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Northern Peru's gateway serving Chiclayo and the Lambayeque region.
Opened
1942
Location
Chiclayo, Peru
Capitán FAP José A. Quiñones González International Airport is the principal commercial airport serving Chiclayo, the capital of the Lambayeque Region in northern Peru. It is named after José Abelardo Quiñones Gonzales, a Peruvian Air Force hero and national symbol of heroism.
The airport handles domestic routes connecting Chiclayo to Lima and other Peruvian cities, as well as limited international services. It serves as an important hub for travelers accessing northern Peru's archaeological and cultural attractions, including the nearby Sipán and Túcume sites.
Operating under the IATA code CIX and ICAO code SPHI, the airport is administered by Peru's state aviation authority and has undergone modernization efforts to expand its capacity and improve passenger services.
Terminals
The airport operates a single passenger terminal handling both domestic and limited international flights.
Getting to & from
Ground transport options to central Chiclayo include taxis and private vehicles, with the airport located approximately 2 kilometers from the city center.
Airlines here
LATAM Peru and Sky Airline are among the primary carriers serving the airport, primarily with routes to Lima.
Notable facts
- ›Named after José Abelardo Quiñones Gonzales, Peru's first Air Force hero, killed in action in 1941.
- ›Located approximately 2 km southeast of central Chiclayo.
- ›Serves as a gateway to major pre-Columbian archaeological sites in the Lambayeque Region.
- ›Operates at an elevation of approximately 97 meters (318 feet) above sea level.
- ›Classified as an international airport but primarily handles domestic Peruvian traffic.
This profile is provided for general information only. Details may be inaccurate or outdated — always verify with the airport's official website before acting on them.
