Guanacaste Airport
Daylight today(Jul 15, 2026, local time)
About 12h 40m 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 Guanacaste Airport
Nicoya Airport is an airport serving the city of Nicoya in the Guanacaste Province of Costa Rica. The airport is owned and managed by the country's Directorate General of Civil Aviation.
Summary from Wikipedia licensed under CC BY-SA.
Live weather
MRNCLive 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 (0)
No runway data recorded for this airport.
Airspace in this area(3)
| 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 |
| 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.
Tall obstacles nearby
| Obstacle | Height AGL | Top (MSL) | Lit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Obstacle | — | 846 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 840 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 810 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 738 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 682 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 738 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 571 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 420 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Guanacaste Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Guanacaste Airport?
The ICAO code for Guanacaste Airport is MRNC, and its IATA code is NCT.
Where is Guanacaste Airport located?
Guanacaste Airport is small airport located in Nicoya/Guanacate, Costa Rica, at an elevation of 365 ft (111 m).
What time zone is Guanacaste Airport in?
Guanacaste Airport is in the America/Costa Rica time zone (UTC-06:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Guanacaste Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Guanacaste 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 Guanacaste Airport?
The nearest airport to Guanacaste Airport is La Zampoña Airport (MRLA), about 7.7 nm to the n, followed by Talolinga Airport and Monte Alto Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Guanacaste Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.