What are the operating hours of SAWH?

Malvinas Argentinas operates from 11:00 to 17:00.

What is the tower frequency at SAWH?

The tower frequency at Malvinas Argentinas is 118.100 MHz.

What fuel is available at SAWH?

Malvinas Argentinas offers JET A-1, AVGAS 100LL.

Does SAWH require landing permits?

Yes, landing permits are required for Malvinas Argentinas (Argentina).

Is customs available at SAWH?

Yes, customs at Malvinas Argentinas is available from 11:00 to 17:00.

Where is SAWH located?

Malvinas Argentinas (SAWH) is located in Ushuaia, Argentina.

What is the IATA code for SAWH?

The IATA code for Malvinas Argentinas is USH.

How long is the runway at SAWH?

The main runway at Malvinas Argentinas (07/25) measures 9186 X 148.

Does SAWH have an ILS approach?

Yes, Malvinas Argentinas has ILS (Instrument Landing System) approaches on runway 07/25.

Is SAWH a port of entry?

Yes, Malvinas Argentinas is a port of entry where international flights can clear customs and immigration.

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Malvinas Argentinas (SAWH/USH) — Ushuaia, Argentina

Malvinas Argentinas (SAWH/USH) serves Ushuaia, Argentina. This is a mid-sized airport with 1 runway (07/25). Field elevation is 102 ft AMSL. Data on this page is maintained by the aviation community — contribute to keep it accurate.

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Runways 4/4

Frequencies 3/4

Operations 2/2

Fuel 1/1

Contacts 2/2

Additional Info 10/10

Data last updated: 2026-04-08

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Basic Airport Information

ICAO: SAWH
Name: Malvinas Argentinas
Type: medium_airport
Category: International
Latitude: -54.8433
Longitude: -68.295799
Elevation: 102 ft
Country: Argentina
Municipality: Ushuaia
IATA Code: USH
FAA Code: N/A
FIR: SACF
Timezone: America/Argentina/Ushuaia
Distance from City: 4.0 km
VFR: Yes
IFR: Yes

Runways

Runway 07/25

Designation: 07/25
Dimensions: 9186 X 148
Surface: Concrete
PCN: 54/R/A/W/U
Lighting: MIRL, REIL both ends, PAPI Rwy 25
NAVAIDs: ILS CAT I Rwy 25 LOC 111.3, VOR/DME USU 113.70
Approach Types: ILS CAT I, VOR/DME
Remarks: Rwy 25: True hdg 266°, displaced threshold 52.5 ft, TODA 9481 ft, LDA 8661 ft, slope -0.1°, TDZE 74 ft, glide slope 3.5°. Rwy 07: True hdg 086°, displaced threshold 59.1 ft, TODA 9562 ft, LDA 8595 ft, slope +0.1°. PCN evaluation by experience of aircraft using pavement. Diverse departures not authorized. SIDs: USU5A (Rwy 07), USU5B (Rwy 25). Required climb rate 330 ft/min at 60 kt to 8000 ft.

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Frequencies

Tower: 118.100 MHz
Ground: N/A
Operations: 122.100 MHz
Traffic/Approach: Tower/Approach 118.10 MHz (TWR/APP 0900-0300Z); Secondary 122.10 MHz; ATIS 127.80 MHz; Emergency 121.50 MHz MHz
ATIS: 127.800 MHz

Operation Hours

Monday 11:00 – 17:00

Tuesday 11:00 – 17:00

Wednesday 11:00 – 17:00

Thursday 11:00 – 17:00

Friday 11:00 – 17:00

Saturday 11:00 – 17:00

Sunday 11:00 – 17:00

Extra Hours On Request: No
Remarks: Airport M-F 1100–1700 UTC. Control tower 0900–0300 UTC. Ground handling available H24 on request.

Contacts

AIS Tel: +54 2901 431232
ARO Tel: N/A
MET Tel: N/A
Admin Tel: +54 2901 431232
Health Tel: N/A
Police Tel: N/A
Authorities Tel: N/A
Website: https://www.aeropuertoushuaia.com/en/
Remarks: N/A

Slots / PPR

Slot Required: No
PPR Required: No
PPR Contact: N/A
Remarks: N/A

Customs

Open: 11:00
Close: 17:00
Phone: N/A
Extra Hours On Request: No
Remarks: Monday–Friday 1100–1700 UTC. No daylight saving time observed.

