Los Chiles Airport
Daylight today(Jul 15, 2026, local time)
About 12h 43m 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 Los Chiles Airport
Los Chiles Airport is an airport serving the town of Los Chiles in Alajuela Province, Costa Rica. The runway is on the east side of the town, and is 3 kilometres (2 mi) southeast of the Nicaraguan border.
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Live weather
MRLCLive 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.
Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (1)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06 / 24 | 4,265 ft / 1,300 m | 49 ft | Asp | Unlit | Open |
Radio frequencies (1)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| 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.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Los Chiles Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Los Chiles Airport?
The ICAO code for Los Chiles Airport is MRLC, and its IATA code is LSL.
Where is Los Chiles Airport located?
Los Chiles Airport is medium airport located in Los Chiles, Costa Rica, at an elevation of 131 ft (40 m).
How many runways does Los Chiles Airport have?
Los Chiles Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 4,265 ft / 1,300 m.
What time zone is Los Chiles Airport in?
Los Chiles Airport is in the America/Costa Rica time zone (UTC-06:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Los Chiles Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Los Chiles Airport is approximately 2.7° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Los Chiles Airport?
The nearest airport to Los Chiles Airport is San Carlos Airport (NCR), about 7.1 nm to the nnw, followed by El Descanso de Poco Sol Airport and La Garroba Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Los Chiles Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.