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High-altitude gateway to Peru's ancient Jauja Valley.
Location
Jauja, Peru
Francisco Carle Airport (IATA: JAU, ICAO: SPJJ) is a public airport serving the city of Jauja in the Junín Region of Peru. Situated at an elevation of approximately 11,024 feet (3,360 meters) above sea level in the Mantaro Valley, it is one of the highest commercial airports in the world.
The airport serves as a regional hub connecting Jauja and the broader Junín Region to Lima, Peru's capital. It handles a modest volume of domestic passenger traffic and plays an important role in linking this historically significant Andean city to the national air network.
Jauja itself is one of the oldest Spanish colonial cities in South America, and the airport provides access to cultural and historical sites in the region. The high altitude presents operational challenges for aircraft performance and requires special crew and aircraft considerations.
Terminals
The airport operates a single small terminal building handling domestic passenger services.
Getting to & from
Ground transport to Jauja city center and nearby Huancayo is available via taxis and informal shared transport from the airport.
Airlines here
LATAM Peru has historically operated scheduled domestic service between Jauja and Lima, though service frequency has varied over time.
Notable facts
- ›Elevation of approximately 11,024 feet (3,360 meters) makes it one of the world's highest commercial airports.
- ›Located in the Mantaro Valley of the Junín Region in central Peru.
- ›Serves the historically significant city of Jauja, one of the first Spanish colonial capitals in Peru.
- ›The high altitude requires special performance considerations for aircraft operations.
- ›Connects the Junín Region to Lima via domestic scheduled flights.
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 Details may be inaccurate or outdated — always verify with the airport's official website before acting on them.
