Airports Near Potosí
The closest airports to Potosí, BO: IATA codes, names and distances, each with a full airport guide covering terminals, lounges and transit.
The nearest airport to Potosí, BO is Capitan Nicolas Rojas Airport (POI), about 3 mi (5 km) away — roughly 11 min by road. For long-haul flights, the main international gateway is Alcantarà International Airport (SRE).
| Code | Airport | Distance | Transfer | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| POI | Capitan Nicolas Rojas AirportPotosi, Bolivia | 3 mi / 5 km | 11 min | Regional |
| SRE | Alcantarà International AirportSucre, Bolivia | 45 mi / 73 km | 1 hr 21 min | International |
| UYU | Uyuni AirportQuijarro, Bolivia | 93 mi / 149 km | 2 hr 9 min | Regional |
| MHW | Monteagudo AirportEl Banado, Bolivia | 118 mi / 190 km | 2 hr 45 min | Regional |
| VAH | Capitan Av. Vidal Villagomez Toledo AirportVallegrande, Bolivia | 132 mi / 213 km | 3 hr 5 min | Regional |
| ORU | Juan Mendoza AirportOruro, Bolivia | 142 mi / 228 km | 3 hr 18 min | Regional |
| CAM | Camiri AirportCamiri, Bolivia | 148 mi / 238 km | 3 hr 26 min | Regional |
| CBB | Jorge Wilsterman International AirportCochabamba, Bolivia | 152 mi / 245 km | 3 hr 32 min | International |
Distances are straight-line; transfer times are road estimates. "Type" flags major/international gateways.
Which airport is best?
For the shortest transfer, Capitan Nicolas Rojas Airport (POI) is the most convenient at about 3 mi out. If you're flying internationally or want the widest choice of routes, Alcantarà International Airport (SRE) (45 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 Potosí. Allow extra time in peak traffic. For exact routes, times and fares, open the airport guide — start with POI.
Hotels near the airport
For early departures or late arrivals, a hotel near POI 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 Potosí is Capitan Nicolas Rojas Airport (POI), about 3 mi (5 km) away — roughly 11 min by road.