Airport
Lieutenant Colonel Carmelo Peralta National Airport (CIO)
Lieutenant Colonel Carmelo Peralta National Airport is the main gateway to Concepción and the surrounding Concepción Department in northern Paraguay. Compare transfer options to the city centre and nearby destinations such as Belén and Horqueta, and plan your journey with ease.
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About Lieutenant Colonel Carmelo Peralta National Airport
Lieutenant Colonel Carmelo Peralta National Airport serves Concepción, the capital of Concepción Department in northern Paraguay. It provides regional air connections for the city and nearby communities along the Paraguay River, supporting domestic travel, business and general aviation.
The airport is located approximately 4 km from the centre of Concepción and operates from a single passenger terminal with one asphalt runway of about 1,850 metres. Its compact layout keeps passenger movements simple and allows relatively quick access between the terminal and the city.
Ground transportation is available by taxi, private transfer or rental car, with short journeys linking the airport to Concepción hotels and onward road connections to surrounding towns.
Because it is a smaller regional airport, travellers should expect limited commercial facilities and are advised to confirm flight and check-in details with their airline before departure.
Terminal Overview
Terminals
Lieutenant Colonel Carmelo Peralta National Airport operates a single passenger terminal that handles domestic arrivals and departures, with shared areas for check-in, waiting and general aviation.
Ground Transportation Services to and from Lieutenant Colonel Carmelo Peralta National Airport
Transfers
Book private transfers from Lieutenant Colonel Carmelo Peralta Airport to hotels, city destinations and other locations across Concepción and northern Paraguay.
Hourly Chauffeur
Arrange a professional chauffeur by the hour for flexible travel from CIO, business meetings, events or journeys around Concepción.
Car Rental
Rent a car from Lieutenant Colonel Carmelo Peralta Airport for independent travel around Concepción and onward journeys to nearby towns.
Bus & Group Transfers
Organize minibuses or charter buses for groups travelling between the airport, Concepción hotels, event venues and nearby destinations.
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