Pres. Gral. Óscar D. Gestido Binational Airport
Airport Airport
Pres. Gral. Óscar D. Gestido Binational Airport serves Colonia del Sacramento, Uruguay. It is a small regional airport close to the city with a single passenger terminal handling light international and domestic traffic.
Getting to and From Pres. Gral. Óscar D. Gestido Binational Airport #
The airport is a short drive from Colonia del Sacramento’s historic centre - typically 10 minutes or less under normal conditions.
- Taxis: The simplest and quickest option from the terminal into town.
- Buses: Local buses and shuttles operate between the airport and nearby areas but frequency is limited.
- Ride‑share: Availability is limited; taxis or prebooked transfers are more reliable.
- Driving: Short local roads; parking and rental cars are available in town rather than at the terminal.
Facilities, Shopping, and Dining at Pres. Gral. Óscar D. Gestido Binational Airport #
Expect very basic passenger facilities: small café or kiosk, check‑in counters and limited retail. Wi‑Fi, lounges and extensive charging points are unlikely; plan for minimal services. Accessibility assistance should be arranged with your airline in advance.
Hotels and Layovers at Pres. Gral. Óscar D. Gestido Binational Airport #
There are no on‑site hotels at the Colonia airport; most visitors stay in Colonia del Sacramento (brief taxi ride from the terminal). For short stays look for city hotels that provide airport pickup.
Tips for Pres. Gral. Óscar D. Gestido Binational Airport #
- The airport is very close to Colonia del Sacramento; taxis to the city centre are quick and inexpensive.
- Ferry services to Buenos Aires depart from the port rather than the airport - coordinate connections carefully if combining ferry and air travel.
- Bring local currency (UYU); airport services and ATMs are limited outside core hours.
Weather & Climate near Pres. Gral. Óscar D. Gestido Binational Airport #
Pres. Gral. Óscar D. Gestido Binational Airport's climate is classified as Humid Subtropical - Humid Subtropical climate with warm summers (peaking in January) and cool winters (coldest in July). Temperatures range from 7°C to 30°C. Abundant rainfall (1535 mm/year), wettest in February, distributed fairly evenly throughout the year.
January
January is the warmest month with highs of 30°C and lows of 18°C. Significant rainfall (150 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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February
February is mild with highs of 29°C and lows of 18°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (154 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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March
March is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 17°C. Significant rainfall (129 mm).
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April
April is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 13°C. Significant rainfall (147 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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May
May is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 10°C. Significant rainfall (131 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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June
June is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 8°C. Significant rainfall (110 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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July
July is the coolest month with highs of 18°C and lows of 7°C. Significant rainfall (122 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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August
August is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 8°C. Regular rainfall (96 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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September
September is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 10°C. Significant rainfall (124 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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October
October is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 13°C. Significant rainfall (132 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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November
November is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 15°C. Significant rainfall (120 mm).
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December
December is mild with highs of 30°C and lows of 17°C. Significant rainfall (120 mm).
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