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Almirante Marcos A. Zar Airport (REL)
Almirante Marcos A. Zar Airport is the main air gateway to Trelew and the lower Chubut River valley in Argentine Patagonia. Compare transfer options to Trelew city centre, Puerto Madryn, Rawson, Gaiman and Península Valdés for a smooth onward journey.
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About Almirante Marcos A. Zar Airport
Almirante Marcos A. Zar Airport is the main airport serving Trelew and the lower Chubut River valley in Argentine Patagonia. Opened in 1938, it has grown into the region's principal air connection for both residents and visitors travelling to Chubut Province.
The airport operates from a single passenger terminal that handles domestic flights and occasional international services. Its compact layout keeps check-in, security, arrivals and passenger facilities close together, making it easy to navigate for short regional trips.
Located roughly 6 km north of central Trelew, the airport is reached by taxi, remise, private transfers, rental cars and other road connections. The short journey into the city makes onward travel straightforward after landing.
The airport also acts as a gateway to Puerto Madryn, Rawson, Gaiman and the wildlife-rich Península Valdés, a key destination for whale watching and coastal excursions in the region.
Terminal Overview
Terminals
Almirante Marcos A. Zar Airport has one passenger terminal. Domestic flights operate from this single terminal, and the building also accommodates occasional international services under its international airport designation.
Ground Transportation Services to and from Almirante Marcos A. Zar Airport
Transfers
Book private transfers from Almirante Marcos A. Zar Airport to hotels in Trelew, Puerto Madryn, Rawson and other destinations across Chubut.
Hourly Chauffeur
Arrange a professional chauffeur by the hour for flexible travel from the airport, business meetings, events or journeys around Trelew and the lower Chubut valley.
Car Rental
Rent a car at Almirante Marcos A. Zar Airport for independent travel around Trelew and onward journeys to Puerto Madryn and Península Valdés.
Bus & Group Transfers
Organize minibuses or charter buses for groups travelling between the airport, hotels, event venues and destinations such as Puerto Madryn and the Valdés Peninsula.
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