Principe Airport
Daylight today(Aug 30, 2026, local time)
About 12h 9m 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 Principe Airport
Príncipe Airport is an airport on the island of Príncipe, located 3 kilometres (2 mi) north of Santo António, the island's capital. It is the only airport on Príncipe and one of the three airports serving São Tomé and Príncipe. It was built in 1968 during Portuguese colonial rule. The only commercial flights available are to São Tomé International Airport in the capital, but private and charter flights are also available.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
Principe Airport has no reporting station; showing the nearest: FPST.
Live weather
FPSTNOTAMs
FPSTReference 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18 / 36 | 4,331 ft / 1,320 m | 98 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (1)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| AFIS | AFIS | 118.900 MHz |
Navaids(1)
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: S (from about 180°), on 23% of observations, averaging 9 kt.
| Month | VFR / MVFR / IFR / LIFR | % VFR | Median DA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 96% | 2,386 ft | |
| Feb | 94% | 2,423 ft | |
| Mar | 96% | 2,504 ft | |
| Apr | 92% | 2,460 ft | |
| May | 97% | 2,443 ft | |
| Jun | 99% | 2,205 ft | |
| Jul | 99% | 2,049 ft | |
| Aug | 98% | 2,012 ft | |
| Sep | 97% | 2,168 ft | |
| Oct | 93% | 2,213 ft | |
| Nov | 94% | 2,287 ft | |
| Dec | 95% | 2,304 ft |
VFR MVFR IFR LIFR· density altitude ranges ~2,012–2,504 ft through the year· Source: NWS/IEM ASOS archive.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Principe Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Principe Airport?
The ICAO code for Principe Airport is FPPR, and its IATA code is PCP.
Where is Principe Airport located?
Principe Airport is medium airport located in São Tomé & Príncipe, São Tomé and Principe, at an elevation of 591 ft (180 m).
How many runways does Principe Airport have?
Principe Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 4,331 ft / 1,320 m.
What time zone is Principe Airport in?
Principe Airport is in the Africa/Sao Tome time zone (UTC).
What is the magnetic variation at Principe Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Principe Airport is approximately 1.3° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Principe Airport?
The nearest airport to Principe Airport is São Tomé International Airport (TMS), about 87.7 nm to the ssw.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Principe Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.