Airport
Dr. Juan Plate Airport (VMI)
Dr. Juan Plate Airport serves the town of Vallemí and the wider Concepción Department in northern Paraguay. Compare transfer options to Vallemí, Concepción and nearby Paraguay River destinations, and plan your journey to the region's caves, rivers and industrial sites.
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About Dr. Juan Plate Airport
Dr. Juan Plate Airport is a small domestic gateway serving Puerto Vallemí and the wider Concepción Department in northern Paraguay. It supports regional air connections for the industrial and tourist town of Vallemí, a community known for its cement production and natural attractions.
Located close to Vallemí, about 180 km from the city of Concepción and roughly 570 km from Asunción, the airport provides access to the northern Paraguay River region. The area around Vallemí is recognized for its limestone industry, caves, river beaches and sport fishing.
The airport has a single asphalt runway of about 1,205 meters and a compact terminal used for domestic and regional flights. Its simple layout allows for straightforward check-in, security, arrivals and ground transportation.
Road access connects the airport with Vallemí and onward destinations in Concepción Department. Travelers can continue their journey by taxi, private transfer, rental car or arranged group transport depending on their plans.
Terminal Overview
Terminals
Dr. Juan Plate Airport operates passenger services through a single small terminal serving Puerto Vallemí and the surrounding Concepción Department. The airport mainly handles domestic and regional flights.
Ground Transportation Services to and from Dr. Juan Plate Airport
Transfers
Book private transfers from Dr. Juan Plate Airport to hotels in Vallemí and onward to Concepción and other destinations in northern Paraguay.
Hourly Chauffeur
Arrange a professional chauffeur by the hour for flexible travel from the airport around Vallemí, business visits or journeys in the Concepción region.
Car Rental
Rent a car from Dr. Juan Plate Airport for independent travel around Vallemí and onward road journeys across Concepción Department.
Bus & Group Transfers
Organize minibuses or charter buses for groups traveling between Dr. Juan Plate Airport, Vallemí, industrial sites, event venues and nearby destinations.
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