Mariscal Lamar International Airport (CUE)
Cuenca, Ecuador
Overview
Mariscal Lamar Airport serves Cuenca, a UNESCO-listed colonial city in southern Ecuador. It is a domestic airport handling flights primarily to Quito and Guayaquil. The airport sits close to the city center within the Andean highlands.
Terminals
A single compact terminal handles domestic flights.
Transport to city center
Official taxis and ride-hailing apps connect the airport to central Cuenca, just minutes away. The drive into the historic center is short.
Lounges
Lounge facilities are minimal, with basic seating in the departures area.
Travel tips
The airport's central location makes transfers quick and inexpensive. Cuenca sits at altitude, so allow time to acclimatize.
Airport Wi-Fi
Free Wi-Fi is available in the terminal.
Security and arrival
Domestic security is straightforward; the small terminal means lines are usually short.
Distance to city
3 km / 10-15 min by car