Small regional airfield serving Patagonia's El Bolsón valley.
Location
El Bolsón, Argentina
El Bolsón Airfield (IATA: EHL, ICAO: SAVB) is a small public airport serving the town of El Bolsón in Río Negro Province, Argentine Patagonia. It provides limited scheduled and charter air services connecting the region to larger Argentine cities, supporting both local residents and tourists visiting the surrounding lakes and mountains.
The airfield is situated in a scenic Andean valley and operates with modest infrastructure typical of regional Argentine airports. It serves as an important transport link for a town that is otherwise relatively remote, offering an alternative to lengthy overland journeys.
Terminals
The airfield has a single small terminal building with basic passenger facilities suited to its low traffic volume.
Getting to & from
Ground transport between the airfield and El Bolsón town center is primarily by taxi or private vehicle, as no dedicated bus service is established.
Airlines here
Regional and charter operators have provided services here, though scheduled service has been limited and variable over time.
Notable facts
- ›Located in Río Negro Province in Argentine Patagonia.
- ›Situated in a valley of the Andes mountains near the Chilean border.
- ›El Bolsón is known as a hub for eco-tourism, trekking, and craft fairs.
- ›The airfield has a single runway suitable for small to medium regional aircraft.
- ›Serves as a gateway to Lago Puelo National Park and surrounding natural areas.
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