Which airport should I fly into for Barrancabermeja?

The closest airport, Yariguies Airport (EJA), is usually most convenient, though a larger airport a little farther out may offer more connections.

How far is the airport from Barrancabermeja?

The nearest is about 4 mi (7 km) away. The table above shows the distance and an estimated transfer time for each airport within about 300 km.

How do I get from the airport into Barrancabermeja?

Most airports offer taxis and ride-hailing, and many add a rail, metro or bus link into the city. Tap any airport above for a full guide with ground-transport options, lounges and transit details.

Airports Near Barrancabermeja

The closest airports to Barrancabermeja, Colombia: IATA codes, names and distances, each with a full airport guide covering terminals, lounges and transit.

The nearest airport to Barrancabermeja, Colombia is Yariguies Airport (EJA), about 4 mi (7 km) away — roughly 15 min by road.

Code	Airport	Distance	Transfer	Type
EJA	Yariguies AirportBarrancabermeja, Colombia	4 mi / 7 km	15 min	Regional
BGA	Palonegro AirportBucaramanga, Colombia	46 mi / 74 km	1 hr 22 min	Regional
CIM	Cimitarra AirportCimitarra, Colombia	49 mi / 79 km	1 hr 28 min	Regional
PBE	Puerto Berrio AirportPuerto Berrio, Colombia	57 mi / 91 km	1 hr 41 min	Regional
OTU	Otu AirportEl Rhin, Colombia	59 mi / 95 km	1 hr 46 min	Regional
EBG	El Bagre AirportEl Bagre, Colombia	75 mi / 121 km	1 hr 45 min	Regional
NAR	Puerto Nare AirportArmenia, Colombia	78 mi / 125 km	1 hr 48 min	Regional
AFI	Amalfi AirportAmalfi, Colombia	84 mi / 135 km	1 hr 57 min	Regional

Distances are straight-line; transfer times are road estimates. "Type" flags major/international gateways.

Which airport is best?

For the shortest transfer, Yariguies Airport (EJA) is the most convenient at about 4 mi out. Larger airports a little farther out can offer more connections, so it's worth comparing fares before booking.

Getting to and from the airport

Taxis and ride-hailing serve every airport here, and the larger ones usually add a rail, metro or bus link into Barrancabermeja. Allow extra time in peak traffic. For exact routes, times and fares, open the airport guide — start with EJA.

Hotels near the airport

For early departures or late arrivals, a hotel near EJA saves a stressful morning transfer.

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Travel tips

Compare the total door-to-door time, not just the airfare — a cheaper flight into a distant airport can cost more once you add the transfer. Check whether your airport has a direct train or metro before defaulting to a taxi, and for international arrivals, confirm any visa or transit rules in advance.

Frequently asked questions

The nearest airport to Barrancabermeja is Yariguies Airport (EJA), about 4 mi (7 km) away — roughly 15 min by road.