Airport
Captain Nicolas Rojas Airport (POI)
Captain Nicolas Rojas Airport is the main gateway to Potosí and the surrounding highland region of southwestern Bolivia. Compare transfer options to the city centre, the historic Cerro Rico area, Sucre, and onward routes toward the Uyuni Salt Flats.
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About Captain Nicolas Rojas Airport
Captain Nicolas Rojas Airport serves Potosí, a historic mining city and UNESCO World Heritage site in Bolivia's highlands. Opened in 1990, it provides a vital air link between this remote Andean city and the rest of the country.
Located about 6 km northeast of central Potosí and at an elevation of roughly 3,935 metres, it is one of the highest commercial airports in the world. The airport mainly handles domestic flights, with scheduled services connecting Potosí to cities including La Paz, Santa Cruz de la Sierra and Cochabamba.
The single passenger terminal keeps arrivals and departures close together, making the airport compact and easy to navigate. Ground transport is primarily by taxi, with the journey to the city centre normally taking around 15 minutes.
As the main air gateway to Potosí, the airport supports travelers visiting the Cerro Rico mines, the city's colonial centre and onward journeys toward destinations such as Sucre and the Uyuni Salt Flats.
Terminal Overview
Terminals
Captain Nicolas Rojas Airport operates from a single passenger terminal serving the Potosí area. The airport primarily handles domestic flights, with scheduled connections to cities such as La Paz, Santa Cruz de la Sierra and Cochabamba.
Ground Transportation Services to and from Captain Nicolas Rojas Airport
Transfers
Book private transfers from Captain Nicolas Rojas Airport to hotels, the historic city centre and other locations across Potosí.
Hourly Chauffeur
Arrange a professional chauffeur by the hour for flexible travel from the airport, business meetings, events or journeys around Potosí.
Car Rental
Rent a car from Captain Nicolas Rojas Airport for independent travel around Potosí and onward journeys to nearby destinations.
Bus & Group Transfers
Organize minibuses or charter buses for groups travelling between Captain Nicolas Rojas Airport, hotels, event venues and other destinations.
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