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Francisco De Orellana Airport

Coca, Ecuador

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Francisco De Orellana Airport

Coca, Ecuador

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Gateway to Ecuador's Amazon oil region and rainforest.

Location

Coca, Ecuador

Francisco De Orellana Airport, known by its IATA code OCC, serves the city of Coca (Puerto Francisco de Orellana) in the Orellana Province of Ecuador. It is the primary air link for a region dominated by the petroleum industry and ecotourism, connecting the remote Amazon basin to the country's main urban centers. The airport plays a critical logistical role for oil workers, government personnel, and tourists seeking access to the Ecuadorian Amazon. Its passenger traffic is heavily influenced by the operations of major oil companies active in the region. Regular domestic flights connect Coca to Quito, making it accessible for both industry professionals and travelers heading to nearby national parks and indigenous community lodges along the Napo River.

Terminals

The airport operates a single modest terminal building suited to its domestic and light international traffic volumes.

Getting to & from

Taxis and informal transport services provide the primary means of ground transfer between the airport and central Coca.

Airlines here

LATAM Ecuador and Aerogal have historically operated routes here, with domestic service primarily connecting Coca to Quito.

Notable facts

›Named after Francisco de Orellana, the Spanish explorer credited as the first European to navigate the Amazon River.
›Serves as a key hub for Ecuador's oil industry logistics in the Orellana Province.
›The airport is a common departure point for ecotourism trips into Yasuní National Park.
›Coca is one of Ecuador's fastest-growing cities due to petroleum activity, increasing demand on the airport.
›The surrounding Amazon rainforest and proximity to indigenous communities make it a unique aviation gateway.

Wikipedia

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Gateway to the Ecuadorian Amazon, where jungle meets the sky

Francisco De Orellana Airport serves Coca, the capital of Orellana Province in Ecuador's Amazon basin, named after the Spanish conquistador who first navigated the Amazon River. The airport plays a vital role connecting this remote oil-industry hub and ecotourism gateway to Quito and other Ecuadorian cities. It serves as the primary air access point for travelers heading into Yasuní National Park and the surrounding rainforest reserves.

Terminals

Main Terminal — A single modest terminal handling all domestic arrivals and departures with basic passenger facilities.

Ground Transport

Taxis available outside the terminal for trips into central Coca
Motorcycle taxis (mototaxis) common for short distances in the city
Private transfers arranged through Amazon lodges and tour operators
Rental car services available in limited capacity in Coca town

Nearby Hotels

Hotel San Fermín
Hotel Heliconias
La Misión Hotel
Hotel Auca

Dining

The airport terminal offers very limited food and beverage options, so travelers are advised to eat before arrival or carry snacks. The town of Coca, a short taxi ride away, has numerous local restaurants serving Ecuadorian Amazonian cuisine including freshwater fish dishes and traditional stews. Street food stalls near the market area offer affordable and authentic regional meals.

Traveller Tips

Arrive early as security checks can be unpredictable and flights to Quito fill quickly.
Carry cash in US dollars as ATMs in Coca can be unreliable and cards are not widely accepted.
Book Amazon lodge transfers in advance as connectivity beyond Coca requires boats or additional small aircraft.
Pack insect repellent and lightweight rain gear in your carry-on, as the jungle environment begins immediately upon landing.

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Route map (2 destinations)

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Airlines serving this airport

Aerolineas Galapagos (Aerogal)

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Routes

OCC → UIO2K · 319

OCC → UIOEQ · E90

OCC → LTXEQ · E70

Aircraft operating here

Airbus A3191 routes Embraer 1901 routes Embraer 1701 routes

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