Manuel Márquez de León International Airport
Daylight today(Aug 29, 2026, local time)
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About Manuel Márquez de León International Airport
La Paz International Airport ; officially Aeropuerto Internacional Manuel Márquez de León (Manuel Márquez de León International Airport) is an international airport located in La Paz, Baja California Sur, Mexico, situated along the western shore of the Gulf of California. It serves as the primary air traffic gateway to the city of La Paz and is a focus city for the regional airline Calafia Airlines. The airport also accommodates military facilities for the Mexican Army and the Mexican Navy and supports various tourism, flight training, and general aviation activities.
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Live weather
MMLPNOTAMs
MMLPReference 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18 / 36 | 8,202 ft / 2,500 m | 148 ft | Con | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (3)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| APP | LA PAZ APP | 120.600 MHz |
| ATIS | ATIS | 127.900 MHz |
| TWR | LA PAZ TWR | 118.100 MHz |
Services & operations
La Paz International Airport serves domestic and some international flights.
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Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date.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.
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 8 kt.
| Month | VFR / MVFR / IFR / LIFR | % VFR | Median DA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 98% | 457 ft | |
| Feb | 99% | 523 ft | |
| Mar | 99% | 806 ft | |
| Apr | 99% | 1,174 ft | |
| May | 99% | 1,486 ft | |
| Jun | 99% | 1,815 ft | |
| Jul | 99% | 2,092 ft | |
| Aug | 98% | 2,031 ft | |
| Sep | 95% | 1,934 ft | |
| Oct | 97% | 1,642 ft | |
| Nov | 98% | 1,080 ft | |
| Dec | 99% | 662 ft |
VFR MVFR IFR LIFR· density altitude ranges ~457–2,092 ft through the year· Source: NWS/IEM ASOS archive.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Manuel Márquez de León International Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Manuel Márquez de León International Airport?
The ICAO code for Manuel Márquez de León International Airport is MMLP, and its IATA code is LAP.
Where is Manuel Márquez de León International Airport located?
Manuel Márquez de León International Airport is medium airport located in La Paz, Mexico, at an elevation of 69 ft (21 m).
How many runways does Manuel Márquez de León International Airport have?
Manuel Márquez de León International Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 8,202 ft / 2,500 m.
Which airlines fly to Manuel Márquez de León International Airport?
Airlines historically serving Manuel Márquez de León International Airport include AeroMéxico, Birmingham European, Interjet (ABC Aerolineas), Volaris (based on OpenFlights route data, which may be out of date).
How many destinations are served from Manuel Márquez de León International Airport?
Historical data lists 6 nonstop destinations from Manuel Márquez de León International Airport. Always check current schedules.
What time zone is Manuel Márquez de León International Airport in?
Manuel Márquez de León International Airport is in the America/Mazatlan time zone (UTC-07:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Manuel Márquez de León International Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Manuel Márquez de León International Airport is approximately 7.9° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Manuel Márquez de León International Airport?
The nearest airport to Manuel Márquez de León International Airport is El Quelele Airport (MX-1699), about 11 nm to the nw, followed by Las Parcelas Airport and Rancho Las Cruces Airstrip.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Manuel Márquez de León International Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.