Nosara 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 Nosara Airport
Nosara Airport is an airport serving Nosara, a village in the Guanacaste Province of Costa Rica. The airport is approximately 15 minutes from the beaches of Nosara, the main tourist attraction in the area. The airport is owned and administered by the country's Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGAC).
Summary from Wikipedia licensed under CC BY-SA.
Nosara Airport has no reporting station; showing the nearest: MRLB.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04 / 24▸ displaced | 3,281 ft / 1,000 m | 59 ft | Asp | Unlit | Open |
Radio frequencies (1)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| RDO | COCO RDO | 126.800 MHz |
Airlines & destinations
Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date. Check current schedules.
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.
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% | 1,709 ft | |
| Feb | 100% | 1,778 ft | |
| Mar | 100% | 1,889 ft | |
| Apr | 99% | 1,996 ft | |
| May | 94% | 1,803 ft | |
| Jun | 90% | 1,565 ft | |
| Jul | 95% | 1,696 ft | |
| Aug | 92% | 1,578 ft | |
| Sep | 88% | 1,483 ft | |
| Oct | 83% | 1,397 ft | |
| Nov | 87% | 1,471 ft | |
| Dec | 99% | 1,645 ft |
VFR MVFR IFR LIFR· density altitude ranges ~1,397–1,996 ft through the year· Source: NWS/IEM ASOS archive.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Nosara Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Nosara Airport?
The ICAO code for Nosara Airport is MRNS, and its IATA code is NOB.
Where is Nosara Airport located?
Nosara Airport is medium airport located in Nicoya, Costa Rica, at an elevation of 33 ft (10 m).
How many runways does Nosara Airport have?
Nosara Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 3,281 ft / 1,000 m.
Which airlines fly to Nosara Airport?
Airlines historically serving Nosara Airport include CAL Cargo Air Lines (based on OpenFlights route data, which may be out of date).
How many destinations are served from Nosara Airport?
Historical data lists 1 nonstop destination from Nosara Airport. Always check current schedules.
What time zone is Nosara Airport in?
Nosara Airport is in the America/Costa Rica time zone (UTC-06:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Nosara Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Nosara Airport is approximately 2° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Nosara Airport?
The nearest airport to Nosara Airport is Garza Airport (MRGA), about 3.8 nm to the sse, followed by Flying Crocodile Airport and Monte Reina Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Nosara Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.