Daniel Oduber Quirós International Airport
Daylight today(Aug 29, 2026, local time)
About 12h 21m 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 Daniel Oduber Quirós International Airport
Daniel Oduber Quirós International Airport — also known as Guanacaste Airport and Liberia International Airport — is one of four international airports in Costa Rica. It sits 11 kilometres west-southwest of the city of Liberia in Guanacaste Province, and serves as a tourism hub for those who visit the Pacific coast and western Costa Rica. The facility covers 243 hectares of land and has a single 2,750-metre (9,022 ft) runway that can handle wide-body aircraft, including the Boeing 747.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
Live weather
MRLBNOTAMs
MRLBReference 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07 / 25 | 9,022 ft / 2,750 m | 148 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (4)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| APP | LIBERIA APP | 119.800 MHz |
| GND | GND | 121.700 MHz |
| RDO | COCO RDO | 126.800 MHz |
| TWR | LIBERIA TWR | 118.800 MHz |
Navaids(1)
Airlines & destinations
Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date. Check current schedules.
Airspace in this area(4)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CTA SECTOR W | Class C | CTA | 8500 ft MSL | 19000 ft MSL |
| LIBERIA TMA | Class C | TMA | 2500 ft MSL | 19000 ft MSL |
| LIBERIA CTR | Class D | CTR | GND | 2500 ft MSL |
| CTA SECTOR W | Class G | CTA | 3000 ft MSL | 8500 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: E (from about 90°), on 33% of observations, averaging 12 kt.
| Month | VFR / MVFR / IFR / LIFR | % VFR | Median DA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 100% | 2,001 ft | |
| Feb | 100% | 2,071 ft | |
| Mar | 100% | 2,182 ft | |
| Apr | 99% | 2,288 ft | |
| May | 94% | 2,096 ft | |
| Jun | 90% | 1,858 ft | |
| Jul | 95% | 1,989 ft | |
| Aug | 92% | 1,870 ft | |
| Sep | 88% | 1,776 ft | |
| Oct | 83% | 1,690 ft | |
| Nov | 87% | 1,764 ft | |
| Dec | 99% | 1,938 ft |
VFR MVFR IFR LIFR· density altitude ranges ~1,690–2,288 ft through the year· Source: NWS/IEM ASOS archive.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Daniel Oduber Quirós International Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Daniel Oduber Quirós International Airport?
The ICAO code for Daniel Oduber Quirós International Airport is MRLB, and its IATA code is LIR.
Where is Daniel Oduber Quirós International Airport located?
Daniel Oduber Quirós International Airport is large airport located in Liberia, Costa Rica, at an elevation of 270 ft (82 m).
How many runways does Daniel Oduber Quirós International Airport have?
Daniel Oduber Quirós International Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 9,022 ft / 2,750 m.
Which airlines fly to Daniel Oduber Quirós International Airport?
Airlines historically serving Daniel Oduber Quirós International Airport include Air Canada, Air France, American Airlines, Avianca - Aerovias Nacionales de Colombia, CAL Cargo Air Lines, Copa Airlines, among 14 carriers (based on OpenFlights route data, which may be out of date).
How many destinations are served from Daniel Oduber Quirós International Airport?
Historical data lists 15 nonstop destinations from Daniel Oduber Quirós International Airport. Always check current schedules.
What time zone is Daniel Oduber Quirós International Airport in?
Daniel Oduber Quirós International Airport is in the America/Costa Rica time zone (UTC-06:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Daniel Oduber Quirós International Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Daniel Oduber Quirós International Airport is approximately 2.1° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Daniel Oduber Quirós International Airport?
The nearest airport to Daniel Oduber Quirós International Airport is La Flor Airport (MRLF), about 3.5 nm to the n, followed by Las Trancas Airport and Catsa Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Daniel Oduber Quirós International Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.