Teniente Luis Candelaria International Airport — San Carlos de Bariloche, Argentina
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Distance & flight time from BRC
Teniente Luis Candelaria International Airport
Teniente Luis Candelaria International Airport, coded BRC, serves San Carlos de Bariloche in Argentine Patagonia, sitting at an elevation of 2,774 feet near the shores of Nahuel Huapi Lake. The field operates a lone runway and handles heavy seasonal demand tied to Bariloche's dual identity as both a winter ski destination centered on the nearby Cerro Catedral resort and a summer hiking base for Nahuel Huapi National Park. Flights connect BRC to Buenos Aires and other Argentine cities, with schedules expanding considerably during the June-to-September ski season and again during the southern hemisphere summer months of January and February. Bariloche's Alpine-style architecture and lake district scenery draw both domestic and international tourism, and the field stands as the main entry point for visitors exploring this part of the Andes. Chocolate shops line the town's main avenue, a legacy of the European immigrants who settled the area and shaped its distinctly mountain-town character.
Runways at Teniente Luis Candelaria International Airport (BRC)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11/29 | 7703 ft (2348 m) | 157 ft (48 m) | ASP |
Radio frequencies for Teniente Luis Candelaria International Airport (BRC)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| ATIS | ATIS | 127.9 MHz |
| RDO | BARILOCHE RDO | 122.3 MHz |
| TWR | BARILOCHE TWR/APP | 119.1 MHz |
Airports near Teniente Luis Candelaria International Airport (BRC)
- El Bolsón Airfield (EHL) — 93.4 km (58.0 mi)
- Aviador C. Campos Airport (CPC) — 119.6 km (74.3 mi)
- El Tepual International Airport (PMC) — 165.0 km (102.5 mi)
- Cañal Bajo Carlos Hott Siebert Airport (ZOS) — 170.9 km (106.2 mi)
- Esquel Brigadier Antonio Parodi International Airport (EQS) — 195.4 km (121.4 mi)
- Nuevo Chaitén Airport (WCH) — 228.3 km (141.9 mi)
- Pichoy Airport (ZAL) — 233.5 km (145.1 mi)
- Zapala Airport (APZ) — 257.7 km (160.1 mi)
Skiers and hikers search BRC to book seasonal flights around Cerro Catedral's snow season, check connections from Buenos Aires, or plan a trip into Nahuel Huapi National Park.
FAQ
What is the IATA code for Teniente Luis Candelaria International Airport?
The IATA code for Teniente Luis Candelaria International Airport is BRC.
What is the ICAO code for Teniente Luis Candelaria International Airport?
The ICAO code for Teniente Luis Candelaria International Airport is SAZS. IATA codes are 3 letters used for baggage tags and booking; ICAO codes are 4 letters used by air traffic control and pilots.