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Jorge Wilsterman International Airport

Cochabamba, Bolivia
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Bolivia's central hub serving the heart of Cochabamba.

Opened
1944
Location
Cochabamba, Bolivia
Jorge Wilsterman International Airport (IATA: CBB, ICAO: SLCB) is the main airport serving Cochabamba, Bolivia's third-largest city. Situated at an elevation of approximately 8,360 feet (2,548 meters) above sea level, it handles both domestic and limited international flights connecting Cochabamba to other Bolivian cities and regional destinations. The airport is named after Jorge Wilstermann, a Bolivian aviation pioneer and war hero who died in a 1937 air accident. It serves as an important node in Bolivia's domestic air network, with regular services to La Paz, Santa Cruz, and other cities. The high-altitude location requires specific aircraft performance considerations for takeoff and landing. In recent years, the airport has seen efforts to modernize its facilities and expand capacity to meet growing passenger demand in the Cochabamba region.
Terminals
The airport operates a single terminal building handling both domestic and international passenger traffic.
Getting to & from
Ground transport options include taxis and private vehicles connecting the airport to downtown Cochabamba, located approximately 4 kilometers away.
Airlines here
Major carriers serving the airport include Boliviana de Aviación (BoA) and Amaszonas, with limited regional international services.
Notable facts
  • ›Named after Bolivian aviation pioneer Jorge Wilstermann, who died in a 1937 crash.
  • ›Sits at an elevation of approximately 8,360 feet (2,548 meters) above sea level.
  • ›Serves as a key domestic hub connecting Cochabamba to La Paz and Santa Cruz.
  • ›High altitude operations require specialized aircraft performance calculations.
  • ›Located close to the city center, roughly 4 kilometers from downtown Cochabamba.
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Route map (6 destinations)

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Routes

CBB → TDDA4 · SWM
CBB → LPBOB · 733
CBB → SREOB · 733
CBB → TJAOB · 733
CBB → CIJOB · 733
CBB → VVIOB · 733 762
CBB → LPBZ8 · CRJ
CBB → VVIZ8 · CRJ
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City & Place Guide

Bolivia's garden city, where eternal spring meets vibrant culture.

Cochabamba sits in a fertile valley at roughly 2,500 meters elevation in central Bolivia, earning it the nickname 'City of Eternal Spring' for its mild, sunny climate year-round. With a population of around 700,000, it serves as Bolivia's agricultural heartland and a major commercial hub, blending colonial architecture with a lively modern energy.

The city is famous for its food scene, outdoor markets, and friendly locals. Visitors are drawn by the giant Cristo de la Concordia statue overlooking the city, the sprawling La Cancha market, and easy day-trip access to surrounding valleys and small towns.

  • •Cristo de la Concordia — massive hilltop Christ statue with panoramic city views
  • •La Cancha Market — one of South America's largest open-air markets, vivid and authentic
  • •Palacio Portales — French-Renaissance mansion surrounded by beautiful gardens
  • •Parque Arqueológico Inca Rakay — pre-Columbian ruins on a scenic ridge near the city
  • •Plaza 14 de Septiembre — the lively colonial main square lined with cafés and the cathedral
  • •Tunari National Park — cloud forest hiking and wildlife just outside the city

Getting around: Cochabamba has no urban rail; most residents rely on a dense network of micros (small buses) and trufis (shared taxis on fixed routes) that are cheap and frequent. Standard taxis are widely available and affordable; always negotiate the fare before riding or use the Radio Taxi services for safer fixed pricing. Ride-hailing apps such as InDriver and Uber operate in the city and offer a convenient, price-transparent alternative.

Best time: April through October, the dry season, offers the most reliable sunshine and comfortable temperatures for exploring the city and surrounding countryside.

Local food: Don't miss silpancho (breaded beef over rice and potatoes), pique a lo macho, chicha de maíz (fermented corn beer) served in traditional chicherías, and the freshly baked salteñas sold at breakfast street stalls.

This guide is provided for general information only. Verify details locally before making travel decisions.

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