Playa Ballena Airport
Daylight today(Aug 29, 2026, local time)
About 12h 19m 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 Playa Ballena Airport
Playa Ballena Airport is a small airport in Puntarenas, Costa Rica (ICAO MRPY). It sits at an elevation of 7 ft (2 m). It observes America/Costa Rica local time. The nearest airport is Papa Kilo Airport (MRPK), about 2.7 nm to the nw.
Summary generated from this airport’s structured data — reference only.
Live weather
MRPYNOTAMs
MRPYReference 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(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.
Tall obstacles nearby
| Obstacle | Height AGL | Top (MSL) | Lit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Obstacle | — | 33 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Playa Ballena Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Playa Ballena Airport?
The ICAO code for Playa Ballena Airport is MRPY.
Where is Playa Ballena Airport located?
Playa Ballena Airport is small airport located in Puntarenas, Costa Rica, at an elevation of 7 ft (2 m).
What time zone is Playa Ballena Airport in?
Playa Ballena Airport is in the America/Costa Rica time zone (UTC-06:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Playa Ballena Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Playa Ballena Airport is approximately 3° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Playa Ballena Airport?
The nearest airport to Playa Ballena Airport is Papa Kilo Airport (MRPK), about 2.7 nm to the nw, followed by Santa Fe Airport and Finca Delicias Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Playa Ballena Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.