Set on the edge of the Amazon lowlands in Madre de Dios, Padre Aldamiz International Airport (PEM) is the air gateway for Puerto Maldonado and the Tambopata and Manu rainforest reserves. Traffic is overwhelmingly passenger and tourism-driven, with LATAM and Sky Airline linking the town to Lima and Cusco. The airport has no dedicated freighter handling; goods move as belly cargo on scheduled flights or overland along the Interoceanic Highway. For genuine air-cargo capacity, customs clearance and international forwarding, shippers consolidate at Lima (LIM) and the port of Callao. For many isolated jungle settlements, PEM is simply the fastest way out.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the IATA code of Padre Aldamiz International Airport?▼

The IATA code of Padre Aldamiz International Airport is PEM. This three-letter code is used for unique airport identification in international air transport.

Where is Padre Aldamiz International Airport located?▼

Padre Aldamiz International Airport is located in Puerto Maldonado, PE.

What is the ICAO code of Padre Aldamiz International Airport?▼

The ICAO code of Padre Aldamiz International Airport is SPTU. This four-letter code is used internationally in aviation.

What is the elevation of Padre Aldamiz International Airport?▼

Padre Aldamiz International Airport is at an elevation of 201 meters (659 ft) above sea level.

Location & Weather

-12.61360, -69.22860

201 m ü. NN

Transit time routes from Puerto Maldonado

Lima → Shanghai Lima → Shenzhen Lima → Guangzhou Lima → Hong Kong Lima → Tokyo Lima → Busan

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Last updated: 9 June 2026

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