LFR · SVLF · La Fria Airport

La Fria Airport (LFR)

N/A, Venezuela · medium airport · 8.239° -72.271° ·
Airport Information
IATA CodeLFR
ICAO CodeSVLF
Typemedium airport
NameLa Fria Airport
MunicipalityN/A
CountryVenezuela
ContinentSA
Latitude8.239° N
Longitude-72.271° W
Elevation305 ft
Climate ZoneTropical
Scheduled ServiceYes
Score250
Local TimeLoading...
Country & Timezone Info
CountryVenezuela
ISO Code
RegionN/A
Continent CodeSA
IANA TimezoneAmerica/Caracas
UTC Offset (Standard)UTC-4
DST OffsetUTC-4
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 LFR

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

🌡 Climate — Tropical (8.2°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

La Fria Airport is a regional airport serving the town of La Fría in Táchira State, western Venezuela, situated near the Colombian border. It primarily handles domestic flights and serves as an important transportation hub for the western Andean region of Venezuela. The airport supports both commercial and general aviation operations in this mountainous border area.

💡 Local Tip
If you have time before your flight, try the local arepas from vendors near the terminal—Táchira region is known throughout Venezuela for having some of the best arepas in the country, especially the popular 'domino' style with black beans and white cheese.
🚖 Getting There

Taxis and informal shared transport (por puesto) are the most common ways to reach the airport from La Fría town center. Public transport options are limited, so arranging a pickup in advance is recommended, especially for early morning flights. The short distance from town means transfer times are typically under 20 minutes.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What airlines operate at La Fria Airport?
A: La Fria Airport is primarily served by domestic Venezuelan carriers, with occasional charter and general aviation flights.

Q: Where is La Fria Airport located?
A: The airport is located in Táchira State in western Venezuela, relatively close to the Colombian border.

Q: What facilities are available at the airport?
A: The airport offers basic passenger facilities including a small terminal building, waiting areas, and limited ground services typical of a regional airport.

Q: Are there international flights from La Fria?
A: No, La Fria Airport primarily handles domestic flights; international travelers typically use larger airports like San Antonio del Táchira or Cúcuta across the border.
AI-generated content · Generated Jun 26, 2026 · MiniMax-M3

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🌏 Nearby Airports (Top 5)

IATANameCity / CountryDistance (km)Distance (mi)Link
CUC Camilo Daza International Airport Cúcuta, Colombia 43.6 km 27.1 mi View →
SVZ Juan Vicente Gómez International Airport San Antonio del Tachira, Venezuela 48.0 km 29.9 mi View →
SCI Paramillo Airport San Cristóbal, Venezuela 49.3 km 30.6 mi View →
CUV Casigua El Cubo Airport Casigua El Cubo, Venezuela 64.7 km 40.2 mi View →
TIB Tibú Airport Tibú, Colombia 66.8 km 41.5 mi View →

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