Where can I find general information, contact details and location of Bariloche airport (BRC)?

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What facilities and services for passengers with reduced mobility are available at Bariloche airport (BRC)?

Accessibility services, special assistance and facilities for passengers with reduced mobility can be found at: https://www.airportsdata.net/airport-BRC/#pasajerosespeciales

Bariloche airport (BRC) — Airports Data

About the airport

Teniente Luis Candelaria International Airport (IATA code: BRC), inaugurated in 1954, serves the city of San Carlos de Bariloche and the broader Lake District of Argentine Patagonia. The terminal operates scheduled flights to Argentina's primary metropolitan areas and seasonal international flights to Chile and Brazil.

Official Website: aeropuertosargentina.com/en/BRC

Phone: +54 294 440-5016 / +54 11 3987-4150

Operator Social Media:

Terminals

The airport operates with a single integrated passenger terminal on two levels: the ground floor houses the public concourse, check-in desks, arrivals, and commercial services; the upper floor hosts security checkpoints, departure lounges, and boarding gates equipped with jet bridges. The airport is not open 24 hours continuously: the building typically opens around 06:30 to 07:00 and closes at night after the last scheduled flight (around 22:30).

Annual traffic (2025): 2.6 million passengers.

Information Desks

An information and customer service desk is located in the central hall on the ground floor, alongside digital support available via Aeropuertos Argentina's virtual assistant.

Location

The airport is located 14 km (9 miles) east of downtown San Carlos de Bariloche, accessed via Provincial Route 80.

Airport map & meeting point Open in Google Maps

Airlines and terminals All flight operations are centralized in the main terminal. Check-in counters and baggage drop-off desks are situated on the ground floor within the central public hall.… Full guide → Getting to and from BRC The airport is located approximately 14 km from downtown Bariloche, with standard travel times between 20 and 40 minutes depending on the chosen mode of transportation.… Full guide → Services and VIP lounges Bariloche Airport provides a comprehensive selection of passenger facilities across its two floors. ATMs: An automated teller machine dispensing Argentine pesos is located in the ground… Full guide → Hotels and overnight stay There are no on-site hotels or sleeping cabins inside the terminal building. Hotels in Bariloche do not operate free fixed-route airport shuttles; however, premier hotels in… Full guide → Frequently asked questions No. The terminal typically opens between 06:30 and 07:00 and closes at night after the last commercial flight arrives (around 22:30). Spending the night inside the… Full guide →

Car rental

Car rental agency desks are located on the ground floor of the terminal in the public hall. Vehicle pickup and return take place directly in designated bays within the front parking lot.

Operating hours

Most rental offices are open daily from 06:30 to 22:30, aligned with the arrival and departure schedules of commercial flights.

Practical tips

Rental demand spikes significantly during the winter season. Depending on mountain road conditions, vehicles may require snow chains or winter tires; it is advisable to verify these accessories in advance when making an online reservation.

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Parking

Bariloche Airport features an outdoor parking lot situated directly facing the main terminal, with easy walking access to arrival and departure doors.

Parking Sectors

Main outdoor parking lot: Spaces for private vehicles in front of the terminal facade, including designated spaces for drivers with reduced mobility.

Key Information

Grace period: A 15-minute complimentary grace period is allowed for fast passenger pick-up and drop-off. Beyond 15 minutes, the first full hour is charged.

Disability exemption: Drivers displaying the International Symbol of Access (ISA) with the entitled passenger present are exempt from parking fees.

Payment methods: Automated payment kiosks and cashier booths inside the terminal hall accepting cash (Argentine pesos), debit or credit cards, and QR code digital payments.

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Special assistance

Bariloche Airport is equipped with facilities to ensure accessible transit and convenience for all travelers.

Special assistance requests

Passengers requiring personalized assistance should notify their airline at least 48 hours prior to flight departure, or request service online through the Assistance Request section on the Aeropuertos Argentina website. Dedicated staff provide escort from check-in through to aircraft boarding.

Physical infrastructure and accessibility

The terminal features access ramps at pedestrian entrances, automatic doors, elevators connecting the ground floor to the upper departure area, boarding bridges for stair-free boarding, and accessible restrooms designed for passengers with reduced mobility.

Hidden disabilities

The airport participates in the international Hidden Disabilities Sunflower program. Travelers with non-visible disabilities can wear the sunflower lanyard to signal airport staff for additional patience and priority guidance.

Unaccompanied minors

Unaccompanied minor services and custody procedures must be arranged directly with the operating airline when booking your ticket.

Content written by German Giudici

Creator of the Aeropuertos del Mundo website network since 2007.

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