ARQ · SKAT · El Troncal Airport

El Troncal Airport (ARQ)

Arauquita, Colombia · small airport · 7.021° -71.389° ·
Airport Information
IATA CodeARQ
ICAO CodeSKAT
Typesmall airport
NameEl Troncal Airport
MunicipalityArauquita
CountryColombia
ContinentSA
Latitude7.021° N
Longitude-71.389° W
Elevation512 ft
Climate ZoneTropical
Scheduled ServiceYes
Score50
Local TimeLoading...
Country & Timezone Info
CountryColombia
ISO Code
RegionArauquita
Continent CodeSA
IANA TimezoneAmerica/Bogota
UTC Offset (Standard)UTC-5
DST OffsetUTC-5
Current Offset--

🌬 Best Time to Fly

Recommended: May – October
Dry season in most of South America
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Dry: May–OctWet: Nov–Apr

✈ Airlines Serving ARQ

LA — LATAM AirlinesG3 — Gol AirlinesAR — Aerolíneas ArgentinasAV — Avianca

🌡 Climate — Tropical (7.0°N)

Jan
30°
22°
Feb
30°
22°
Mar
31°
22°
Apr
31°
23°
May
31°
23°
Jun
31°
23°
Jul
30°
22°
Aug
30°
22°
Sep
30°
22°
Oct
30°
22°
Nov
30°
22°
Dec
30°
22°
* Approximate average temperatures by month based on tropical latitude zone

AI-Enhanced Insights

El Troncal Airport (ARQ/SKAT) is a small regional airport serving Arauquita, a municipality in Colombia's Arauca Department near the Venezuelan border. The facility primarily handles domestic flights connecting this remote plains community to larger Colombian hubs. Its location in the Llanos region makes it an important access point for travelers heading to one of eastern Colombia's lesser-visited frontier towns.

💡 Local Tip
Carry Colombian pesos in cash, as ATMs and card acceptance can be unreliable in Arauquita, and small vendors and taxi drivers often prefer cash payment.
🚖 Getting There

Ground transportation from El Troncal Airport into Arauquita town center is typically arranged by taxi or mototaxi, as the airport is located a short distance from the urban area. Rental cars are generally not available at this small facility, so arranging transport in advance or coordinating with local accommodation is advisable. The region's roads connect Arauquita to other Arauca Department towns and onward routes toward the Venezuelan border.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the IATA code for El Troncal Airport?
A: The IATA code is ARQ, and its ICAO code is SKAT.

Q: What is the nearest major city served by El Troncal Airport?
A: The airport serves Arauquita, a municipality in the Arauca Department of Colombia, located in the eastern plains near the Venezuelan border.

Q: Are there regular commercial flights to El Troncal Airport?
A: Service is limited as this is a small regional airport. Flights are typically operated by small domestic carriers on schedules that can vary.

Q: What is the airport primarily used for?
A: Beyond passenger travel, the airport supports general aviation, regional connectivity, and serves the oil and agricultural industries common in the Arauca region.

AI-generated content · Generated Jun 27, 2026 · MiniMax-M3

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🌏 Nearby Airports (Top 5)

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RVE Los Colonizadores Airport Saravena, Colombia 52.3 km 32.5 mi View →
AUC Santiago Perez Airport Arauca, Colombia 72.1 km 44.8 mi View →
GDO Guasdualito Airport Guasdualito, Venezuela 72.9 km 45.3 mi View →
TME Gustavo Vargas Airport Tame, Colombia 75.5 km 46.9 mi View →
SBB Santa Bárbara de Barinas Airport Santa Bárbara, Venezuela 90.4 km 56.2 mi View →

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