Puerto Barrios Airport
Daylight today(Aug 29, 2026, local time)
About 12h 28m 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 Puerto Barrios Airport
Puerto Barrios Airport, formerly Izabal Air Base, serves the city of Puerto Barrios, the port of Santo Tomás de Castilla and the Guatemalan Caribbean. It is operated and administrated by Dirección General de Aeronáutica Civil (DGAC).
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Live weather
MGPBNOTAMs
MGPBReference 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12 / 30 | 8,880 ft / 2,707 m | 110 ft | Con | Unlit | Open |
Radio frequencies (1)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| TWR | TWR | 118.400 MHz |
Navaids(2)
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: N (from about 0°), on 31% of observations, averaging 7 kt.
| Month | VFR / MVFR / IFR / LIFR | % VFR | Median DA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 80% | 937 ft | |
| Feb | 81% | 1,085 ft | |
| Mar | 79% | 1,286 ft | |
| Apr | 63% | 1,496 ft | |
| May | 62% | 1,733 ft | |
| Jun | 84% | 1,672 ft | |
| Jul | 78% | 1,516 ft | |
| Aug | 87% | 1,560 ft | |
| Sep | 92% | 1,635 ft | |
| Oct | 88% | 1,479 ft | |
| Nov | 80% | 1,204 ft | |
| Dec | 80% | 1,093 ft |
VFR MVFR IFR LIFR· density altitude ranges ~937–1,733 ft through the year· Source: NWS/IEM ASOS archive.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Puerto Barrios Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Puerto Barrios Airport?
The ICAO code for Puerto Barrios Airport is MGPB, and its IATA code is PBR.
Where is Puerto Barrios Airport located?
Puerto Barrios Airport is medium airport located in Puerto Barrios, Guatemala, at an elevation of 33 ft (10 m).
How many runways does Puerto Barrios Airport have?
Puerto Barrios Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 8,880 ft / 2,707 m.
What time zone is Puerto Barrios Airport in?
Puerto Barrios Airport is in the America/Guatemala time zone (UTC-06:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Puerto Barrios Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Puerto Barrios Airport is approximately 1.1° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Puerto Barrios Airport?
The nearest airport to Puerto Barrios Airport is Bananera Airport (MGBN), about 21.3 nm to the sw, followed by Las Vegas Airport and Punta Gorda Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Puerto Barrios Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.