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All Galápagos Airports (2025 Info) + Map

All Galápagos Airports (2025 Info) + Map

The Galápagos Islands are served by two main airports—Seymour Ecological Airport on Baltra Island and San Cristóbal Airport on San Cristóbal Island—along with one regional airport, José de Villamil Airport on Isabela Island. Flights are only available from mainland Ecuador (Guayaquil and Quito).

According to the latest data, Seymour Airport welcomed nearly 70% of the visitors, while 30% arrived at San Cristóbal.

The Galápagos Islands consist of 18 main islands and numerous smaller ones, but only three islands have airports. Below is a map highlighting the islands with their respective airports:

Map of the Galapagos Islands with pins showing all airports.
Visuals: Emese Maczko, Eco Lodges Anywhere.

Seymour Ecological Airport

Seymour Ecological Airport (airport code: GPS) often referred to as Baltra Airport is the primary gateway to the Galápagos for most tourists, serving flights from mainland Ecuador (Guayaquil and Quito). The airport is located on Baltra Island, a small island near Santa Cruz Island.

It is one of the world’s first green airports, operating on solar and wind energy, with a focus on environmental sustainability.

People walking under a corridor in an airport
Photo credit: Depositphotos.

How to get from Baltra to Santa Cruz? Visitors have to take a 10-min bus ride to the port (US $5), then board a 10-min ferry ride (US $1) to cross the Itabaca Channel between the islands. Finally, visitors can either take an approx. 40-minute bus ride (US $5) or taxi (US $25) to reach Puerto Ayora, from where ferries to San Cristóbal and Isabela Island depart. (2025 prices)

Only three airlines fly here: Avianca, LATAM and Emetebe. Another Ecuadorian carrier, Equair, also operated between mainland Ecuador and the Galapagos, but in 2023 it suspended its operation.

San Cristóbal Island Airport

San Cristóbal Island Airport (airport code: SCY) is the second main airport in the Galápagos with direct connections to mainland Ecuador (Guayaquil and Quito).

It is located on San Cristóbal Island, approx. 5 minutes away with taxi (US $2-4) from Puerto Baquerizo Moreno, the provincial capital. Or if you do not have a large luggage, you can go on foot. It will take approx. 20-30 minutes depending on which part of the town you need to go.

Avianca, LATAM, Emetebe and Gruppo Galapagos are the online airlines flying here.

Airport building in Galapagos
Photo credit: Depositphotos.

José de Villamil Airport

José de Villamil Airport (airport code: IBB) also known as General Villamil Airport is a small, regional airport on Isabela Island that only serves inter-island flights connecting Isabela Island with Santa Cruz and San Cristóbal.

This is the smallest airport with limited facilities. Local airlines like Emetebe and Gruppo Galapagos fly there from the other two airports.

Flights to José de Villamil Airport offer a quicker alternative to the ferry, which can be long and sometimes uncomfortable due to rough seas.

Air Travel Tips for the Galápagos

Flights to the Galápagos are in high demand, especially during peak travel seasons (June-August and December-January), so book your tickets in advance.

Before boarding your flight, you must:

Use biodegradable sunscreen, respect local wildlife, and avoid bringing prohibited items to protect this fragile ecosystem. Luggage is always inspected to prevent the introduction of invasive species. Avoid packing fresh produce, seeds or plants, and any unprocessed organic materials.

If you will take a regional flight, check the luggage weight limits as small planes may have stricter weight allowances.

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Emese Maczko is a travel blogger behind Eco Lodges Anywhere. Having explored several destinations around Europe, the US, Indonesia, and Australia, and resided in Germany, the United Kingdom, and Luxembourg, Emese possesses a keen understanding of diverse cultures and an appreciation for the beauty of each destination she visits. She advocates for sustainable travel and ecotourism.