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Argentina's second-largest city gateway on the Paraná River.
Location
Rosario, Argentina
Rosario Islas Malvinas International Airport (IATA: ROS, ICAO: SAAR) serves Rosario, the largest city in the province of Santa Fe and a major industrial and agricultural hub in central Argentina. It handles both domestic and international flights, functioning as an important secondary gateway in the country after Buenos Aires.
The airport is named in reference to the Malvinas (Falkland) Islands, reflecting Argentine national sentiment regarding sovereignty over the archipelago. It sits west of the city center and supports connections to Buenos Aires and other Argentine cities, as well as select international routes.
With Rosario being Argentina's third most populous city and a key port and agribusiness center, the airport plays a significant role in regional connectivity for business and leisure travelers.
Terminals
The airport operates a single terminal building handling both domestic and international departures and arrivals.
Getting to & from
Ground transport to the city center is available via taxi, remis (car service), and bus lines connecting the airport to central Rosario.
Airlines here
Major carriers operating at ROS include Aerolíneas Argentinas and Flybondi, with occasional service from other low-cost and regional carriers.
Notable facts
- ›Named 'Islas Malvinas' to assert Argentine sovereignty over the Falkland Islands.
- ›Located approximately 8 kilometers west of Rosario's city center.
- ›Rosario is Argentina's primary inland river port and a major grain export hub.
- ›The airport handles both domestic routes and limited international services.
- ›Rosario is the birthplace of Ernesto 'Che' Guevara and footballer Lionel Messi.
This profile is provided for general information only. Details may be inaccurate or outdated — always verify with the airport's official website before acting on them.
