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Yariguíes Airport

Barrancabermeja, Colombia

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Yariguíes Airport

Barrancabermeja, Colombia
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Gateway to Colombia's petroleum heartland on the Magdalena River.

Location
Barrancabermeja, Colombia
Yariguíes Airport (IATA: EJA, ICAO: SKEJ) serves Barrancabermeja, the principal oil-refining city of Colombia, located in the Magdalena Medio region of Santander department. The airport is named after the Yariguíes, an indigenous people who historically inhabited the region. The facility handles domestic passenger traffic connecting Barrancabermeja to major Colombian cities, and also serves cargo and charter operations tied to the local petroleum industry. Ecopetrol, Colombia's state oil company, has significant operations in the city and contributes to aviation demand. The airport is operated under the Colombian civil aviation authority and sees moderate traffic volumes relative to its strategic economic importance to the country's energy sector.
Terminals
The airport has a single, modest terminal building serving domestic passengers.
Getting to & from
Ground transport between the airport and the city center is primarily served by taxis and private vehicles.
Airlines here
Avianca and other Colombian domestic carriers have operated services connecting Barrancabermeja to Bogotá and other cities.
Notable facts
  • ›Named after the Yariguíes indigenous people of the Magdalena Medio region.
  • ›Barrancabermeja is home to Colombia's largest oil refinery, operated by Ecopetrol.
  • ›The airport supports both commercial passenger services and industry-related charter flights.
  • ›Located in Santander department along the Magdalena River valley.
  • ›Serves as an important domestic air link for a city with limited major highway connectivity.
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Gateway to Colombia's oil heartland along the Magdalena River

Yariguíes Airport serves Barrancabermeja, a vital industrial city in the Santander department of Colombia, long known as the country's oil capital due to its major refinery operated by Ecopetrol. The airport plays a key role in connecting this strategically important city to Bogotá and other domestic destinations. Named after the indigenous Yariguíes people who once inhabited the Magdalena River valley, the airport reflects the region's deep cultural and historical roots.

Terminals
  • Main Terminal — A single compact terminal handling all domestic arrivals and departures with basic passenger amenities.
Ground Transport
  • Taxis available at the terminal exit for city center transfers
  • Informal shared minivans (colectivos) serving Barrancabermeja urban routes
  • Private car hire arranged through local operators
  • Rental car services available on a limited basis near the airport
Nearby Hotels
  • Hotel Pipatón Barrancabermeja
  • Hotel Casablanca Barrancabermeja
  • Hotel Internacional Barrancabermeja
  • GHL Hotel Barrancabermeja
Dining

Inside the terminal, food options are limited to a small café and snack counters offering coffee, pastries, and light meals typical of the Colombian interior. The city center of Barrancabermeja, about 10 minutes away, offers a wider range of local restaurants serving regional dishes such as mojarra frita and sancocho de gallina. Travelers on layovers are advised to eat before arriving at the airport given the limited terminal concessions.

Traveller Tips
  • Arrive at least 60–90 minutes before departure as check-in queues can move slowly during peak hours.
  • The city's tropical climate means high heat and humidity year-round; dress accordingly and stay hydrated.
  • Confirm your flight status in advance as operations can be affected by weather along the Magdalena River basin.
  • Currency exchange and ATMs inside the terminal are very limited; carry sufficient Colombian pesos before arriving.
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Airlines serving this airport

Avianca - Aerovias Nacionales de Colombia
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Routes

EJA → BOGAV · 320 AT7 318 319
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Encyclopaedia

Yariguíes Airport is an airport serving Barrancabermeja, a city in the Santander Department of Colombia. The airport is 6 kilometres (3.7 mi) southeast of the city.

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