How to Get from Mariscal Lamar Airport to Cuenca’s Historic Centre

Mariscal Lamar Airport is in Cuenca, at the intersection of Avenida España and Avenida Elia Liut. Its location puts the tram stop near the airport exit and makes taxis available from within the airport premises.

The Cuenca tourism board places the Terminal Terrestre about one kilometre from the airport and says it is open 24 hours a day. That gives you a nearby transport hub to keep in mind if your onward journey involves intercity buses.

You can take a taxi from the airport or ride the tram toward the city centre. The airport operator says taxi service runs 24 hours a day under an agreement with UTPA, and passengers can board taxis within the airport premises. It does not identify a specific stand or pickup bay.

For taxi journeys within the canton, taximeter use is mandatory under an EMOV EP resolution. The airport operator also links to the Azu Taxi app. If you use a taxi, confirm the vehicle’s meter is in use for a journey within the canton.

The tram is another option: the airport operator describes it as a connection to the city centre, with access close to the airport exit. For a trip into the centre, consult the timetable for VIA 2. The operator’s transport information does not give the fare, service hours or payment methods, so check those details before setting out.

Look for the Aeropuerto stop close to the airport exit; it is stop 18 on Cuenca’s tram line. The airport operator directs passengers heading to the centre to consult the VIA 2 timetable.

Before boarding, check the current timetable and confirm the fare and payment method. The airport operator’s transport information does not state those details. If you want to understand the tram system before travelling, how to ride the Cuenca tram covers the wider journey.

Check the airport’s operating information and your transport details before you go. Local airport hours are 06:00–21:30 from Saturday through Thursday and 06:00–22:00 on Fridays. Aerodrome operating hours are Monday–Sunday, 11:00–04:00. These schedules differ, so confirm the details that apply to your flight.

For the tram, check the VIA 2 timetable and verify the current fare and payment arrangements. For a taxi journey within the canton, remember that taximeter use is mandatory. Before you go: check the official site before you go, including the airport operator’s transport and operating information.

The historic centre and Siena Hotel are about 8 minutes apart on foot or about 3 minutes by car. If you are planning a walk through the area, how to spend a day walking through Cuenca’s historic centre can help you plan the route around the city’s central sights.