Playa Samara/Carrillo Airport
Daylight today(Jul 15, 2026, local time)
About 12h 38m 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 Playa Samara/Carrillo Airport
Carrillo Airport is an airport serving Puerto Carrillo, a Pacific coastal village in Guanacaste Province, Costa Rica. The airport and village are 5 kilometres (3 mi) east of Sámara village.
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Live weather
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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(2)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CTA SECTOR W | Class C | CTA | 8500 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.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Playa Samara/Carrillo Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Playa Samara/Carrillo Airport?
The ICAO code for Playa Samara/Carrillo Airport is MRCR, and its IATA code is PLD.
Where is Playa Samara/Carrillo Airport located?
Playa Samara/Carrillo Airport is small airport located in Carrillo, Costa Rica, at an elevation of 50 ft (15 m).
What time zone is Playa Samara/Carrillo Airport in?
Playa Samara/Carrillo Airport is in the America/Costa Rica time zone (UTC-06:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Playa Samara/Carrillo Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Playa Samara/Carrillo 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 Playa Samara/Carrillo Airport?
The nearest airport to Playa Samara/Carrillo Airport is Monte Reina Airport (MRMR), about 4.4 nm to the wnw, followed by Flying Crocodile Airport and Islita Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Playa Samara/Carrillo Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.