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Aeropuerto Nacional Dr. Augusto Roberto Fuster (PJC)

Pedro Juan Caballero, Paraguay · medium airport · -22.641° -55.830° ·
Airport Information
IATA CodePJC
ICAO CodeSGPJ
Typemedium airport
NameAeropuerto Nacional Dr. Augusto Roberto Fuster
MunicipalityPedro Juan Caballero
CountryParaguay
ContinentSA
Latitude-22.641° S
Longitude-55.830° W
Elevation1873 ft
Climate ZoneTropical
Scheduled ServiceYes
Score750
Local TimeLoading...
Country & Timezone Info
CountryParaguay
ISO Code
RegionPedro Juan Caballero
Continent CodeSA
IANA TimezoneAmerica/Asuncion
UTC Offset (Standard)UTC-4
DST OffsetUTC-3
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 PJC

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

🌡 Climate — Tropical (22.6°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

Aeropuerto Nacional Dr. Augusto Roberto Fuster (PJC/SGPJ) is the main airfield serving Pedro Juan Caballero, the capital of Paraguay’s Amambay Department, near the Brazilian border. It is a medium airport with a single runway, handling general aviation, charter traffic, and limited domestic services. Its location makes it a practical but low-traffic gateway for the Paraguay–Brazil border region around Ponta Porã.

💡 Local Tip
Bring guaraníes in cash for taxi fares and small purchases, since card acceptance around the airport and border area can be inconsistent; also confirm your flight or charter the day before, as schedules at PJC are often irregular.
🚖 Getting There

Taxis and remises are the most practical way to reach Pedro Juan Caballero; agree on the fare or confirm the meter before departing. If you are continuing to Ponta Porã, Brazil, allow extra time for border formalities and confirm that your driver can cross or arrange a drop-off at the frontier. The airport is small, so do not rely on on-site car rentals or frequent public transport.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What are the airport codes for Aeropuerto Nacional Dr. Augusto Roberto Fuster?
A: The IATA code is PJC and the ICAO code is SGPJ.

Q: Where is the airport located?
A: It is in Pedro Juan Caballero, Amambay Department, Paraguay, near the border with Ponta Porã, Brazil.

Q: What flights operate from PJC?
A: Scheduled commercial service is limited and can change; the airport mainly supports general aviation, charter flights, and occasional domestic connections. Check with airlines or local operators before planning a trip.

Q: How do I get from the airport to Pedro Juan Caballero?
A: Taxis and remises are the most reliable options; there is no dependable regular public bus service to the terminal. Prearrange pickup or ask at the terminal for a licensed driver.
AI-generated content · Generated Sep 29, 2026 · deepseek-v4.1-flash

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🌏 Nearby Airports (Top 5)

IATANameCity / CountryDistance (km)Distance (mi)Link
PMG Ponta Porã Airport Ponta Porã, Brazil 16.6 km 10.3 mi View →
DOU Dourados Airport Dourados, Brazil 104.9 km 65.2 mi View →
BYO Bonito Airport Bonito, Brazil 167.8 km 104.3 mi View →
CIO Lieutenant Colonel Carmelo Peralta National Airport Concepción, Paraguay 186.1 km 115.6 mi View →
PCJ Puerto La Victoria Airport Puerto La Victoria, Paraguay 213.1 km 132.4 mi View →

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