FMAUpdated October 8, 2026

Formosa airport

Formosa · Argentina

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Formosa airport (FMA)
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FMA · Overview
Weather now
25 °C
Passengers 2025
91 thousand
From the city
7 km

About the airport

Formosa airport (FMA)
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Formosa International Airport, also known as El Pucú Airport (IATA code: FMA) and opened in February 1968, serves the province of Formosa, operating domestic flights connecting with Buenos Aires.

Official Website: aeropuertosargentina.com/en/FMA

Telephone: +54 370 445-1564 / 0800-666-7979

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Terminals

The facility features a single fully renovated passenger terminal covering 2,500 m², equipped with a boarding jet bridge. The terminal does not operate 24 hours: it opens approximately one hour before the first scheduled commercial flight and closes after the final operation of the day (air traffic services generally operate from 8:00 am to 8:00 pm).

Annual Passenger Traffic (2025): 91,000 passengers.

Information Desks

A customer service counter and tourist office are located in the main hall during flight schedules, accompanied by virtual assistance via the operator's digital platform.

Location

The airport is located 7 km (4.5 miles) south of downtown Formosa, with direct access via National Route 11.

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Airlines and terminals Commercial passenger operations are concentrated within the single terminal building. Check-in is handled at the ground-floor counters. Aerolíneas Argentinas: Buenos Aires (Aeroparque Jorge Newbery). Full guide → Frequently asked questions You can take official taxis or remises outside the terminal (10 to 15-minute ride), book a trip via Uber, or walk to National Route 11 to… Full guide →

Getting to and from FMA

The airport is approximately 10 to 15 minutes by car from downtown Formosa.

Taxis and Remises

The official taxi and remis rank is located outside the terminal directly in front of the arrivals exit. The registered official provider is Romero Cristian Fabián (Tel +54 9 370 403 9130 / +54 9 370 481 5221). Travel time to the city center is about 15 minutes.

City Buses

Line 25 of the Formosa urban bus network stops on National Route 11, near the airport access entrance.

Ridesharing

You can request trips via the Uber app for rides to and from the terminal.

Car rental

If you wish to rent a car, the rental service desk is located in the public area of the ground floor:

  • Avis: Tel +54 370 445 6334. Standard hours from 8:00 am to 9:00 pm. Vehicle pickup and drop-off take place in the adjacent airport parking lot.

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Services and VIP lounges

The terminal provides several essential amenities for travelers prior to their flights:

Money and Connectivity

  • Wi-Fi: Free wireless internet access throughout the terminal building.
  • Device Charging: Mobile phone charging stations located in public and boarding sectors.
  • ATMs and Cash: There is no standard bank branch on site; cash withdrawal relies on retail cashback services subject to availability.

Food and Drinks

A cafeteria and bar offering quick bites and beverages is available in the main hall and in the departure lounge.

Shopping

Convenience and gift shops offer regional goods, snacks, newsstand items, and souvenirs on the ground floor.

Baggage Services

  • Luggage Carts: Available free of charge in arrivals and departures areas.
  • Luggage Storage: The airport does not offer luggage storage or locker facilities.
  • Lost and Found: For baggage issues, contact the respective airline desk or the Airport Security Police (PSA, email: [email protected] / Claims center: 0800-666-7979).

Parking

An open-air parking facility is situated directly in front of the terminal building.

Rates and Conditions

  • Grace Period: The first 15 minutes of stay are free of charge.
  • Billing Structure: After the initial 15 minutes, the full first hour is charged; subsequent hours are billed in 30-minute increments (with a 5-minute tolerance).
  • Payment Methods: Cash (Argentine pesos, US dollars), debit cards (Visa Débito, Maestro, Cabal), and credit cards (Visa, MasterCard, American Express, Cabal) are accepted.
  • Disability Exemption: Vehicles driven by or transporting individuals with disabilities are exempt from parking fees upon presenting the International Symbol of Access (ISA) with the badge holder present.

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Special assistance

Requesting Assistance

Passengers requiring special assistance, wheelchair support, or individualized care should coordinate with their airline at least 48 hours prior to flight departure, or request it in advance through the Aeropuertos Argentina website.

Accessibility Infrastructure

The terminal features barrier-free access, ramps, tactile paving for visually impaired passengers, adapted restrooms for reduced-mobility travelers, and a boarding jet bridge to board aircraft without exterior stairs. Designated accessible parking spots are reserved near the terminal entrance.

Hotels and overnight stay

There are no hotels or sleeping pods within the airport grounds, nor do local accommodations offer direct complimentary shuttle services.

Nearby Hotels

  • Howard Johnson Hotel & Casino Formosa (3.5 km / 2.2 miles)
     
  • Hotel Ronny (5 km / 3.1 miles)
     
  • Hotel Fermoza (7 km / 4.3 miles)
     
  • Hotel Costanera (7.2 km / 4.5 miles)
     
  • Hotel Regina (7.3 km / 4.5 miles)

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