ASU → Asunción, Paraguay Updated for 2026

Silvio Pettirossi International Airport (ASU) Transfer & Transit Guide [2026]

Silvio Pettirossi International Airport (ASU) in Luque is Paraguay's main flight gateway. Situated 14 km northeast of Asunción's historic Microcentro and modern corporate district (Villa Morra / Aviadores del Chaco), it provides straightforward access to Paraguay's capital.

Distance northeast
Official Ride App Bolt / MUV / Uber
Currency PYG

All Direct Transfer Routes From Silvio Pettirossi International Airport (ASU)

ASU 20 min

Asunción (ASU) → Asunción (Centro Histórico & Villa Morra)

From: 3,600 PYG (~$0.50)
Top Pick: Bolt / MUV Rideshare / Line 30 City Bus

Silvio Pettirossi Airport (ASU) in Luque is 14 km northeast of Asunción. The Bolt or MUV rideshare app is overwhelmingly the top choice, taking 20-30 minutes for 40,000 - 60,000 PYG (~$5 - $8 USD) to corporate Villa Morra or downtown Centro. Official yellow airport taxis charge a standard 80,000 - 100,000 PYG (~$10 - $13 USD). Budget travelers can take the Line 30 city bus for 3,600 PYG (~$0.50 USD).

Terminals & Station Layout

ASU features a single terminal building with an observation tower. Arrivals and customs exit directly onto the main parking apron.

Taxi Rules & Scams to Avoid

Local ride-hailing apps Bolt and MUV are extremely popular and cheaper than airport taxis. Yellow airport taxis charge a standard tariff (~80,000–100,000 PYG / ~$10–$13 USD) to Villa Morra or Centro.

Late-Night Arrivals (After Midnight)

Bolt operates 24/7 in Asunción and is the safest, most convenient option for late-night flight arrivals.

STRESS-FREE DOOR-TO-DOOR OPTION

Prefer a Driver Waiting at Asunción (ASU) Arrivals?

Traveling with heavy suitcases, young children, or landing after midnight? Pre-book a fixed-price private airport transfer or express rail pass on Klook with instant confirmation and no meter haggling.

ARRIVAL CONNECTIVITY & RIDE-HAILING TIP

Need Mobile Data at the Terminal for Bolt / MUV / Uber & Maps?

Airport Wi-Fi often drops outside the terminal curb where Bolt / MUV / Uber pickup zones are located. Install a local eSIM before your flight so you can order a ride, translate station signs, and show digital train QR tickets immediately after landing.