kHz`

Ground Transportation

Last updated: Nov 21, 2025

Taxis

Taxis and rideshare services like Uber and Lyft are available. The designated pickup area for taxis and TNCs (Transportation Network Companies) is located outside the terminal's baggage claim area. Pre-booking with local taxi companies is also an option.

Rental Cars

Several major car rental agencies operate on-site. Their service counters are located directly across from the baggage claim area inside the terminal. Companies include Avis, Budget, Enterprise, and Hertz. Booking in advance is highly recommended.

Public Transportation

Public transit options are limited. The SLO Regional Transit Authority (RTA) operates in the area, but there is no direct bus stop at the terminal building. Passengers would need to walk to the nearest stop on Broad Street (Highway 227). Check the SLO RTA website for current schedules and routes.

Distances are approximate and calculated as straight-line distances.