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Captain Renán Elías Olivera International Airport

Pisco, Peru

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Captain Renán Elías Olivera International Airport

Pisco, Peru
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Peru's coastal gateway serving the Ica region and Pisco.

Location
Pisco, Peru
Captain Renán Elías Olivera International Airport (IATA: PIO, ICAO: SPSO) is located in Pisco, a coastal city in the Ica Region of Peru, approximately 237 kilometers south of Lima. The airport serves as a regional hub for the southern coast of Peru, providing access to the famous Paracas National Reserve and the Ballestas Islands, which are major tourist attractions. The airport was significantly affected by the devastating 2007 Pisco earthquake, which caused widespread destruction in the region. Reconstruction and improvements followed in subsequent years. The facility handles both domestic and limited international traffic, supporting the growing tourism industry in the area. The airport is named after Captain Renán Elías Olivera, a Peruvian aviation figure. Despite holding international airport designation, the facility primarily handles domestic routes and occasional charter flights, with capacity constrained by its relatively modest infrastructure.
Terminals
The airport has a single modest terminal building handling both domestic and international passengers.
Getting to & from
Ground transport from the airport to Pisco city center and the nearby Paracas resort area is primarily available via taxis and private transfers.
Airlines here
LATAM Peru and other Peruvian domestic carriers have operated routes through Pisco, though scheduled service has been limited and variable over the years.
Notable facts
  • The airport is named after Peruvian aviation figure Captain Renán Elías Olivera.
  • Located approximately 237 km south of Lima on Peru's Pacific coast.
  • The 2007 Pisco earthquake (magnitude 8.0) severely damaged the surrounding region, affecting airport operations.
  • Serves as a gateway to the Paracas National Reserve and the Ballestas Islands.
  • Holds international airport designation despite primarily handling domestic traffic.
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