La Paz El Alto (LPB) Airport
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La Paz El Alto LPB Airport Overview
La Paz El Alto International Airport LPB is one of the two Airports in the world with the highest altitude (at 13,323 feet), situated above the Bolivian capital the city of La Paz, on a high plane referred to as 'altiplano'.
If you are visiting the city of La Paz, be prepared for the high altitude and cold nights (coco tea will help you adjust to the altitude). La Paz is truly worth a visit--it has a rich culture, wonderful museums, old churches, outdoor markets with colorfully-dressed natives offering their Andean goods. Quechua, among other Indian languages, and Spanish are the main languages spoken in La Paz.
The Airport is located in the Andean town of El Alto, and is 25 minutes from city center of La Paz, the legislative capital of Bolivia, South America.
With two runways, El Alto International is served by LAN Peru and LAN Chile, offering direct and connecting flights to all points of the globe.
The passenger terminal at La Paz El Alto, which received renovation and extension work in recent years, offers the following amenities and services: An information desk is located in the main hall. ATM machines in the main hall accept Visa, Master Car, American Express, Electron, Maestro, Cirrus,etc. Currency exchange is available at international Arrivals, Door 1. A duty-free shop is in the departure area. Bookstore,cafes & fast-food establishments are in different areas of the terminal. You can store your luggage in the Main hall, and tourist information desks are located in both the domestic and international departure areas.
Emergency medical service and a small pharmacy are available at international arrivals.
Airport & Airline Lounges at La Paz El Alto: The Airport VIP lounge is on the first floor. The American Airlines VIP lounge is in the international departure area. The Aerosur VIP lounge is in the main hall.
Parking options at La Paz El Alto Airport: Long- and short-term parking is available close to the passenger terminal.
To get from La Paz Airport to your destination, you can rent a car (Hertz located in the main hall), take a taxi, or a bus: A bus can take you to La Paz' main bus terminal on Plaza Antofagasta at Avenida Uruguay. Taxis are available at the airport and in town. Bolivian trains are economical but slow.
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Bolivia - Website for La Paz El Alto: http://www.sabsa.aero/aeropuerto-el-alto/default.aspx
- Email Address: http://www.sabsa.aero/aeropuerto-el-alto/contacto.aspx
- Phone: +591 2 2157300
La Paz El Alto LPB Services
Flying and Airport Help
Parking and Ground Transport
Airport, Airline & Flying Topics
- Aircraft types: Airbus
- Aircraft types: Boeing
- Aircraft types: McDonnell Douglas
- Airline Hub and Spoke
- Airline Lounge Access
- Airline Seating Insights
- Airport & Flying Terms
- Airport Identification Requirements
- Baggage Check-in Times
- Carry-on Regulations
- Check-in Curbside
- Check-in Kiosks
- Check-in Online
- Check-in Options
- Check-in Times
- Checked Baggage Rules
- Children Flying Alone
- Currency Converter
- Customs
- Europe Travel Rules
- FAQs | Frequently Asked Questions
- First-time Flyer Tips
- Frequent Flyer Overview
- Frequent Flyer Programs
- Getting a US Passport
- Getting Bumped
- Infant Flying Rules & Tips
- Inside the cockpit
- International Travel Help
- International Travel Safety
- Jet Lag Prevention
- Lost and Found
- Lost Luggage
- Luggage Tips
- Missed Flight Connection
- On-line Booking Basics
- Overweight Passenger Policy
- Packing Tips
- Pre-flight Checklist
- Prohibited & Allowed Items
- Security Screening
- Study Abroad Preparation
- Terms Defined: "Non-Stop" vs "Direct"
- Ticket Cancellation Fees
- Ticket Change Fees
- Tips to land the Best Deals On-Line
- Travel Insurance
- Traveling with Kids
- Traveling with Pets
- TSA Guidelines
- Visa & Immunization Issues
- Who owns/operates the airports?
First Time Flyer Help
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La Paz El Alto LPB Airport Update History
- Updated LPB Airports page - Mar 25, 2013
- Updated LPB Direct Flights page - Mar 25, 2013
- Updated LPB Airport Intro page - Mar 21, 2013