Cali airport (CLO)

Alfonso Bonilla Aragón International Airport (CLO), also known as Palmaseca Airport, serves the city of Cali and is Colombia's third busiest airport. Opened on July 24, 1971, it is a vital gateway for the country's southwestern region, handling domestic flights and direct international services to destinations such as Madrid, Miami, Fort Lauderdale, Panama City, Lima, and Santiago, Chile. Since September 2025, the airport has been operated by the Civil Aviation Authority of Colombia (Aeronáutica Civil), which has launched an investment plan for its maintenance and modernization.

Official Website: aeropuertocali.aerocivil.gov.co

Phone: +57 601 425 1000

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Terminals

The airport operates 24 hours a day and features a layout divided into two main interconnected areas, making it easy for passengers to move between them:

• Domestic Concourse: Dedicated to flights within Colombia.
• International Concourse: A modern terminal inaugurated in 2017, exclusively serving international flights.

Annual passenger traffic (2025): 7.3 million passengers.

Information Desk

An information desk is located on the second floor of the main terminal building and is available to passengers from 6:00 am to 10:00 pm, providing assistance with flights and airport services.

 Location

The airport is located in the district of Palmaseca, within the municipality of Palmira, 15 km (9.3 miles) northeast of downtown Cali.

Parking services at Cali Alfonso Bonilla Aragón airport (CLO)

The airport offers parking facilities operating 24 hours a day, conveniently located in front of the terminal building for easy passenger access. The parking areas are monitored around the clock and feature security systems to protect parked vehicles.

Parking Areas

The airport's parking facilities are divided into three main sections, each designed to meet different parking needs:

• Central Parking Lot: Located in front of the domestic terminal area, it is primarily intended for short-term parking. It is operated by Central Parking System.
• Long-Term Parking: Situated next to the central parking lot, this area offers special rates for passengers leaving their vehicles for several days. It is also managed by Central Parking System.
• International Parking Area: Located in front of the new international concourse, it provides convenient access for international travelers. This section is operated by Servicios Ejecutivos Empresariales.

Rates and Payment Methods

Parking fees are charged using a standardized system based on hourly increments or a full-day (24-hour) rate. Payment stations, including automated kiosks and staffed payment booths, are located at the pedestrian exits of the parking lots and in the terminal's main halls.

Important: Passengers are advised to keep their parking ticket in a safe place, as it is required to pay the parking fee and exit the facility. If the ticket is lost, a penalty fee will apply in accordance with the parking operator's regulations.

Accessibility

All parking areas include designated spaces reserved exclusively for vehicles transporting passengers with reduced mobility. These spaces are strategically located near pedestrian crossings and terminal entrances.

Facilities for passengers with special needs

Cali Airport is designed to ensure accessibility and comfort for all passengers. Its facilities feature an accessible infrastructure that allows people with reduced mobility or sensory disabilities to move around the terminal safely and independently.

Accessibility Features

The terminal is equipped with access ramps, elevators with appropriate signage, and accessible restrooms strategically located throughout the public areas and both the domestic and international boarding areas. In addition, check-in counters and security screening areas are designed to facilitate the movement of passengers using wheelchairs.

Requesting Assistance

Passengers requiring special assistance, personalized support, or wheelchair service should notify their airline or travel agency at least 48 hours before their scheduled departure. This ensures that ground staff are prepared to provide assistance from the check-in counter to the boarding gate, as well as during arrival, disembarkation, and baggage claim.

Accessible Parking

The airport parking areas include designated spaces reserved exclusively for vehicles transporting passengers with reduced mobility. These spaces are located near the terminal's main entrances to minimize walking distances.

Additional Services

The airport also provides priority assistance for pregnant women, passengers traveling with young children, and senior citizens at security checkpoints and immigration, helping to streamline their passage through the terminal and reduce waiting times.