El Pucu Airport
Formosa National Airport is the main air gateway for Formosa, the capital of Formosa Province in northern Argentina. Identified by IATA code FMA and ICAO code SARF, it is classified as a medium airport and provides a practical entry point for travelers visiting the city and the wider region near the Paraguay border. Sitting at an elevation of 193 feet (59 m), the airport is relatively low-lying, and its compact scale usually means a simpler, less overwhelming arrival experience than at Argentina’s largest hubs.
About El Pucu Airport
Formosa National Airport is the main air gateway for Formosa, the capital of Formosa Province in northern Argentina. Identified by IATA code FMA and ICAO code SARF, it is classified as a medium airport and provides a practical entry point for travelers visiting the city and the wider region near the Paraguay border. Sitting at an elevation of 193 feet (59 m), the airport is relatively low-lying, and its compact scale usually means a simpler, less overwhelming arrival experience than at Argentina’s largest hubs.
Overview
Formosa National Airport is the main air gateway for Formosa, the capital of Formosa Province in northern Argentina. Identified by IATA code FMA and ICAO code SARF, it is classified as a medium airport and provides a practical entry point for travelers visiting the city and the wider region near the Paraguay border. Sitting at an elevation of 193 feet (59 m), the airport is relatively low-lying, and its compact scale usually means a simpler, less overwhelming arrival experience than at Argentina’s largest hubs.
At a glance
- Airport name: Formosa National Airport
- City served: Formosa, Argentina
- Codes: FMA and SARF
- Runway: 4/22, 5905 feet long, asphalt surface, lighted
- Time zone: America/Argentina/Cordoba
What travelers should know
For visitors, the airport’s single lighted asphalt runway supports dependable day and evening operations, while the modest size of the facility can make moving from aircraft to ground transport quicker and more straightforward. Formosa itself is known for its warm climate, river setting, and access to the landscapes of northeastern Argentina, so this airport is best thought of as a convenient regional arrival point rather than a sprawling destination in its own right. When planning pickups, transfers, or onward travel, it is useful to note that local time follows the America/Argentina/Cordoba time zone, which helps avoid confusion with flight schedules and meeting times.
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FAQ
El Pucu Airport — frequently asked questions
Quick answers to the details travellers usually check first, from codes and locations to the practical basics that help with planning.
9 common questions
- El Pucu Airport is located in Formosa, Argentina (South America), at coordinates -26.210°, -58.240°.
- Its IATA code is FMA and its ICAO code is SARF.
- El Pucu Airport serves Formosa, Argentina. When comparing fares, check whether other airports also serve the same area — prices and transfer times can differ between them.
- El Pucu Airport operates on America/Argentina/Cordoba local time. Departure and arrival times on tickets are always shown in each airport's local time, so double-check the offset when planning connections or pick-ups.
- El Pucu Airport sits at latitude -26.210° and longitude -58.240°. The map link in the details panel on this page opens the exact location for driving directions.
- Originfacts does not yet track scheduled routes from FMA. Use the flight search on this page to see live airline options for your travel dates.
- Route coverage for FMA is still being added to Originfacts. Run a search from FMA on the flight search page to see every destination airlines currently sell for your dates.
- Its address is Formosa, Formosa, P3600, Argentina, the phone number is +54 370 445-0463, the official website is http://aeropuertoformosa.blogspot.com.ar/. For flight-specific questions (delays, baggage, rebooking), contact the operating airline directly rather than the airport.
- Yes — Originfacts lists 9 other airports in Argentina. The nearby-airports section on this page links to each of them, which is useful when comparing fares or finding an alternative departure point.