El Alto International Airport - LPB-El Alto Intl
El Alto International Airport is one of the highest international airports in the world. Located in La Paz, Bolivia, the airport is situated 13,325 feet above sea level. LPB-El Alto Intl. lands on the top 5 spot for being the highest commercial airport in the world. The airport experienced modernization during the late 1960s with runways extended and new passenger terminals updated to accommodate more and to provide better facilities. The airport serves as the main hub of the Bolivian flag carrier Lloyd Aereo Boliviano Airlines.
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El Alto International Airport is under the management of TBI plc who currently owns concessions of the three biggest airports in Bolivia. However, in February 2013, the government nationalized the SABSA and took full ownership of the operations on the main international gateways in Bolivia. The latest terminal in the airport features shops offering Bolivian handicrafts, duty-free shops as well as restaurants and cafes. Downtown La Paz, El Alto, Huatajata and Mercado 16 de Julio are a few of the nearest areas where you can enjoy sightseeing while in the area.
What to Do & Area Attractions
El Alto International Airport hotels situated close to the airport are glamorous Hotel Presidente, this accommodation is situated 2.85 miles away from the international airport and the chic Panamerican Hotel, a 3-star hotel is also within close proximity from the airport, which is located at about 3 miles away from LBP-Airport.