Ciudad de Catamayo Airport

Ciudad de Catamayo Airport, the compact regional gateway for Loja and southern Ecuador, opened in the 1970s and operates a single small terminal handling domestic services and seasonal charters. Nestled in the Andean foothills, it’s an important link for travelers heading to Loja city, Podocarpus National Park and nearby highland towns. The airport is about a 30–40 minute drive from Loja via the Pan-American corridor, with taxis, shared shuttles and rental cars readily available but limited public-transport options. Fares tend to be affordable compared with major hubs, and regular services are provided by LATAM Ecuador, Avianca and smaller regional carriers rather than serving as a major airline hub.