Puerto Baquerizo Moreno is 5 minutes from the airport by taxi. Boat trips to Kicker Rock should be booked through local agencies.
Things to do at San Cristobal Airport (SCY)
San Cristobal AirportSCY
At the airport
Things to do in San Cristobal Airport
San Cristóbal is one of the oldest and most easterly of the Galápagos Islands and is among the best for wildlife encounters right in town. Sea lions lounge on the benches in Puerto Baquerizo Moreno's central plaza, giant tortoises can be seen at the breeding center, and Kicker Rock (León Dormido) offshore is one of the Galápagos' best snorkeling spots for hammerhead sharks. The Interpretation Center near town traces the islands' natural and human history.
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Top Tips for San Cristobal Airport
- Ecuador's Galápagos National Park requires a park entrance fee ($200 as of 2024) — paid on arrival.
- Only authorized hotels and tour operators can book Galápagos activities — plan and book well in advance.
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1 Sanctifly partner lounge at San Cristobal Airport. Each is bookable with points.
100 points per guestMagma Lounge
After you pass the security checkpoint at San Cristobal Airport (SCY), you’ll find the Magma Lounge conveniently located airside within the Main Terminal. This airport lounge is positioned in the secure departures area, so be sure to clear security first before looking for it. Whether you’re continuing your travel from SanCristobal, Ecuador or waiting for your next flight, the Magma Lounge’s location in the main terminal makes it easy to reach without leaving the airside zone. Plan a few extra minutes after security to get your bearings, then head to the Magma Lounge in the Main Terminal for a more comfortable pre-flight experience at San Cristobal Airport.Book Now
Purchase a Sanctifly membership via our website or app.
Unlock airport-specific digital content and reserve VIP lounges using the points included with your plan.
Select the tier that fits your travel habits; higher tiers include more points.
When you book a lounge, you'll receive a unique access code in the app and by email—show this at the lounge to gain access.
You can buy extra points at any time, and rates improve with higher-tier plans.
Membership unlocks airport-specific digital content and the ability to book VIP lounges using points.
Each tier
Liftoff ($25/year)
Explorer ($97/year)
Jetsetter ($220/year)
Trailblazer ($399/year)
provides a different annual points allowance (except Liftoff, which doesn't include points) that refreshes when your subscription renews. You can use your points to reserve lounge access and purchase additional points through the app if you need more.
Higher tiers not only come with more points but also reduce the per-point price when buying extra.
Points are the currency you use in the Liftoff app to book VIP lounge visits. Most plans — Liftoff, Explorer, Jetsetter and Trailblazer — include a points allowance that is deposited into your account whenever your subscription renews. Liftoff does not include points. You spend points to reserve lounges and you can top up your balance at any time through the app. If you cancel your membership, any remaining points expire 30 days after cancellation.
Additional points can be purchased directly in the Sanctifly app from your mobile. All plans allow you to buy more points whenever you need them, and the per-point price decreases on higher-tier plans. Purchased points are added to your account immediately and are non-refundable. If you cancel your membership, any remaining points expire 30 days after cancellation.