Airports Near Cajamarca
The closest airports to Cajamarca, Peru: IATA codes, names and distances, each with a full airport guide covering terminals, lounges and transit.
The nearest airport to Cajamarca, Peru is Mayor General FAP Armando Revoredo Iglesias Airport (CJA), about 2 mi (3 km) away — roughly 6 min by road. For long-haul flights, the main international gateway is Capitan FAP Carlos Martinez De Pinillos International Airport (TRU).
| Code | Airport | Distance | Transfer | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CJA | Mayor General FAP Armando Revoredo Iglesias AirportCajamarca, Peru | 2 mi / 3 km | 6 min | Regional |
| SQD | San Francisco AirportSan Francisco de Yeso, Peru | 63 mi / 101 km | 1 hr 53 min | Regional |
| TRU | Capitan FAP Carlos Martinez De Pinillos International AirportTrujillo, Peru | 76 mi / 122 km | 1 hr 46 min | International |
| CHH | Chachapoyas AirportChachapoyas, Peru | 80 mi / 128 km | 1 hr 51 min | Regional |
| RIM | San Nicolas AirportRodriguez de Mendoza, Peru | 87 mi / 140 km | 2 hr 1 min | Regional |
| CIX | Capitan FAP Jose A Quinones Gonzales International AirportChiclayo, Peru | 94 mi / 152 km | 2 hr 12 min | International |
| JAE | Shumba AirportJaen, Peru | 110 mi / 177 km | 2 hr 33 min | Regional |
| RIJ | Juan Simons Vela AirportRioja, Peru | 119 mi / 192 km | 2 hr 46 min | Regional |
Distances are straight-line; transfer times are road estimates. "Type" flags major/international gateways.
Which airport is best?
For the shortest transfer, Mayor General FAP Armando Revoredo Iglesias Airport (CJA) is the most convenient at about 2 mi out. If you're flying internationally or want the widest choice of routes, Capitan FAP Carlos Martinez De Pinillos International Airport (TRU) (76 mi) is the bigger gateway — worth the extra distance for long-haul or cheaper fares.
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 Cajamarca. Allow extra time in peak traffic. For exact routes, times and fares, open the airport guide — start with CJA.
Hotels near the airport
For early departures or late arrivals, a hotel near CJA 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 Cajamarca is Mayor General FAP Armando Revoredo Iglesias Airport (CJA), about 2 mi (3 km) away — roughly 6 min by road.