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Maria Reiche Neuman Airport

Nazca, Peru

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Maria Reiche Neuman Airport

Nazca, Peru
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Gateway to the mysterious Nazca Lines of Peru.

Location
Nazca, Peru
Maria Reiche Neuman Airport, designated IATA code NZC and ICAO code SPZA, serves the city of Nazca in the Ica Region of southern Peru. The airport is named in honor of Maria Reiche, a German-Peruvian mathematician and archaeologist who dedicated her life to studying and preserving the famous Nazca Lines. The airport primarily handles small aircraft and light aviation traffic, serving as a base for scenic flights over the UNESCO-listed Nazca Lines geoglyphs. It sees limited scheduled commercial service and is largely oriented toward tourism-related operations. Due to the relatively small scale of operations, the airport does not function as a major hub but plays an important regional role in connecting visitors to one of Peru's most iconic archaeological sites.
Terminals
The airport has a single small terminal building suited to its low-volume regional and tourist traffic.
Getting to & from
Ground transport between the airport and Nazca city center is available via taxis and private transfers, with the airport located close to the town.
Airlines here
The airport is primarily served by small regional operators and charter companies offering scenic flights over the Nazca Lines rather than major commercial airlines.
Notable facts
  • ›Named after Maria Reiche, the German-Peruvian scientist who studied the Nazca Lines for decades.
  • ›Primarily used as a base for scenic overflight tours of the Nazca Lines geoglyphs.
  • ›The Nazca Lines are a UNESCO World Heritage Site located in the surrounding desert.
  • ›The airport handles limited scheduled commercial traffic due to the small population of Nazca.
  • ›Situated at an elevation of approximately 1,722 feet (525 meters) above sea level.
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Gateway to the ancient desert mysteries of the Nazca Lines

Maria Reiche Neuman Airport, named after the German mathematician who dedicated her life to studying the Nazca Lines, serves the small city of Nazca in southern Peru. The airport functions primarily as a hub for scenic flights over the UNESCO-listed Nazca Lines geoglyphs, drawing researchers and tourists from around the world. Its modest infrastructure reflects the intimate, specialized nature of aviation in this remote desert region.

Terminals
  • Main Terminal — A small single-story terminal handling light aircraft operations and scenic flight departures over the Nazca Lines.
Ground Transport
  • Taxi from Nazca city centre (approximately 5–10 minutes)
  • Private transfers arranged through tour operators
  • Rental cars available through local agencies in Nazca city
Nearby Hotels
  • Hotel Majoro
  • Casa Andina Standard Nasca
  • Hotel Alegria Nazca
  • DM Hoteles Nasca
Dining

The airport itself has minimal food and beverage facilities given its small scale, so travellers are advised to eat before arriving. Nazca city centre, a short taxi ride away, offers local Peruvian restaurants serving regional dishes such as ceviche, anticuchos, and hearty stews. Many tour operators recommend having a light meal before scenic flights due to the low-altitude manoeuvres involved.

Traveller Tips
  • Book scenic flights over the Nazca Lines early in the morning when winds are calmer and visibility is best.
  • Carry motion sickness medication as the small aircraft bank steeply during sightseeing manoeuvres.
  • Bring sunscreen, sunglasses, and water — the Nazca desert is extremely arid and sunny year-round.
  • Confirm your flight booking directly with the operator as schedules can change depending on weather and demand.

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Maria Reiche Neuman Airport
Encyclopaedia

The Maria Reiche Neuman Airport is a small airport serving Nazca, in the Ica Region of Peru. The airport is named after Maria Reiche, a principal researcher and proponent of the Nazca Lines.

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