Callao's Jorge Chávez Airport Closes After 60 Years: A City Says Goodbye

The old Jorge Chávez International Airport in Callao, Peru, closed its doors on May 31, 2025, after almost 60 years of service. The closure marked the end of an era for many Peruvians, who shared emotional goodbyes and memories. América Noticias captured the event, showing shopkeepers carefully packing up their belongings and passengers exchanging farewell embraces. One shop owner, Margarita Chávez, the administrator of Sol Alpaca, commented on the move, saying, "It's been complicated, but we're doing it as quickly as possible. The new location will be bigger and offer more variety." A passenger, interviewed while waiting to depart for Europe, expressed both sadness and excitement, highlighting the airport's role in countless personal journeys. The event is a poignant reminder of the airport's rich history and the changing landscape of air travel in Peru.