Placencia Airport
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About Placencia Airport
Placencia Airport is an airport that serves Placencia, Belize. It has a paved strip and crosses the peninsula from East to West.
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Live weather
MZPLLive 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.
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 | 2,133 ft / 650 m | 65 ft | Asphalt | Unlit | Open |
Airlines & destinations
Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date. Check current schedules.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Placencia Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Placencia Airport?
The ICAO code for Placencia Airport is MZPL, and its IATA code is PLJ.
Where is Placencia Airport located?
Placencia Airport is medium airport located in Placencia, Belize, at an elevation of 3 ft (1 m).
How many runways does Placencia Airport have?
Placencia Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 2,133 ft / 650 m.
Which airlines fly to Placencia Airport?
Airlines historically serving Placencia Airport include Midwest Airlines (Egypt), Regional Air Iceland (based on OpenFlights route data, which may be out of date).
How many destinations are served from Placencia Airport?
Historical data lists 5 nonstop destinations from Placencia Airport. Always check current schedules.
What time zone is Placencia Airport in?
Placencia Airport is in the America/Guatemala time zone (UTC-06:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Placencia Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Placencia 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 Placencia Airport?
The nearest airport to Placencia Airport is Big Creek Airport (BGK), about 2.9 nm to the wsw, followed by Independence Airport and Silver Creek Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Placencia Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.