La Aurora International Airport
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About La Aurora International Airport
La Aurora International Airport serves Guatemala City, the capital of Guatemala. It is located 6.4 kilometres south of Guatemala City's center and 25 km from Antigua Guatemala. It is administered by the General Directorate of Civil Aeronautics.
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Live weather
MGGTLive 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.
Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (1)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02 / 20▸ displaced | 9,800 ft / 2,987 m | 196 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (6)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| AFIS | GUATEMALA RDO | 126.900 MHz |
| APP | CON | 119.300 MHz |
| ATIS | ATIS | 126.500 MHz |
| CLD | CLNC DEL | 120.700 MHz |
| GND | GND | 121.900 MHz |
| TWR | TWR | 118.100 MHz |
Services & operations
Guatemala International Airport (GUA) is the 4th busiest in Central America, with over 2.7 million passengers in 2023.
From the airport’s official website — details may change, so confirm with the airport. Official site
Navaids(2)
Airlines & destinations
Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date. Check current schedules.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from La Aurora International Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for La Aurora International Airport?
The ICAO code for La Aurora International Airport is MGGT, and its IATA code is GUA.
Where is La Aurora International Airport located?
La Aurora International Airport is large airport located in Guatemala City, Guatemala, at an elevation of 4,952 ft (1,509 m).
How many runways does La Aurora International Airport have?
La Aurora International Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 9,800 ft / 2,987 m.
Which airlines fly to La Aurora International Airport?
Airlines historically serving La Aurora International Airport include AeroMéxico, Air Atlanta Icelandic, Air France, American Airlines, Avianca - Aerovias Nacionales de Colombia, British Airways, among 15 carriers (based on OpenFlights route data, which may be out of date).
How many destinations are served from La Aurora International Airport?
Historical data lists 19 nonstop destinations from La Aurora International Airport. Always check current schedules.
What time zone is La Aurora International Airport in?
La Aurora International Airport is in the America/Guatemala time zone (UTC-06:00).
What is the magnetic variation at La Aurora International Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at La Aurora International Airport is approximately 0.1° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near La Aurora International Airport?
The nearest airport to La Aurora International Airport is Jayabaj Airport (GT-0021), about 29 nm to the nnw, followed by El Naranjo Airport and Zacualpa Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. La Aurora International Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.