El Tajín National Airport
Daylight today(Aug 29, 2026, local time)
About 12h 36m 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 El Tajín National Airport
Poza Rica Airport ; officially Aeropuerto Nacional El Tajín (El Tajín National Airport) is an airport located in Tihuatlán, Veracruz, Mexico. It serves domestic flights for Poza Rica and Tuxpan in Veracruz, while also supporting various executive and general aviation activities. Operated by Aeropuertos y Servicios Auxiliares, a federal government-owned corporation, the airport takes its name from El Tajín, a pre-Columbian archaeological site in Northern Veracruz. In 2025, the airport handled 1,997 passengers.
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Live weather
MMPANOTAMs
MMPAReference 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08 / 26 | 5,906 ft / 1,800 m | 148 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (1)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| AFIS | POZA RICA INFO | 118.900 MHz |
Navaids(1)
Airlines & destinations
Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date. Check current schedules.
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 21% of observations, averaging 8 kt.
| Month | VFR / MVFR / IFR / LIFR | % VFR | Median DA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 24% | 1,092 ft | |
| Feb | 23% | 1,371 ft | |
| Mar | 20% | 1,797 ft | |
| Apr | 16% | 2,113 ft | |
| May | 20% | 2,519 ft | |
| Jun | 32% | 2,436 ft | |
| Jul | 31% | 2,346 ft | |
| Aug | 38% | 2,404 ft | |
| Sep | 40% | 2,351 ft | |
| Oct | 34% | 1,990 ft | |
| Nov | 30% | 1,621 ft | |
| Dec | 28% | 1,342 ft |
VFR MVFR IFR LIFR· density altitude ranges ~1,092–2,519 ft through the year· Source: NWS/IEM ASOS archive.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from El Tajín National Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for El Tajín National Airport?
The ICAO code for El Tajín National Airport is MMPA, and its IATA code is PAZ.
Where is El Tajín National Airport located?
El Tajín National Airport is medium airport located in Poza Rica, Mexico, at an elevation of 497 ft (151 m).
How many runways does El Tajín National Airport have?
El Tajín National Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 5,906 ft / 1,800 m.
Which airlines fly to El Tajín National Airport?
Airlines historically serving El Tajín National Airport include AeroMéxico, Aeromar (based on OpenFlights route data, which may be out of date).
How many destinations are served from El Tajín National Airport?
Historical data lists 3 nonstop destinations from El Tajín National Airport. Always check current schedules.
What time zone is El Tajín National Airport in?
El Tajín National Airport is in the America/Mexico City time zone (UTC-06:00).
What is the magnetic variation at El Tajín National Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at El Tajín National Airport is approximately 3.1° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near El Tajín National Airport?
The nearest airport to El Tajín National Airport is Poza Rica Airport (MX-2211), about 6 nm to the s, followed by Los Pipos Airport and Fausto Vega Santander Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. El Tajín National Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.