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General Enrique Mosconi International Airport

Comodoro Rivadavia, Argentina

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General Enrique Mosconi International Airport

Comodoro Rivadavia, Argentina
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Patagonia's petroleum gateway serving southern Argentina.

Location
Comodoro Rivadavia, Argentina
General Enrique Mosconi International Airport serves Comodoro Rivadavia, the largest city in Chubut Province and a major hub of Argentina's oil and gas industry. Named after General Enrique Mosconi, a pioneering figure in Argentine petroleum development and founder of the state oil company YPF, the airport reflects the region's deep ties to the energy sector. The airport handles both domestic and limited international traffic, connecting Patagonia to Buenos Aires and other Argentine cities. It serves as an important link for workers, executives, and goods related to the hydrocarbon industry concentrated in the surrounding region. Located a short distance from the city center, the airport supports Comodoro Rivadavia's role as a commercial and administrative center for Argentine Patagonia, facilitating economic activity across a vast and sparsely populated region of southern Argentina.
Terminals
The airport operates a single passenger terminal handling both domestic and international flights.
Getting to & from
Ground transport to Comodoro Rivadavia city center is available via taxi and remis (private hire vehicles), with the airport located approximately 9 kilometers from downtown.
Airlines here
Aerolíneas Argentinas and LADE are among the primary carriers serving the airport, with connections primarily to Buenos Aires and other Patagonian destinations.
Notable facts
  • ›Named after General Enrique Mosconi, founder of Argentina's state oil company YPF.
  • ›Serves a region that is the center of Argentina's petroleum industry.
  • ›Holds international airport designation despite traffic being predominantly domestic.
  • ›Located in Chubut Province in Argentine Patagonia.
  • ›IATA code CRD reflects the city's common abbreviation 'Comodoro Rivadavia'.
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Gateway to Patagonia's windswept oil country and southern frontier

General Enrique Mosconi International Airport serves Comodoro Rivadavia, the petroleum capital of Argentina and a key hub for Patagonian commerce and industry. Named after the pioneer of Argentine oil exploration, the airport reflects the city's deep ties to the energy sector. It connects this remote southern port city to Buenos Aires and other major Argentine destinations, serving both business travellers and those venturing into the rugged Patagonian landscape.

Terminals
  • Main Terminal — A single passenger terminal handling all domestic and international operations with check-in, baggage, and basic amenities.
Ground Transport
  • Taxi and remis (private hire car) services available outside the terminal
  • Local bus routes connecting the airport to the city centre
  • Car rental desks inside the terminal from major providers
  • Hotel shuttle transfers for select properties
Nearby Hotels
  • Hotel Austral Comodoro Rivadavia
  • Lucania Palazzo Hotel
  • Hotel Comodoro
  • Apart Hotel Patagonia
Dining

The terminal offers a modest selection of cafés and snack bars serving Argentine staples such as facturas, sandwiches, and coffee. Options outside the airport in Comodoro Rivadavia's city centre are more varied, with parrillas and regional Patagonian cuisine readily available. Travellers on longer layovers may find it worthwhile to head into town for a fuller dining experience.

Traveller Tips
  • Comodoro Rivadavia is extremely windy — secure loose items and dress in layers year-round.
  • Book car rentals in advance, especially during peak oil industry travel periods when availability can be limited.
  • The airport is approximately 9 kilometres from the city centre; allow extra time during strong wind or weather events.
  • Confirm flight status before heading to the airport, as Patagonian wind conditions can cause delays or cancellations.
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Route map (4 destinations)

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Routes

CRD → RGL8R · SF3
CRD → NQN8R · SF3
CRD → REL8R · SF3
CRD → NQNAR · 737
CRD → AEPAR · 737
CRD → AEPLA · 320
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General Enrique Mosconi International Airport
Encyclopaedia

General Enrique Mosconi International Airport is an international airport in the Chubut Province, Argentina, serving Comodoro Rivadavia. The airfield is located 8 kilometres (5 mi) north of the city, covers an area of 810 hectares, and has a 4,000-square-metre (43,000 sq ft) terminal.

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