Palo Arco 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 Palo Arco Airport
Palo Arco Airport is an airport serving the canton of Nandayure in Guanacaste Province, Costa Rica. There is rising terrain in all quadrants.
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Live weather
MRPANOTAMs
MRPAReference 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 (0)
No runway data recorded for this airport.
Airspace in this area(2)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CTA SECTOR W | Class C | CTA | 8500 ft MSL | 19000 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.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Palo Arco Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Palo Arco Airport?
The ICAO code for Palo Arco Airport is MRPA.
Where is Palo Arco Airport located?
Palo Arco Airport is small airport located in Nandayure, Costa Rica, at an elevation of 324 ft (99 m).
What time zone is Palo Arco Airport in?
Palo Arco Airport is in the America/Costa Rica time zone (UTC-06:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Palo Arco Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Palo Arco Airport is approximately 2.2° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Palo Arco Airport?
The nearest airport to Palo Arco Airport is La Javilla Airport (MLLJ), about 4.2 nm to the sw, followed by Agropecuaria Playa Caletas Airport and Islita Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Palo Arco Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.