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San José De Chiquitos Airport (SJS)

San José de Chiquitos, Bolivia · small airport · -17.831° -60.743° ·
Airport Information
IATA CodeSJS
ICAO CodeSLJE
Typesmall airport
NameSan José De Chiquitos Airport
MunicipalitySan José de Chiquitos
CountryBolivia
ContinentSA
Latitude-17.831° S
Longitude-60.743° W
Elevation974 ft
Climate ZoneTropical
Scheduled ServiceYes
Score50
Local TimeLoading...
Country & Timezone Info
CountryBolivia
ISO Code
RegionSan José de Chiquitos
Continent CodeSA
IANA TimezoneAmerica/La_Paz
UTC Offset (Standard)UTC-4
DST OffsetUTC-4
Current Offset--

🌬 Best Time to Fly

Recommended: May – October
Dry season in most of South America
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Dry: May–OctWet: Nov–Apr

✈ Airlines Serving SJS

LA — LATAM AirlinesG3 — Gol AirlinesAR — Aerolíneas ArgentinasAV — Avianca

🌡 Climate — Tropical (17.8°S)

Jan
30°
22°
Feb
30°
22°
Mar
31°
22°
Apr
31°
23°
May
31°
23°
Jun
31°
23°
Jul
30°
22°
Aug
30°
22°
Sep
30°
22°
Oct
30°
22°
Nov
30°
22°
Dec
30°
22°
* Approximate average temperatures by month based on tropical latitude zone

✨ AI-Enhanced Insights

San José de Chiquitos Airport (IATA: SJS, ICAO: SLJE) is a small public airport serving San José de Chiquitos, a historic town in Bolivia's Chiquitania region. It provides basic access to the Jesuit Mission circuit, a UNESCO World Heritage area. The airport primarily handles light aircraft, regional flights, and charter services rather than large international traffic.

💡 Local Tip
Frequent visitors know to confirm their departure the day before and arrive with cash; the airport is quiet, services are minimal, and schedules can shift with weather or demand.
🚖 Getting There

The airport is close to San José de Chiquitos, so a taxi or mototaxi is the usual way into town; agree on the fare first. There is no regular airport bus, and taxis may not wait at the terminal, so pre-book pickup through your hotel or tour operator. If you're driving, allow extra time on regional roads, especially in the rainy season.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What airlines serve San José de Chiquitos Airport?
A: Service is limited and can change; the airport mainly handles regional, charter, and private flights. Check with Bolivian domestic operators or your tour company before planning.

Q: How far is the airport from San José de Chiquitos town center?
A: It is very close to town, typically a short taxi or mototaxi ride. Confirm the distance and pickup with your accommodation.

Q: Are there car rentals or public buses at the airport?
A: Facilities are basic, and there are usually no major rental desks or regular public buses. Arrange transfers in advance.

Q: Is the airport open for international flights?
A: No, it is a small domestic airport. International travelers usually connect through Santa Cruz or another larger Bolivian hub.
AI-generated content · Generated Sep 27, 2026 · deepseek-v4.1-flash

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