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Distance to Asuncion12.6km
Distance to Luque4.7km
Most popular destinationParamaribo

About Asuncion Airport

  • Located in Presidente Hayes Department, Asuncion Airport is a main airport for people travelling to and from Asuncion.

  • The airport connects the wider area, with passengers from nearby San Lorenzo and Capiatá also relying on it for flights.

  • Here's a snapshot of the top airlines at Asuncion Airport:

  • Setting off from Asuncion and want some travel inspiration? Flights from Asuncion Airport can take you direct to standout destinations like these:

    • Buenos Aires

    • Sao Paulo

    • Panama City

    • Montevideo

    • Lima

  • June, August, and September are among the busiest months for arrivals at Silvio Pettirossi International Airport. Paraguay's dry winter season runs through these months, bringing more comfortable conditions for travel. August and September also coincide with increased regional tourism as spring approaches and outdoor activity picks up.

  • January, February, and March tend to see lower arrival volumes at Silvio Pettirossi International Airport. These are summer months in Paraguay, typically bringing intense heat and humidity alongside the wettest period of the year, which generally moderates inbound travel demand compared to the cooler mid-year period.

How to get from Asuncion Airport to Asuncion

  • You can travel to the centre of Asuncion by bus from the airport. The Line 30-A takes around 45 minutes to arrive at a central hub like Centro de Asuncion.

  • Book a rideshare service with Uber or Bolt from Asuncion Airport and head straight to your next stop.

  • If you need a taxi in Asuncion, MUV are an option when you need a ride.

  • Whether you book a rideshare service or a taxi, the drive from Asuncion Airport into Asuncion typically takes about 20 minutes, depending on traffic.

  • Taxis are the most straightforward option from Silvio Pettirossi International Airport into central Asuncion. Ride-hailing apps, including Uber, also operate here and can be a convenient alternative.

How to get to Asuncion Airport from Asuncion

  • You can get to the airport by bus from the city. Give yourself roughly 45 minutes if you take the Line 30-A from a major stop like Centro de Asuncion.

  • It takes about 25 minutes to travel from the centre of Asuncion to the airport in a taxi.

  • Taxis and rideshares are the most common ways to reach Silvio Pettirossi International Airport from Asuncion. You can also find private transfer services, which are worth booking in advance if you want a fixed arrangement.

Asuncion Airport facilities

  • Asuncion Airport has one main terminal.

  • If you're hungry before your flight, take advantage of the cafes and coffee shops and fast food. You'll also find grab-and-go options and sit-down restaurants.

  • You can work in a quick shop stop before your flight. Swing by the convenience stores, duty-free outlets, fashion and accessories, and souvenirs and gifts for anything you forgot to pack.

  • Not boarding for a while? You may be able to wait in an airport lounge rather than at the gate. Business and first class lounges and Membership lounges are available at Asuncion Airport.

  • You'll find several options for parking at Asuncion Airport. Here are the main types:

    • Long stay

    • Pick-up/drop-off

    • Short stay

Where to stay near Asuncion Airport

  • Booked a late flight to Asuncion Airport or heading out first thing in the morning? Rio Hotel by Bourbon Luque - Asunción gives you an easy overnight option. It features Wi-Fi, air conditioning, and a fitness centre and is around 2 kilometres away.

  • Another option that's close by is Zielo Hotel. Roughly 5 kilometres from the airport, amenities here include a 24-hour front desk, an airport shuttle, and luggage storage.

  • Or make the night before or after your flight easier at Gran Bourbon Hotel Asuncion. From the airport, it's about 2 kilometres away and offers a sauna, Wi-Fi, air conditioning, and more.

Car rental options near Asuncion Airport

  • Flying into Asuncion to begin your trip? Pick up a car rental at Asuncion Airport and get straight to the places on your list.

  • Localiza, Sixt and Alamo are some of the most popular suppliers. You'll find vehicle types for different travel needs, from short city breaks to longer road trips.

Asuncion Airport FAQs

Yes. There are Hertz, Sixt, Localiza, Alamo, National, Enterprise, Thrifty, Dollar and Ace Rent a Car pick-up points in or near to Asuncion Airport’s Arrivals or Departures areas.

For international arrivals, it usually takes around an hour to clear Asuncion Airport’s passport control and claim your baggage if you checked any in. Domestic arrivals to Asuncion Airport don’t need to pass through passport control, so take a little less time.

If you’re heading to Asuncion Airport arrivals to pick up a family member or friend, consider arriving half an hour after their flight is due to touch down.

We recommend you leave at least two and a half hours between your inbound and outbound flights, especially if you are self-transferring on an international flight. When you self-transfer, you may need to clear customs, claim any luggage and then check it back on to your next flight yourself. Take into account that you might need to change terminals, or it could take longer than necessary to navigate Asuncion Airport’s departure lounge.

Zielo Hotel is the highest-rated hotel near Asuncion Airport, just 4.7km away. Other great hotels nearby include Ramada Suites by Wyndham Asuncion Aeropuerto (1.7km from the airport), and Hotel Las Residentas (4.9km away).

Check-in and bag drop often close an hour before your scheduled departure time for domestic flights, and sometimes an hour and a half before for longer-haul international flights. As a rule of thumb, you should try to arrive at Asuncion Airport two hours before you fly but check with the airline you’re flying with.

Don’t worry if there’s no information available on our live flight tracker. We try our best to pull it directly from each airline but sometimes this might not work properly. Try contacting the airline directly, or checking their website to see if you can get an update.

Don’t panic! If you are not already at Asuncion Airport, try contacting the airline directly to see if you can get on the next flight out, or a refund.

If you’re already inside Asuncion Airport Departures when you find out, head to the airline’s desk to speak directly with someone.

If there are no more flights to your destination with the same airline and you really need to get there soon, we recommend searching for a new flight with Skyscanner and booking as soon as possible. You can then try to claim a refund for the original cancelled flight.

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