Where can I find general information, contact details and location of La Paz airport (LAP)?

Details about terminals, statistics, general data, social media and airport location can be found at: https://www.airportsdata.net/airport-LAP/#datosgenerales

What facilities and services for passengers with reduced mobility are available at La Paz airport (LAP)?

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

La Paz airport (LAP) — Airports Data

About the airport

Manuel Márquez de León International Airport (IATA code: LAP), also known as La Paz International Airport, serves a large portion of the state of Baja California Sur. It operates domestic routes connecting to key Mexican hubs such as Mexico City, Guadalajara, Monterrey, and Tijuana, as well as regional flights and seasonal international services to the United States.

Official Website: aeropuertosgap.com.mx

Phone: +52 612 124 6307 / 6336

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Terminals

The airport features a single two-level passenger terminal building: check-in counters and baggage claim carousels are located on the ground floor, while security inspection and departure boarding gates are on the upper level. The terminal opens between 5:00 and 6:00 am and closes at night following the departure and arrival of the last scheduled flight.

Annual passenger traffic (2025): 1.3 million passengers.

Information Desks

Customer service and information desks are located on the ground floor of the passenger terminal.

Location

The airport is located at kilometer 13 of Carretera Transpeninsular, 11 km (7 miles) southwest of downtown La Paz.

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Airlines and terminals Check-in desks and documentation areas are situated on the ground floor of the main terminal building. Aeroméxico / Aeroméxico Connect: Mexico City (MEX). Aeroservicios Guerrero: Regional… Full guide → Services and VIP lounges The terminal offers essential passenger amenities across both public and boarding areas. ATMs: located on the ground floor concourse. Currency Exchange: bureau de change service usually… Full guide → Hotels and overnight stay There are no hotels or sleep pods inside the terminal building. Several accommodations situated in downtown La Paz and along the malecon waterfront offer pre-arranged airport… Full guide → Frequently asked questions No, the airport terminal operates based on daily flight schedules. It opens between 5:00 and 6:00 am and closes at night after the final flight departs… Full guide →

Getting to and from LAP

Travel time between the airport and downtown or the La Paz boardwalk takes between 15 and 25 minutes, depending on traffic conditions.

Authorized Taxis and Shuttles

Taxi ranks and authorized ticket counters are situated in front of the terminal outside arrivals. Official operators such as Transvacaciones and Más Vacaciones offer private and shared transfers with zone-based pricing (approximately 300 to 600 MXN to the city centre). Service is usually available from 06:00 to 00:00.

Ridesharing

Rideshare services such as Uber operate across La Paz. Under federal airport ground transport regulations, pickup coordination inside or near airport federal grounds must be checked directly through the application.

Buses and Regional Transport

There are no regular local city bus routes or metro lines stopping directly inside the terminal grounds. Travelers looking to travel to other towns in Baja California Sur can arrange transfers with private transport companies such as Transportistas Josefinos and Transvacaciones.

Car rental

Rental car counters are located in the arrivals concourse on the ground floor, with pickup and drop-off areas in the adjacent airport parking lot.

Car Rental Agencies

Alamo (6:00 am to 8:00 pm)
Avis (8:00 am to 8:00 pm)
Budget (7:00 am to 10:00 pm)
Europcar (7:00 am to 6:00 pm)
Hertz (hours according to flight schedules)
Localiza
MEX Rent a Car
National Car Rental / Enterprise (7:00 am to 11:00 pm)
Thrifty (hours according to flight schedules)

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Parking

The airport provides an official open-air parking facility located directly opposite the passenger terminal building.

Parking Areas and Operation

Main Lot: outdoor parking for short- and long-term stays, featuring automated barrier gates and payment machines.
Hours: operating generally from 5:30 am to 11:00 pm, matching daily flight operations.
Payment and Rates: hourly rates and daily long-term parking fees apply. The GAP web portal provides details on current parking fees and billing. Official rates

Special assistance

Infrastructure and Accessibility

The terminal building features access ramps, accessible restrooms for persons with reduced mobility, and designated accessible parking stalls right in front of the terminal entrance.

Special Assistance and GAP BLUE Program

The airport offers the GAP BLUE program, a complimentary assistance service providing comprehensive guidance for passengers with visible or hidden disabilities. It includes sensory maps, anticipation guides, and the possibility of arranging familiarization visits prior to the travel date through the GAP digital portal. Wheelchair ramp assistance and unaccompanied minor procedures should be arranged directly with the operating airline when booking flights.

Content written by German Giudici

Creator of the Aeropuertos del Mundo website network since 2007.