Alonso Valderrama Airport (CTD)

Alonso Valderrama Airport (CTD/MPCE) is a significant regional aviation facility located in the city of Chitré, in the Herrera Province of central Panama. As the primary air link for the Azuero Peninsula, the airport plays a vital role in supporting regional commerce, agricultural services, and growing regional tourism. It primarily facilitates domestic flight operations, including regular regional services that connect Chitré with Panama City, often operated by regional carriers such as Air Panama. The terminal building is a functional and well-maintained single-story structure designed to manage the regional passenger volume with Panamanian hospitality. Inside, travelers will find a unified departures and arrivals hall, which includes basic check-in counters and a sheltered waiting area with seating. Amenities at the airport are focused on the essentials, such as clean restroom facilities and general information signage about the region's unique cultural heritage and the nearby Sarigua National Park. Due to its regional focus and smaller scale, there are no extensive retail shops or diverse dining options available on-site, so visitors are encouraged to make any necessary food or supply purchases in the city of Chitré before their flight. Operational capacity at Alonso Valderrama Airport is supported by a single paved runway (01/19) measuring approximately 1,500 meters in length, which is capable of handling light general aviation aircraft and small regional turboprops. Navigation through the terminal is exceptionally easy due to its compact and logical layout. For ground transportation, the airport is located within a few kilometers of the city center, with taxi services and private vehicle transfers readily available to transport visitors to their final destination or to explore the many historic sites and beaches of the Azuero Peninsula.