Alfredo Vásquez Cobo Airport serves Leticia, capital of Colombian Amazonas Department, located at the border with Brazil and Peru in the heart of the Amazon rainforest, approximately 3 km from the center.
It is the only practical air access to this remote region, unreachable by car from the rest of Colombia.
How to get to Alfredo Vásquez Cobo International Airport
By Car
By Train
By Bus
Average travel time to LET
Parking near Alfredo Vásquez Cobo International Airport
Not far from the terminal is a parking area of modest size.
There is no direct surveillance, but rates remain moderate.
How to get to Leticia from LET
By Train
By Bus
By Taxi
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Car rental at Alfredo Vásquez Cobo International Airport
Car rental is rarely used given the region's very limited road network, isolated from the rest of Colombia: most travel occurs by boat along the Amazon River or by mototaxi within the city.
If available, bring your driver's license, passport, and credit card for the security deposit nonetheless.
Hotels near Alfredo Vásquez Cobo International Airport
Leticia town
Less than 3 km from the terminal, 5-15 minutes by moto-taxi or taxi depending on traffic.
Best for: Those who want to stay near the terminal and arrange day trips from town.
- The transfer from the airport is the shortest and most predictable of any lodge in the area
- Restaurants, the market and the river boat dock are all within walking distance
- No direct view of the river or the forest from most accommodation downtown
- Lodges in the real forest still require an extra transfer
Recommended hotels
Lodge in the Amazon rainforest
Varies by property: the Biohotel Arara River needs about 40 minutes by boat upriver on the Amazon; other lodges are about 20-30 km from Leticia, with a private transfer organised on arrival.
Best for: Those who want to sleep immersed in the forest or on the river, accepting a longer transfer often organised by the property.
- Forest, river and wildlife right there, impossible to find while staying in town
- The properties generally also organise the excursions, on top of the transfer itself
- The transfer needs to be arranged in advance with the property: there are no regular taxis or shuttles
- Few independent reviews available for many of these properties, despite the real supply
Recommended hotels
- Biohotel Arara River Eco-lodge reachable with about 40 minutes by boat upriver on the Amazon from Leticia, with pool, garden and restaurant. View availability
- Casa Azul Reserva Amazónica Secluded forest lodge about 23-28 km from Leticia, with five private rooms; the transfer is arranged directly by the property. View availability
Airport services
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Terminal guide
The terminal is small in scale, consistent with the region's isolation. From check-in to gate you typically walk about 10 minutes.
Yellow fever documentation is required for entry into the Amazon region: bring yours with you. Customs checks can take longer than expected: for flights we recommend arriving 2-3 hours early.
Map of Alfredo Vásquez Cobo International Airport
Frequently asked questions
Q. How do you explore the Amazon rainforest from Leticia?
With an organized boat tour along the Amazon River, guided by local operators: this isn't an area to explore independently given the complexity of the terrain.
Q. Can you visit Brazil and Peru from Leticia?
Yes, the border area with Tabatinga (Brazil) and Santa Rosa (Peru) can be crossed without particular formalities for a day visit; for a longer stay, always check the documents required by each country.
Q. Do you need a yellow fever certificate for Leticia?
Yes, it's required for entry into the Amazon region: bring the documentation with you at boarding.
Q. Is Leticia connected by road to the rest of Colombia?
No, the region is isolated from the rest of the country: the airport is the only practical access, along with river navigation.
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