Airport
Alonso Valderrama Airport (CTD)
Alonso Valderrama Airport is a small regional gateway serving Chitré, Herrera Province, and the Azuero Peninsula. Compare transfer options to Chitré, Las Tablas, Pedasí and nearby coastal areas, and plan your onward journey with ease.
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About Alonso Valderrama Airport
Alonso Valderrama Airport serves Chitré, the capital of Herrera Province in central Panama. It is the main air gateway for the Azuero Peninsula, connecting the region with domestic flights to Panama City.
The airport lies about 2 km northeast of central Chitré and has a single passenger terminal. Air Panama operates scheduled domestic services between Chitré and Marcos A. Gelabert Airport in Albrook, Panama City.
In 2024 and 2025, Panama's Civil Aviation Authority carried out modernization work at the airport, including improvements to the terminal, runway and platform areas.
Travelers can reach Chitré and surrounding towns by taxi, private transfer or road connections from the terminal area.
Terminal Overview
Terminals
The airport operates a single passenger terminal serving domestic flights, with scheduled services to Panama City operated by Air Panama.
Ground Transportation Services to and from Alonso Valderrama Airport
Transfers
Book private transfers from Alonso Valderrama Airport to hotels, city destinations and other locations across Chitré and the Azuero Peninsula.
Hourly Chauffeur
Arrange a professional chauffeur by the hour for flexible travel from the airport, business visits, events or journeys around Chitré and nearby towns.
Car Rental
Rent a car at Alonso Valderrama Airport for independent travel around Chitré, Las Tablas, Pedasí and other destinations in the region.
Bus & Group Transfers
Organize minibuses or charter buses for groups travelling between Chitré Airport, hotels, event venues and other locations in Herrera Province.
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