San Carlos de Bariloche Airport

IATA code: BRC

ICAO code: SAZS

Passengers: ~ 1.8 million 

San Carlos de Bariloche Airport, also known as Teniente Luis Candelaria Airport, is an airport serving San Carlos de Bariloche in Argentina. It serves domestic flights and has a single terminal. In 2019, it served over 1.8 million passengers. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, there was an 80% decrease in the number of passengers. Some of the airlines that operate through BRC are Aerolineas Argentinas and LATAM.

If traveling to Bariloche, the following guide will present you with all the information necessary for your arrival. 

Getting from Bariloche Airport to Bariloche 

Getting from the airport is possible in several ways. You can take a bus, rent a car or hire a taxi or a private transfer to get to your destination. The distance between Bariloche Airport and the city is 13 kilometers, which is roughly a 10-minute ride. 

Bus

The cheapest option for getting from the airport to the city is to take a local bus. The local bus company is called Mi Bus, and the bus line you have to board is 72. Keep in mind that boarding public transport in Argentina means that you are required to obtain a SUBE card. It is a contactless card you use instead of buying a bus ticket each time. The card can be bought in nearly any market in the city. 

You can buy the SUBE card at the airport drug store. The card costs around 2 USD$, and the amount of money you will transfer to a card depends on how much you plan to use public transport.

The bus station is on the ground floor of the airport. The bus operates from 5:50 AM until midnight and departs every half an hour. 

Taxi 

If you prefer a more comfortable ride, taking a taxi is a good option for you. In order to take a taxi, you must purchase a taxi ticket at the stands located at the main access to the terminal. You can only pay in pesos, but the price should be equivalent to around 10 USD$. Be careful and take only the official taxi vehicles. Taxi scams happen everywhere, and Bariloche is no exception. 

Transfer

Booking a private transfer in advance is a great idea to have a stress-and hassle-free experience upon your arrival. Your driver will be waiting for you when you arrive, and take you safely and comfortably to your destination. 

Car hire

For those who wish to explore Bariloche without worrying about taxis and public transport, renting a car at the airport is an ideal solution. Major companies such as Hertz, Localiza, Avis, and Europcar offer their services at the airport. However, we recommend booking your car online to avoid potential queues. 

Rent a bus

Larger groups of travelers should consider renting a bus at the airport. However, we recommend booking it online, so the bus rental companies have enough time to advise you on the ideal meeting point and other necessary information. 

San Carlos de Bariloche Airport Airlines

Bariloche is mainly a domestic airport with arrivals and departures to two Buenos Aires airports: Ezeiza Airport and Jorge Newbery Airport. Arrivals and departures from and to Cordoba and Mendoza also operate at BRC. Major carriers include Aerolineas Argentinas, LATAM and JetSMART Airlines. 

Below is the list of airlines offering departures and arrivals from BRC: 

• Aerolineas Argentinas
• LATAM Argentina
• JetSMARTAirlines
• Fly Bondi Lineas Aereas
• Copa
• Austral
• Gol

San Carlos de Bariloche Airport Facilities

The airport offers several services and amenities to passengers waiting for their flights. Here is the list of services offered by BRC:

• Duty-free shop
• Restaurants
• Luggage wrapping
• ATMs
• Free WiFi

San Carlos de Bariloche Airport accommodation

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