Alfonso López Pumarejo Airport serves Valledupar in the Cesar Department of Colombia. It is a regional airport handling primarily domestic flights to larger Colombian hubs and acting as the main gateway to Valledupar.
Terminal Guide for Alfonso López Pumarejo Airport #
There is a single-terminal building with basic passenger services: check-in counters, security screening and a small arrivals area. Facilities are modest with limited food and shopping options appropriate for a regional airport.
Getting to and From Alfonso López Pumarejo Airport #
The airport is a short drive from Valledupar city centre - taxis or hotel transfers typically take around 10-20 minutes.
- Rail/metro: none.
- Buses: local buses and shared vans serve the city but schedules may be informal.
- Taxis/remises: commonly used and available at the terminal; agree a rate or use the official stand.
- Driving: car hire and private transfers are available in the city; roads from the airport to town are straightforward.
Facilities, Shopping, and Dining at Alfonso López Pumarejo Airport #
Facilities are limited: a small café or kiosk, seating, restrooms and basic passenger services. There are no large airline lounges or extensive retail areas. Wi‑Fi, if provided, may be intermittent and charging points are limited; plan accordingly. Assistance for reduced-mobility passengers should be pre-arranged with the carrier.
Tips for Alfonso López Pumarejo Airport #
- During the annual Vallenato Festival demand for flights and rooms in Valledupar rises sharply - book early if travelling then.
- Taxis from the airport to downtown Valledupar are the quickest option; confirm the price or ask your hotel to arrange pickup.
- Domestic connections can vary; reconfirm flight times the day before travel.
Weather & Climate near Alfonso López Pumarejo Airport #
Alfonso López Pumarejo Airport's climate is classified as Tropical Savanna - Tropical Savanna climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. Temperatures range from 22°C to 35°C. Abundant rainfall (1161 mm/year), wettest in October with a pronounced dry season.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Excellent | 22° - 34° | 31° | 13 mm | mostly sunny | 75% | 3.2 m/s | 2.1 extreme | 11.5h |
| February | Excellent | 22° - 35° | 32° | 26 mm | mostly sunny | 70% | 3.4 m/s | 2.3 extreme | 11.7h |
| March | Excellent | 23° - 35° | 33° | 30 mm | partly cloudy | 69% | 3.5 m/s | 2.3 extreme | 12.0h |
| April | Good | 23° - 35° | 33° | 95 mm | overcast | 72% | 3.2 m/s | 2.2 extreme | 12.3h |
| May | Good | 24° - 34° | 33° | 140 mm | overcast | 77% | 2.6 m/s | 2.2 extreme | 12.5h |
| June | Good | 24° - 33° | 33° | 115 mm | partly cloudy | 76% | 2.5 m/s | 2.2 extreme | 12.6h |
| July | Good | 24° - 34° | 34° | 112 mm | partly cloudy | 74% | 2.8 m/s | 2.3 extreme | 12.6h |
| August | Good | 23° - 34° | 33° | 140 mm | overcast | 75% | 2.6 m/s | 2.3 extreme | 12.3h |
| September | Good | 23° - 33° | 32° | 131 mm | overcast | 78% | 2.3 m/s | 2.2 extreme | 12.1h |
| October | Acceptable | 23° - 32° | 31° | 203 mm | overcast | 82% | 2.2 m/s | 2.0 very high | 11.8h |
| November | Good | 23° - 32° | 31° | 124 mm | partly cloudy | 84% | 2.2 m/s | 1.8 very high | 11.5h |
| December | Excellent | 22° - 33° | 31° | 32 mm | some cloud | 80% | 2.7 m/s | 1.9 very high | 11.4h |