Gustavo Rizo Airport
Daylight today(Aug 29, 2026, local time)
About 12h 35m of daylight. Civil twilight (dawn/dusk) approximates the FAA definition of night for logging and currency. Times are computed and approximate — verify with official sources.
About Gustavo Rizo Airport
Gustavo Rizo Airport is a domestic airport serving Baracoa, a city in the Cuban province of Guantánamo. It is located about 2 kilometres (1.2 mi) north of the city and has one runway and a passenger terminal.
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Gustavo Rizo Airport has no reporting station; showing the nearest: MUGM.
Live weather
MUGMNOTAMs
MUGMReference only — not an official briefing. Always obtain a certified briefing (e.g. 1800wxbrief.com / your AIS) before flight.
NOTAM data via the FAA NOTAM system.
Live departures & arrivals
Flight data by AeroDataBox. Times are estimates — not for navigation; confirm with the airline.
Where you can fly from here
Current scheduled routes & daily frequency by AeroDataBox. Approximate — confirm bookable schedules with the airline.
Live traffic nearby
Aircraft currently within ~40 nm, from live ADS-B. Positions are approximately real-time — not for navigation.
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Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (1)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 16 / 34 | 6,070 ft / 1,850 m | 98 ft | Con | Unlit | Open |
Radio frequencies (2)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| A/G | BARACOA RDO | 340.700 MHz |
| TWR | BARACOA TWR | 122.500 MHz |
Navaids(1)
Weather by month
Share of VFR / marginal-VFR / IFR / low-IFR conditions by month over the last 8 years, with the prevailing wind and typical density altitude. Historical climatology — not a forecast.
Prevailing wind: NNW (from about 337.5°), on 20% of observations, averaging 7 kt.
| Month | VFR / MVFR / IFR / LIFR | % VFR | Median DA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 98% | 1,031 ft | |
| Feb | 99% | 1,097 ft | |
| Mar | 98% | 1,220 ft | |
| Apr | 97% | 1,361 ft | |
| May | 97% | 1,493 ft | |
| Jun | 97% | 1,579 ft | |
| Jul | 98% | 1,625 ft | |
| Aug | 97% | 1,662 ft | |
| Sep | 96% | 1,620 ft | |
| Oct | 94% | 1,501 ft | |
| Nov | 97% | 1,373 ft | |
| Dec | 98% | 1,142 ft |
VFR MVFR IFR LIFR· density altitude ranges ~1,031–1,662 ft through the year· Source: NWS/IEM ASOS archive.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Gustavo Rizo Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Gustavo Rizo Airport?
The ICAO code for Gustavo Rizo Airport is MUBA, and its IATA code is BCA.
Where is Gustavo Rizo Airport located?
Gustavo Rizo Airport is medium airport located in Baracoa, Cuba, at an elevation of 26 ft (8 m).
How many runways does Gustavo Rizo Airport have?
Gustavo Rizo Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 6,070 ft / 1,850 m.
What time zone is Gustavo Rizo Airport in?
Gustavo Rizo Airport is in the America/Havana time zone (UTC-04:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Gustavo Rizo Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Gustavo Rizo Airport is approximately 10° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Gustavo Rizo Airport?
The nearest airport to Gustavo Rizo Airport is Alfredo Noa Díaz Airport (UMA), about 21.5 nm to the ese, followed by Orestes Acosta Airport and Mariana Grajales Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Gustavo Rizo Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.