# BAQ — Ernesto Cortissoz International Airport > Machine-readable reference for BAQ. Single-airport scope. Re-fetch when content_generated_at changes. Canonical: https://airport.flights/airport/baq HTML page: https://airport.flights/airport/baq Markdown alt: https://airport.flights/airport/baq.md JSON: https://airport.flights/api/airport/BAQ.json (includes live arrivals + weather) Sitemap: https://airport.flights/sitemap-airports.xml Last refreshed: 2026-06-18T07:26:38.156+00:00 --- ## Identity - Name: Ernesto Cortissoz International Airport - IATA: BAQ - ICAO: SKBQ - City: Barranquilla - Country: CO (CO) - Timezone: America/Bogota - Distance from city: About 7 km (4 mi) south of Barranquilla city center - Runways: 1 - Terminals: 2 - Annual passengers: 4.047M - Hub for: Avianca ## Overview Welcome Ernesto Cortissoz International Airport (BAQ) in Barranquilla embodies the city's lively Caribbean essence right within its modest setting. The airport's intimate atmosphere feels more aligned with a bustling regional bus terminal than a streamlined international hub. Nestled about 7 km south of downtown Barranquilla, this airport caters primarily to locals rather than globe-trotters passing through. Fast food joints, aromatic Colombian coffee, and swift taxi rides dominate here, making for a distinctly Barranquilla experience if you know what to expect. At a glance Serving over 4 million passengers annually through its single runway, BAQ is a gateway to Colombia’s vibrant Caribbean coast. As a hub for Avianca, it connects travelers primarily through its Domestic and International terminals. You'll encounter a focused list of carriers including American Airlines and Copa Airlines for international journeys. Terminals & layout The airport comprises two terminals: Domestic and International. In the Domestic Terminal, there are 8 gates catering to carriers like Avianca, LATAM Colombia, and Viva Air Colombia. The International Terminal, housing 5 gates, serves airlines such as… ## Terminals (2) - **Domestic Terminal** — 8 gates · airlines: Avianca, LATAM Colombia, Viva Air Colombia, Wingo URL: https://airport.flights/airport/baq/terminals/domestic - **International Terminal** — 5 gates · airlines: American Airlines, Copa Airlines, LATAM Colombia URL: https://airport.flights/airport/baq/terminals/international ## Dining (10) - **Café OMA** URL: https://airport.flights/airport/baq/restaurants/cafe-oma - **Dulcerna** URL: https://airport.flights/airport/baq/restaurants/dulcerna - **Dunkin' Donuts** URL: https://airport.flights/airport/baq/restaurants/dunkin-donuts - **Hot Doggy** URL: https://airport.flights/airport/baq/restaurants/hot-doggy - **Juan Valdez Café** URL: https://airport.flights/airport/baq/restaurants/juan-valdez-cafe - **Mr. Bono** URL: https://airport.flights/airport/baq/restaurants/mr-bono - **Pan Pa' Ya!** URL: https://airport.flights/airport/baq/restaurants/pan-pa-ya - **Presto** URL: https://airport.flights/airport/baq/restaurants/presto - **Saab's Sanduche** URL: https://airport.flights/airport/baq/restaurants/saab-s-sanduche - **Subway** URL: https://airport.flights/airport/baq/restaurants/subway ## Lounges (1) - **Avianca VIP Lounge** — Domestic · access: Main terminal, near Gate 5 · Access is limited to 3 hours URL: https://airport.flights/airport/baq/lounges/avianca-vip-lounge ## Shops (3) - **Currency Exchange 1** — main URL: https://airport.flights/airport/baq/shops/currency-exchange-1 - **Currency Exchange 2** — main URL: https://airport.flights/airport/baq/shops/currency-exchange-2 - **Duty Free** — main URL: https://airport.flights/airport/baq/shops/duty-free ## Parking (1) - **Main Parking Lot** — Short- and long-stay URL: https://airport.flights/airport/baq/parking/main-parking-lot ## Ground transport (4) - **Official Yellow Taxis** — Taxi · 30–45 min · 25,000–35,000 COP URL: https://airport.flights/airport/baq/transport/official-yellow-taxis - **Private Airport Transfers Colombia4U** — Private transfer · 30–45 min · On demand · 24/7 URL: https://airport.flights/airport/baq/transport/private-airport-transfers-colombia4u - **Private Airport Transfers GetYourGuide** — Private transfer · 30–45 min · On demand · 24/7 URL: https://airport.flights/airport/baq/transport/private-airport-transfers-getyourguide - **Uber** — Rideshare · 30–45 min · 25000-35000 · On demand · 24/7 URL: https://airport.flights/airport/baq/transport/uber ## Insider tips - _Insider_: Head to Juan Valdez Café in departures for reliable coffee and local pastries like almojábana before boarding your flight. - _Time_: Arrive early at BAQ. Security and check-in lines can swell, especially during holidays and morning or evening peaks. - _Avoid_: Skip dining at BAQ unless you're content with fast food or local bakery chains like Pan Pa' Ya!. Variety is limited. - _Money_: Use one of the four ATMs or two currency exchanges upon arrival to ensure you have small cash for taxis; drivers often lack change for large denominations. - _Local_: Official yellow taxis provide straightforward transfers from the rank outside arrivals, with fares to Barranquilla starting around 18,000 COP. - _Quiet_: Find the Avianca VIP Lounge near Gate 5 for a tranquil space with drinks and snacks, perfect if you need to escape the terminal crowd. - _Local_: Experience Colombian bakery culture with quick bites at Mr. Bono or Pan Pa' Ya! in the food area, perfect for a taste before take-off. --- ## Live data Live arrivals, departures, and weather are not in this static reference. Fetch: - https://airport.flights/api/airport/BAQ.json — JSON with current live boards + weather (12h cache) - https://airport.flights/airport/baq/arrivals — HTML page with live arrivals - https://airport.flights/airport/baq/departures — HTML page with live departures