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Uribe Airport

La Uribe, Colombia8,377 ft elevation

Plan transport

IATA

URI

Three-letter passenger code.

ICAO

SKUB

Operational aviation identifier.

Elevation

8,377 ft

The airport sits at a high elevation, which can influence aircraft performance and weather patterns.

Coordinates

3.24, -74.35

La Uribe map position.

Airport scale

Small Airport

The airport is easier to read than the largest hubs, but schedules can cluster around regional arrival and departure waves.

Uribe Airport overview

Uribe Airport (URI) serves La Uribe, Colombia. It is listed as a small airport, so this guide focuses on practical location context, airport identifiers, nearby alternates, and the details travelers can verify before planning a route through URI.

The airport sits at 8,377 feet above sea level. Its coordinates are 3.2375, -74.3472, which helps travelers compare the airport with city access points and other airports in Colombia.

Nearby alternatives include Benito Salas Airport (NVA) and Guacamayas Airport (GCA). Compare those pages when checking backup airports, local access, or regional routing across South America.

URI planning callout

Traffic around large South American cities can be volatile; pre-booked transfers and extra arrival time are useful. For this page, compare URI with nearby airport links and the Colombia country guide before finalizing route choices.

Uribe Airport unique facts

URI fact 1

Uribe Airport uses IATA code URI and ICAO code SKUB.

URI fact 2

URI serves La Uribe in Colombia.

URI fact 3

In this directory, it ranks #157 by estimated passenger scale among listed Colombia airports.

URI fact 4

Across South America, this airport ranks #858 in the current featured airport set.

URI fact 5

Uribe Airport is classified as a small airport, based on airport type and available passenger estimates.

URI fact 6

URI sits 8,377 feet above sea level.

Uribe Airport facilities

Uribe Airport restaurants

At URI, check whether dining is concentrated landside or airside before settling near the gate.

URI lounges

For Uribe Airport, lounge access usually depends on airline, alliance status, cabin, or paid-entry rules.

URI WiFi

Use airport WiFi for maps, airline alerts, and transport bookings before leaving Uribe Airport.

La Uribe airport parking

For departures from La Uribe, compare terminal-adjacent parking with long-stay lots and shuttle timing.

URI accessibility

Request mobility assistance with your airline before traveling through Uribe Airport; same-day help can be slower at peak times.

URI ATMs

ATMs are most useful for small arrival cash needs in Colombia; compare fees before withdrawing large amounts.

URI currency exchange

Currency desks at Uribe Airport are convenient after arrival, but city rates may be better for larger exchanges.

URI car rental

Save URI as your return point and follow airport rental-car signs rather than only city directions.

Uribe Airport airport hotels

Airport hotels near Uribe Airport are useful for early departures, long layovers, and weather-sensitive connections.

URI medical help

For urgent health needs at URI, ask airport staff for first aid or the nearest medical room.

URI charging

At Uribe Airport, charge devices before boarding if you rely on mobile boarding passes, maps, or rideshare pickup.

URI business travel

Uribe Airport business travelers should verify lounge, workspace, and fast-track options before peak departure waves.

URI family travel

Families using URI should confirm stroller rules, family rooms, and walking distances before security.

Uribe Airport transportation

URI taxi and rideshare

Taxi or rideshare is the simplest choice at URI when arriving late or carrying luggage into La Uribe.

URI train or metro

If rail is available at Uribe Airport, compare it against traffic-sensitive road transfers before choosing a taxi.

URI bus and coaches

Bus service is usually the best-value option for La Uribe, but confirm stop location and operating hours for early departures from URI.

URI driving and car rental

Because URI sits at elevation, check road weather and traffic before relying on tight car-return timing.

Uribe Airport location

URI

Uribe Airport

3.2375, -74.3472

Benito Salas Airport

110 km from URI

Guacamayas Airport

125 km from URI

Santiago Vila Airport

126 km from URI

Gomez Nino Apiay Air Base

128 km from URI

Uribe Airport traveler tips

URI tip 1

Check the departure board before settling in; smaller schedules can cluster around a few busy waves.

URI tip 2

Weather and aircraft performance can be more noticeable at this elevation, so protect connection buffers.

URI tip 3

Confirm ground transport availability for late arrivals, especially outside the main city center.

URI tip 4

For photos and window views, note the field orientation around 3.24 latitude and -74.35 longitude.

URI tip 5

If flying general aviation or charter, verify operating hours, handling, and fuel availability before departure.

URI tip 6

Traffic around large South American cities can be volatile; pre-booked transfers and extra arrival time are useful.

Uribe Airport FAQ

Where is Uribe Airport located?

Uribe Airport (URI) is located in La Uribe, Colombia, at coordinates 3.2375, -74.3472.

What is the IATA code for Uribe Airport?

The IATA code for Uribe Airport is URI. Its ICAO code is SKUB.

Is Uribe Airport a large airport?

Uribe Airport is classified as a small airport in the OurAirports dataset and reads as a small airport in this guide. The airport is easier to read than the largest hubs, but schedules can cluster around regional arrival and departure waves.

How early should I arrive at URI?

For Uribe Airport, arrive earlier during morning and evening departure banks. International travelers should generally plan more buffer than domestic travelers, especially if bags or document checks are involved.

What elevation is Uribe Airport?

Uribe Airport is 8,377 feet above sea level; The airport sits at a high elevation, which can influence aircraft performance and weather patterns..

Does Uribe Airport have scheduled airline service?

Uribe Airport is marked as not having scheduled service in the current airport dataset.

What city does URI serve?

URI primarily serves La Uribe and the surrounding region.

Are there nearby airports to URI?

Nearby comparison airports include Benito Salas Airport (NVA) and Guacamayas Airport (GCA).

What transport should I check first at URI?

Traffic around large South American cities can be volatile; pre-booked transfers and extra arrival time are useful. For Uribe Airport, compare fixed-link transit, official taxis, rideshare pickup, and hotel transfer options before arrival.

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Elevation

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Elevation

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Type

Small Airport

Elevation

1,250 ft

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Type

Small Airport

Elevation

5,507 ft

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