- Maicao Airport, officially known as Almirante Padilla Airport, is the main airport serving Maicao, a city in the La Guajira Department of Colombia. The airport is located approximately 8.4 kilometers west of the city center. It is named after Admiral José Prudencio Padilla, a Colombian naval officer who played a significant role in the country's fight for independence.
- The airport has a single asphalt runway, measuring 6,865 feet in length. It primarily handles domestic flights to and from various destinations within Colombia, including Bogotá, Barranquilla, and Medellín. Some regional flights to Venezuela have also been operated in the past.
- Almirante Padilla Airport offers basic facilities for passengers, including check-in counters, waiting areas, and car rental services. However, it is a relatively small airport with limited amenities compared to larger international airports.
- Travelers visiting Maicao can use the airport as a convenient gateway to explore the La Guajira Department's unique cultural heritage, beautiful landscapes, and indigenous Wayuu communities.