Almirante Padilla Airport (RCH)

Riohacha, CO 🇨🇴 Medium Airport Scheduled Service

ICAO

SKRH

IATA

RCH

Elevation

43 ft

Region

CO-LAG

Local Time

Airport Information

GPS Code: SKRH

Local Code: RCH

Location: 11.5262° N, -72.926° E

Continent: SA

Type: Medium Airport

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For Pilots

Designation	Length	Width	Surface	Status
`09/27`	5413 ft	98 ft	ASP	Active
`10/28`	- ft	- ft	UNK	Active

Type	Description	Frequency
RDO	RIOHACHA RDO	`348.8 MHz`
TWR	TWR	`118.4 MHz`

Ident	Name	Type	Frequency
`RHC`	Riohacha	VOR-DME	`117100 kHz`

Airport Routes

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Popular Flight Routes

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Top Airlines

Operating at Almirante Padilla Airport

Airlines by Flight Activity

Based on observed flight operations and route network

Airline	Routes	Flights	Destinations	Last Activity
Avianca - Aerovias Nacionales de Colombia Airlines `AVA` / `AV`	2	17	2	Sep 8, 2025
LAN Argentina `ARE` / `4C`	1	6	1	Sep 8, 2025

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Ground Transportation

Last updated: Jul 25, 2025

Taxis

Taxis are readily available outside the arrivals hall. They are the most common and convenient way to get to the city of Riohacha. The trip is short, typically taking 10-15 minutes. It is recommended to use the authorized airport taxis for fixed and secure fares.

Rental Cars

Several car rental companies, including Localiza and National, have desks inside the airport terminal. Renting a car is a good option for exploring the wider La Guajira region. It is highly advisable to book your vehicle in advance, especially during peak season, to ensure availability.

Public Transportation

There is no formal public bus or shuttle service that directly connects to the Almirante Padilla Airport terminal. The main options for transportation are taxis or pre-booked rental cars. Informal 'mototaxis' (motorcycle taxis) are also common in the area but are not recommended for travelers with luggage.

Distances are approximate and calculated as straight-line distances.

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