El Tehuelche Airport — Puerto Madryn, Argentina
← Looking for a different airport? Search hereThe airport code for El Tehuelche Airport (Puerto Madryn) is PMY — its ICAO code is SAVY.
Distance & flight time from PMY
El Tehuelche Airport
El Tehuelche Airport, coded PMY, serves Puerto Madryn in Chubut province, Argentine Patagonia, a city renowned as a gateway to Peninsula Valdes, a UNESCO World Heritage site famous for whale watching, sea lion colonies, and penguin populations. The airport handles domestic flights connecting to Buenos Aires and other Patagonian destinations, catering heavily to eco-tourism traffic during the southern right whale season and other wildlife viewing periods. PMY also supports Puerto Madryn's aluminum industry and fishing economy. The airport's name honors the indigenous Tehuelche people who historically inhabited this coastal Patagonian region long before European settlement.
Runways at El Tehuelche Airport (PMY)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5/23 | 8202 ft (2500 m) | 148 ft (45 m) | ASP |
Radio frequencies for El Tehuelche Airport (PMY)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| TWR | MADRYN TWR | 119.5 MHz |
Airports near El Tehuelche Airport (PMY)
- Almirante Marco Andres Zar Airport (REL) — 52.0 km (32.3 mi)
- Gobernador Castello Airport (VDM) — 273.0 km (169.6 mi)
- General Enrique Mosconi International Airport (CRD) — 385.5 km (239.5 mi)
- Esquel Brigadier Antonio Parodi International Airport (EQS) — 492.4 km (306.0 mi)
- Presidente Perón International Airport (NQN) — 495.3 km (307.8 mi)
- Comandante Espora Airport (BHI) — 512.1 km (318.2 mi)
- Las Heras Airport (LHS) — 519.4 km (322.7 mi)
- Teniente Luis Candelaria International Airport (BRC) — 531.5 km (330.3 mi)
PMY is El Tehuelche Airport serving Puerto Madryn, Argentina, gateway to Peninsula Valdes whale watching. Searchers usually want seasonal flight info tied to wildlife tourism and connections to Buenos Aires.
FAQ
What is the IATA code for El Tehuelche Airport?
The IATA code for El Tehuelche Airport is PMY.
What is the ICAO code for El Tehuelche Airport?
The ICAO code for El Tehuelche Airport is SAVY. IATA codes are 3 letters used for baggage tags and booking; ICAO codes are 4 letters used by air traffic control and pilots.