San Cristóbal Airport serves the Galápagos island of the same name, very close to Puerto Baquerizo Moreno's city center, the administrative capital of the archipelago.
It is the Galápagos airport closest to its city center, convenient for those staying directly on the island or boarding a cruise from here.
How to get to San Cristóbal Airport
By Car
By Train
By Bus
Average travel time to SCY
Parking near San Cristóbal Airport
A small parking area is located in front of the terminal.
Rates are overall quite reasonable.
How to get to Puerto Baquerizo Moreno from SCY
By Train
By Bus
By Taxi
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Car rental at San Cristóbal Airport
Car rental options are very limited given the island's reduced road-accessible extent.
License, passport, and credit card are simply required.
Hotels near San Cristóbal Airport
Puerto Baquerizo Moreno
Less than 1 km from the airport, 10-15 minutes on foot with light luggage or 3-5 minutes by taxi.
Best for: Anyone visiting San Cristóbal: it's the island's only town, a few minutes on foot from the runway.
- No real transfer at all: you can walk to the centre right after stepping off the plane
- The waterfront, restaurants and the pier for excursions are all within easy reach
- The choice of upscale accommodation is limited compared with Santa Cruz
- Beyond the small town centre there's nothing else: the rest of the island needs an organised tour
Recommended hotels
- Hotel Indigo - Galapagos by IHG The first IHG hotel in the Galápagos and the group's first property in South America: 35 rooms and 3 suites in volcanic stone and wood, a spa, a pool with a jacuzzi, and the Darwin's Secret restaurant. View availability
- Arena Blanca Eco Hotel The island's first eco-hotel, on the waterfront just steps from the entrance to Galápagos national park; outdoor pool and a hot tub. View availability
- Sol y Mar, Galápagos Home A two-bedroom apartment with a sea-view terrace, one block from the main street and a few steps from a diving centre; washing machine and satellite internet, useful for longer stays. View availability
Airport services
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Terminal guide
The terminal is compact, the second passenger hub of the Galápagos after Baltra.
For flights, arrive with at least 2 to 2.5 hours advance notice; payment of the Galápagos National Park entrance fee (200 USD) and a biosecurity screening are required.
Map of San Cristóbal Airport
Frequently asked questions
Q. Is San Cristóbal more convenient than Baltra as an airport?
For those staying directly on the island, yes: the center of Puerto Baquerizo Moreno is less than 5 minutes from the airport, compared to the longer, more involved transfer required from Baltra to Puerto Ayora.
Q. Can you reach the center on foot?
Yes, given the very short distance, many visitors without bulky luggage easily walk it in a few minutes.
Q. What makes Puerto Baquerizo Moreno special?
The sea lions that freely roam the beaches, piers and even benches along the city's waterfront, an iconic Galápagos experience.
Q. Is there a Galápagos entry fee at San Cristóbal too?
Yes, the Galápagos National Park fee (200 USD) and the biosecurity check apply at all airports in the archipelago.
Flight board
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