Resistencia - Chaco airport (RES)

José de San Martín International Airport (RES), inaugurated on March 24, 1965, and completely renovated in 2008, serves Greater Resistencia and the province of Chaco with domestic flights to Buenos Aires. It is operated by Aeropuertos Argentina.

Official Website: aeropuertosargentina.com/es/RES

Phone: +54 11 3987 4150 / 0800-666-7979

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Terminals

The airport features a single passenger terminal spread across two floors (ground floor for check-in and arrivals, and upper floor for boarding). The terminal does not operate 24 hours continuously: doors open early in the morning (around 06:00) and close at night after the day's last scheduled commercial flight.

Annual Traffic (2025): 227,000 passengers.

Information Desks

A customer service and tourist information desk operates in the ground-floor public hall during scheduled flight hours.

 Location

The airport is located on National Route 11 (km 1003.5), 5 kilometers (3 miles) west of downtown Resistencia.

What services does Resistencia airport (RES) offer?

The terminal provides essential amenities for travelers prior to boarding:

Finance and Connectivity

• Wi-Fi: free wireless internet provided by Aeropuertos Argentina throughout common areas and boarding lounges.
• ATMs and Currency Exchange: there is no permanent bank branch or dedicated foreign exchange office inside the terminal.

Dining

Café and snack bar facilities are available in the public main lobby (ground floor) and in the boarding lounge (upper floor) during flight hours.

Shopping

Shops offering regional Chaco goods, handicrafts, gifts, newspapers, and convenience items are present in both the main hall and the boarding area. There is no Duty Free shop available.

Baggage Services

Luggage wrapping and protection service is available in the departures area during commercial departures. Free luggage carts are provided in arrivals and departures. No luggage storage or lockers are offered. For lost baggage inquiries, contact your airline desk or the Airport Security Police (PSA).

Other Services

First aid and emergency medical service on site.

Public and private transportation

The airport is located about 15 to 20 minutes by car from downtown Resistencia (7 km) and 35 to 45 minutes from the neighboring city of Corrientes (21 km).

Taxis and Remises

Official taxi desks (Base de Operaciones de Taxis and Radio Taxi) operate in the ground-floor public main hall, providing prompt service upon flight arrivals.

Ridesharing

The Uber mobile app is available for pick-ups and drop-offs at the airport and throughout the Resistencia metropolitan area.

Public Buses

City bus routes do not enter the terminal platform. Travelers wishing to take public transit must walk to National Route 11 to catch buses connecting to the city center.

Car rental agencies

Car rental counters are situated in the public area on the ground floor. Vehicle pick-up and drop-off take place in reserved parking bays outside the terminal.

Rental Agencies

• Avis / Budget: open from 8:00 to 21:00.
• Hertz: open from 8:00 to 21:00.
• Lorient: open from 7:00 to 20:00.

Parking services at Resistencia airport (RES)

An uncovered open-air parking lot is located directly across from the terminal building, subject to space availability.

Rates and Billing

The first 15 minutes are free of charge as a courtesy grace period. Beyond that window, a full first hour is charged followed by 30-minute increments. Cash (pesos and US dollars) as well as credit and debit cards are accepted.

Exemption for Persons with Disabilities

Vehicles driven by or transporting individuals with disabilities are exempt from parking fees upon displaying the International Symbol of Access (ISA) with the beneficiary present.

Parking rates

Facilities for passengers with special needs

The terminal is equipped to facilitate access and movement for passengers with reduced mobility and special assistance requirements.

Infrastructure and Accessibility

Facilities include access ramps, adapted restrooms, and reserved parking spaces outside the entrance. The building also features an enclosed passenger boarding bridge, allowing travelers to board aircraft directly without outdoor stairs.

Requesting Special Assistance

Passengers requiring wheelchair support or personal assistance should notify their airline at least 48 hours prior to departure or coordinate through Aeropuertos Argentina customer service channels.

Unaccompanied Minors

Assistance for children traveling alone must be booked directly with Aerolíneas Argentinas or JetSMART according to each airline's specific policies.