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San Nicolas Airport (RIM)

Rodriguez de Mendoza, Peru · small airport · -6.392° -77.501° ·
Airport Information
IATA CodeRIM
ICAO CodeSPLN
Typesmall airport
NameSan Nicolas Airport
MunicipalityRodriguez de Mendoza
CountryPeru
ContinentSA
Latitude-6.392° S
Longitude-77.501° W
Elevation5082 ft
Climate ZoneTropical
Scheduled ServiceYes
Score50
Local TimeLoading...
Country & Timezone Info
CountryPeru
ISO Code
RegionRodriguez de Mendoza
Continent CodeSA
IANA TimezoneAmerica/Lima
UTC Offset (Standard)UTC-5
DST OffsetUTC-5
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 RIM

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

🌡 Climate — Tropical (6.4°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 Nicolás Airport (RIM/SPLN) is a small regional airfield serving Rodríguez de Mendoza, a coffee- and cloud-forest town in Peru’s Amazonas region. It provides essential links for the province, with limited scheduled or charter service rather than large commercial operations. Its location near the eastern slopes of the Andes makes weather and daylight key factors for arrivals and departures.

💡 Local Tip
Book morning flights when possible: afternoon heat and mountain weather often cause delays or cancellations, and local pilots prefer to fly before conditions build.
🚖 Getting There

The easiest way to reach Rodríguez de Mendoza is by taxi or mototaxi from the airport; agree on the fare beforehand. There is no regular public bus loop at the terminal, so arrange a pickup or ask your hotel to send a driver. Roads can be muddy or blocked in the rainy season, so allow extra time and avoid tight connections.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the airport code for San Nicolás Airport?
A: The IATA code is RIM and the ICAO code is SPLN.

Q: What airlines fly to San Nicolás Airport?
A: Service is limited and often operated by small regional or charter carriers; schedules change, so confirm with local operators or the airline before planning.

Q: How far is the airport from Rodríguez de Mendoza?
A: It is just outside the urban area, typically a short taxi or mototaxi ride, though exact travel time depends on road conditions.

Q: Is there an ATM or full terminal at the airport?
A: No, facilities are basic; bring cash and do not rely on airport services for banking or extensive food options.
AI-generated content · Generated Sep 27, 2026 · deepseek-v4.1-flash

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