Limón International Airport
Daylight today(Aug 29, 2026, local time)
About 12h 20m 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 Limón International Airport
Limón International Airport in Limón, Costa Rica, is one of the four international airports in that country.
Summary from Wikipedia licensed under CC BY-SA.
Live weather
MRLMNOTAMs
MRLMReference 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14 / 32 | 5,906 ft / 1,800 m | 98 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (2)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| INFO | FIS | 118.800 MHz |
| RDO | COCO RDO | 126.800 MHz |
Navaids(1)
Airspace in this area(4)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CTA SECTOR W | Class C | CTA | 8500 ft MSL | 19000 ft MSL |
| CTA SECTOR E | Class C | CTA | 11500 ft MSL | 19000 ft MSL |
| CTA SECTOR W | Class G | CTA | 3000 ft MSL | 8500 ft MSL |
| CTA SECTOR E | Class G | CTA | 3000 ft MSL | 11500 ft MSL |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all Costa Rica airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
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: NE (from about 45°), on 11% of observations, averaging 6 kt.
| Month | VFR / MVFR / IFR / LIFR | % VFR | Median DA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 86% | 1,385 ft | |
| Feb | 85% | 1,385 ft | |
| Mar | 88% | 1,491 ft | |
| Apr | 86% | 1,590 ft | |
| May | 87% | 1,709 ft | |
| Jun | 89% | 1,672 ft | |
| Jul | 83% | 1,565 ft | |
| Aug | 91% | 1,640 ft | |
| Sep | 95% | 1,714 ft | |
| Oct | 93% | 1,697 ft | |
| Nov | 88% | 1,558 ft | |
| Dec | 88% | 1,434 ft |
VFR MVFR IFR LIFR· density altitude ranges ~1,385–1,714 ft through the year· Source: NWS/IEM ASOS archive.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Limón International Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Limón International Airport?
The ICAO code for Limón International Airport is MRLM, and its IATA code is LIO.
Where is Limón International Airport located?
Limón International Airport is medium airport located in Limón, Costa Rica, at an elevation of 7 ft (2 m).
How many runways does Limón International Airport have?
Limón International Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 5,906 ft / 1,800 m.
What time zone is Limón International Airport in?
Limón International Airport is in the America/Costa Rica time zone (UTC-06:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Limón International Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Limón International Airport is approximately 3.6° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Limón International Airport?
The nearest airport to Limón International Airport is Pandora Airport (MRPD), about 13.7 nm to the s, followed by Bataan (Monte Libano) Airport and Shiroles Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Limón International Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.