Airports Near Tulcán
The closest airports to Tulcán, EC: IATA codes, names and distances, each with a full airport guide covering terminals, lounges and transit.
The nearest airport to Tulcán, EC is Teniente Coronel Luis a Mantilla Airport (TUA), about 1 mi (1 km) away — roughly 2 min by road.
| Code | Airport | Distance | Transfer | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| TUA | Teniente Coronel Luis a Mantilla AirportTulcan, Ecuador | 1 mi / 1 km | 2 min | Regional |
| IPI | San Luis AirportIpiales, Colombia | 5 mi / 8 km | 17 min | Regional |
| PSO | Antonio Narino AirportPasto, Colombia | 50 mi / 80 km | 1 hr 29 min | Regional |
| LGQ | Nueva Loja AirportLago Agrio, Ecuador | 77 mi / 124 km | 1 hr 47 min | Regional |
| VGZ | Villa Garzon AirportVilla Garzon, Colombia | 78 mi / 125 km | 1 hr 48 min | Regional |
| UIO | Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal SucreQuito, Ecuador | 79 mi / 127 km | 1 hr 50 min | Regional |
| PUU | Tres De Mayo AirportPuerto Asis, Colombia | 86 mi / 139 km | 2 hr | Regional |
| TCO | La Florida AirportTumaco, Colombia | 99 mi / 160 km | 2 hr 19 min | Regional |
Distances are straight-line; transfer times are road estimates. "Type" flags major/international gateways.
Which airport is best?
For the shortest transfer, Teniente Coronel Luis a Mantilla Airport (TUA) is the most convenient at about 1 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 Tulcán. Allow extra time in peak traffic. For exact routes, times and fares, open the airport guide — start with TUA.
Hotels near the airport
For early departures or late arrivals, a hotel near TUA saves a stressful morning transfer.
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Other cities these airports serve
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 Tulcán is Teniente Coronel Luis a Mantilla Airport (TUA), about 1 mi (1 km) away — roughly 2 min by road.