Rio Grande City Municipal Airport
Daylight today(Jul 21, 2026, local time)
About 13h 34m 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 Rio Grande City Municipal Airport
Rio Grande City Municipal Airport is a small airport in Rio Grande City, United States. It sits at an elevation of 290 ft (88 m) and has 1 runway, the longest 4,000 ft / 1,219 m with a hard surface. It observes America/Chicago local time. The nearest airport is Rancho El Mezquitito Airfield / Miguel Alemán Aerodrome (MX-1255), about 10.4 nm to the wsw.
Summary generated from this airport’s structured data — reference only.
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 | 4,000 ft / 1,219 m | 75 ft | Asph-g | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (1)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| CTAF | CTAF | 122.900 MHz |
Airspace in this area(1)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| KINGSVILLE 1 SR-2400 MON-FRI; SR-SS SAT & 1000-2400 SUN & BY NOTAM | Special use | Danger | 8000 ft MSL | FL180 |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all United States airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Tall obstacles nearby
| Obstacle | Height AGL | Top (MSL) | Lit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Obstacle | — | 440 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 453 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 449 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 459 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 449 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 466 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 423 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 417 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Rio Grande City Municipal Airport.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Rio Grande City Municipal Airport located?
Rio Grande City Municipal Airport is small airport located in Rio Grande City, United States, at an elevation of 290 ft (88 m).
How many runways does Rio Grande City Municipal Airport have?
Rio Grande City Municipal Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 4,000 ft / 1,219 m.
What time zone is Rio Grande City Municipal Airport in?
Rio Grande City Municipal Airport is in the America/Chicago time zone (UTC-05:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Rio Grande City Municipal Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Rio Grande City Municipal Airport is approximately 3.7° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Rio Grande City Municipal Airport?
The nearest airport to Rio Grande City Municipal Airport is Rancho El Mezquitito Airfield / Miguel Alemán Aerodrome (MX-1255), about 10.4 nm to the wsw, followed by Venecia Airport and Ranchos Las Islas Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Rio Grande City Municipal Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.