La Isabela International Airport
Daylight today(Aug 29, 2026, local time)
About 12h 32m 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 La Isabela International Airport
La Isabela International Airport, officially Dr. Joaquín Balaguer International Airport, is an international airport in the Dominican Republic, serving as a secondary airport for Santo Domingo. It is located at El Higuero, about 10 km (6.2 mi) northwest of the city. It was opened on 23 February 2006 to replace the Herrera International Airport. It is named after former Dominican president Joaquín Balaguer.
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Live weather
MDJBNOTAMs
MDJBReference 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 / 19 | 5,412 ft / 1,650 m | 100 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (2)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Ground | HIGUERO TWR | 121.700 MHz |
| Tower | — | 118.900 MHz |
Navaids(1)
Airlines & destinations
Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date. Check current schedules.
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: S (from about 180°), on 25% of observations, averaging 9 kt.
| Month | VFR / MVFR / IFR / LIFR | % VFR | Median DA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 80% | 1,337 ft | |
| Feb | 77% | 1,329 ft | |
| Mar | 77% | 1,448 ft | |
| Apr | 73% | 1,567 ft | |
| May | 71% | 1,641 ft | |
| Jun | 76% | 1,722 ft | |
| Jul | 74% | 1,685 ft | |
| Aug | 73% | 1,767 ft | |
| Sep | 78% | 1,834 ft | |
| Oct | 78% | 1,760 ft | |
| Nov | 77% | 1,604 ft | |
| Dec | 82% | 1,440 ft |
VFR MVFR IFR LIFR· density altitude ranges ~1,329–1,834 ft through the year· Source: NWS/IEM ASOS archive.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from La Isabela International Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for La Isabela International Airport?
The ICAO code for La Isabela International Airport is MDJB, and its IATA code is JBQ.
Where is La Isabela International Airport located?
La Isabela International Airport is medium airport located in La Isabela, Dominican Republic, at an elevation of 98 ft (30 m).
How many runways does La Isabela International Airport have?
La Isabela International Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 5,412 ft / 1,650 m.
Which airlines fly to La Isabela International Airport?
Airlines historically serving La Isabela International Airport include Omskavia Airline, Salmon Air (based on OpenFlights route data, which may be out of date).
How many destinations are served from La Isabela International Airport?
Historical data lists 2 nonstop destinations from La Isabela International Airport. Always check current schedules.
What time zone is La Isabela International Airport in?
La Isabela International Airport is in the America/Santo Domingo time zone (UTC-04:00).
What is the magnetic variation at La Isabela International Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at La Isabela International Airport is approximately 12.1° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near La Isabela International Airport?
The nearest airport to La Isabela International Airport is Los Montones Airport (MDLM), about 7.2 nm to the wsw, followed by San Isidro Air Base and Las Américas International Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. La Isabela International Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.