Carlos Concha Torres International Airport
ESM / SETN
Carlos Concha Torres Airport serves Esmeraldas Province in Ecuador and operates as a regional airport for the city of Esmeraldas. It handles mostly domestic flights with occasional regional connections; passenger volumes are modest and the terminal is small and functional.
Terminal Guide for Carlos Concha Torres International Airport #
The airport consists of a single small passenger terminal serving domestic and any regional international flights. Check‑in, security and baggage reclaim are handled within the same building; facilities suit short‑haul travel rather than long transfers.
Getting to and From Carlos Concha Torres International Airport #
The airport is a short drive from Esmeraldas city centre; typical travel time is about 5-15 minutes by road depending on exact destination.
- Taxis: The most common onward transport; fares are short and affordable.
- Buses: Local buses may serve routes to the city but frequency and convenience vary.
- Driving: Close to local roads with limited parking at the terminal.
Facilities, Shopping, and Dining at Carlos Concha Torres International Airport #
Facilities are basic and primarily serve domestic travellers.
- Lounges: No major airline lounges; VIP facilities are unlikely.
- Food & drink: Small cafés or kiosks provide light refreshments.
- Wi‑Fi & charging: Connectivity may be limited-carry a power bank.
- Luggage & services: Standard baggage services; limited additional passenger services.
- Accessibility: Terminal is small and generally accessible; request assistance through your airline.
Hotels and Layovers at Carlos Concha Torres International Airport #
Hotels are concentrated in Esmeraldas city rather than at the airport; you’ll find small hotels and guesthouses within a short taxi ride of the terminal.
Tip for long layovers: use Esmeraldas city hotels for day rooms and full services-airport options are limited.
Tips for Carlos Concha Torres International Airport #
- Taxis are the most direct way into Esmeraldas city-agree a fare before you travel if there’s no meter.
- Facilities at the airport are limited; pick up essentials in town rather than relying on airport services.
- Domestic flights are the most common operations-check schedules in advance for connections to Quito or Guayaquil.
Weather & Climate near Carlos Concha Torres International Airport #
Carlos Concha Torres International Airport's climate is classified as Tropical Savanna - Tropical Savanna climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. Temperatures range from 22°C to 30°C. Abundant rainfall (1145 mm/year), wettest in February.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Good | 23° - 29° | 26° | 172 mm | overcast | 83% | 2.2 m/s | 1.7 very high | 12.0h |
| February | Good | 23° - 29° | 26° | 183 mm | overcast | 85% | 2.1 m/s | 1.8 very high | 12.0h |
| March | Good | 23° - 30° | 26° | 174 mm | overcast | 86% | 2.1 m/s | 1.9 very high | 12.0h |
| April | Good | 23° - 30° | 26° | 146 mm | overcast | 86% | 2.3 m/s | 1.9 very high | 12.0h |
| May | Good | 23° - 29° | 26° | 107 mm | overcast | 85% | 2.3 m/s | 1.6 very high | 12.0h |
| June | Good | 22° - 29° | 26° | 102 mm | overcast | 83% | 2.3 m/s | 1.4 high | 12.0h |
| July | Very Good | 22° - 29° | 26° | 69 mm | overcast | 80% | 2.4 m/s | 1.4 high | 12.0h |
| August | Very Good | 22° - 29° | 25° | 39 mm | overcast | 76% | 2.5 m/s | 1.5 high | 12.0h |
| September | Very Good | 22° - 29° | 25° | 46 mm | overcast | 74% | 2.4 m/s | 1.5 very high | 12.0h |
| October | Very Good | 22° - 29° | 26° | 32 mm | overcast | 75% | 2.4 m/s | 1.6 very high | 12.0h |
| November | Very Good | 22° - 29° | 26° | 21 mm | overcast | 75% | 2.4 m/s | 1.6 very high | 12.0h |
| December | Very Good | 22° - 29° | 26° | 54 mm | overcast | 78% | 2.3 m/s | 1.5 very high | 12.0h |
