Bluefields Airport
Daylight today(Sep 1, 2026, local time)
About 12h 21m 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 Bluefields Airport
Bluefields International Airport is an airport serving Bluefields, a harbor city in the South Caribbean Coast Autonomous Region of Nicaragua. It is the busiest airport in the Caribbean coast of Nicaragua.
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Live weather
MNBLNOTAMs
MNBLReference 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.
Live ADS-B by adsb.lol & the OpenSky Network. Not for navigation.
Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (1)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05 / 23▸ displaced | 6,625 ft / 2,019 m | 98 ft | Asp | Unlit | Open |
Radio frequencies (1)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| TWR | TWR | 118.500 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: E (from about 90°), on 34% of observations, averaging 6 kt.
| Month | VFR / MVFR / IFR / LIFR | % VFR | Median DA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 46% | 1,470 ft | |
| Feb | 52% | 1,507 ft | |
| Mar | 61% | 1,626 ft | |
| Apr | 60% | 1,774 ft | |
| May | 49% | 1,799 ft | |
| Jun | 35% | 1,680 ft | |
| Jul | 30% | 1,656 ft | |
| Aug | 43% | 1,672 ft | |
| Sep | 54% | 1,737 ft | |
| Oct | 49% | 1,680 ft | |
| Nov | 39% | 1,561 ft | |
| Dec | 43% | 1,507 ft |
VFR MVFR IFR LIFR· density altitude ranges ~1,470–1,799 ft through the year· Source: NWS/IEM ASOS archive.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Bluefields Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Bluefields Airport?
The ICAO code for Bluefields Airport is MNBL, and its IATA code is BEF.
Where is Bluefields Airport located?
Bluefields Airport is medium airport located in Bluefields, Nicaragua, at an elevation of 20 ft (6 m).
How many runways does Bluefields Airport have?
Bluefields Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 6,625 ft / 2,019 m.
What time zone is Bluefields Airport in?
Bluefields Airport is in the America/Managua time zone (UTC-06:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Bluefields Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Bluefields Airport is approximately 3.4° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Bluefields Airport?
The nearest airport to Bluefields Airport is Tierra Dorada Airport (NI-0007), about 15.6 nm to the n, followed by Corn Island Airport and Karawala Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Bluefields Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.