Fees

Landing Fee: Varies by MTOW slab (ARS per metric ton)
Parking Fee: First 4 hours free; ARS per metric ton per 24 hours thereafter
Handling Mandatory: No
Currency: ARS
Remarks: All fees subject to Argentine government inflation adjustment. Fees exclude 21% VAT.

Fuel Information

Fuel Type: JET A-1
Price/L: N/A
Last Updated: 2026-04-07
Remarks: N/A

Fuel Type: AVGAS 100LL
Price/L: N/A
Last Updated: 2026-04-07
Remarks: N/A

Immigration

Port of Entry: Yes
GENDEC Required: Yes
GAR Required: No
Remarks: No US CBP preclearance. Landing permit may be required depending on aircraft type.

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Restrictions

Curfew Start: 03:00
Curfew End: 09:00
Noise Chapter Min: N/A
Remarks: Control tower 0900–0300Z. Diverse IFR departures not authorized. Magnetic variation 13°E.

Alternates

SAWE

ICAO: SAWE
Name: Gobernador Ramón Trejo Noel International Airport
Distance (NM): 66.7
Has IFR: Yes
Port of Entry: Yes
Immigration Remarks: No US CBP preclearance. Landing permit may be required for non-scheduled international flights.

SAWG

ICAO: SAWG
Name: Norberto Fernandez
Distance (NM): 197.3
Has IFR: Yes
Port of Entry: Yes
Immigration Remarks: N/A

SAWU

ICAO: SAWU
Name: Santa Cruz Airport
Distance (NM): 289.6
Has IFR: No
Port of Entry: No
Immigration Remarks: Domestic only. No immigration facilities. Remote Patagonian location.

Airport Services

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Argentina Permit Requirements

Medium Landing: 5d

Overflight Permit: Yes
Landing Permit: Conditional
Overflight Lead Time: 48-72 working hours (apply Mon-Fri 0800-1600 local / 1100-1900 UTC)
Landing Lead Time: 48-72 working hours (standard); 7 business days (charter Class C+ or Falkland Islands via Argentine airspace)

Private / GA Operations:

Private flights need ANAC notification. Customs clearance at designated international airports only.

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Active NOTAMs

A2292/26 warning

ATC restriction

ATIS USHUAIA 127.80MHZ U/S

2026-06-11 00:00:00 2026-09-04 23:59:00

5/5 info

SWSA0075 SAWH 07261727 (SNOWTAM 0075 SAWH 07261727 07 5/5/5 100/100/100 NR/NR/NR WET/WET/WET TWY C POOR. APRON GENERAL POOR.)

2024-04-18 12:00:00 Until further notice

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Nearby Airports

SCNY Yendegaia Airport 19 NM SCGZ Guardiamarina Zañartu Airport 24 NM SCAZ Azopardo Airport 31 NM SA15 Lago Fagnano North Airport 44 NM SAWL Tolhuin Lago Fagnano Airport 44 NM SCBI Pampa Guanaco Airport 51 NM SAWE Gobernador Ramón Trejo Noel International Airport 67 NM SCFN Russfin Airport 69 NM

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Airport History

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the operating hours of SAWH?: Malvinas Argentinas operates from 11:00 to 17:00.
What is the tower frequency at SAWH?: The tower frequency at Malvinas Argentinas is 118.100 MHz.
What fuel is available at SAWH?: Malvinas Argentinas offers JET A-1, AVGAS 100LL.
Does SAWH require landing permits?: Yes, landing permits are required for Malvinas Argentinas (Argentina).
Is customs available at SAWH?: Yes, customs at Malvinas Argentinas is available from 11:00 to 17:00.
Where is SAWH located?: Malvinas Argentinas (SAWH) is located in Ushuaia, Argentina.
What is the IATA code for SAWH?: The IATA code for Malvinas Argentinas is USH.
How long is the runway at SAWH?: The main runway at Malvinas Argentinas (07/25) measures 9186 X 148.
Does SAWH have an ILS approach?: Yes, Malvinas Argentinas has ILS (Instrument Landing System) approaches on runway 07/25.
Is SAWH a port of entry?: Yes, Malvinas Argentinas is a port of entry where international flights can clear customs and immigration.

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