Providenciales International Airport
Daylight today(Aug 29, 2026, local time)
About 12h 37m 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 Providenciales International Airport
Providenciales International Airport, on the island of Providenciales in the Caicos Islands, is the main international airport serving the Turks and Caicos Islands, a British Overseas Territory of the United Kingdom. It is operated by Turks and Caicos Islands Airports Authority (TCIAA). The territory's other international airport is JAGS McCartney International Airport on Grand Turk Island. Currently, there are more than 12,000 commercial aircraft operations per year. Locally based air carriers interCaribbean Airways and Caicos Express Airways both currently operate respective hubs at the Providenciales International Airport.
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Live weather
MBPVNOTAMs
MBPVReference 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10 / 28▸ displaced | 9,199 ft / 2,804 m | 148 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (3)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| APP | PROVO APP | 126.000 MHz |
| GND | GND | 121.900 MHz |
| TWR | TWR | 119.900 MHz |
Navaids(2)
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Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date.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 27% of observations, averaging 8 kt.
| Month | VFR / MVFR / IFR / LIFR | % VFR | Median DA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 93% | 1,123 ft | |
| Feb | 95% | 1,115 ft | |
| Mar | 95% | 1,227 ft | |
| Apr | 95% | 1,345 ft | |
| May | 93% | 1,538 ft | |
| Jun | 93% | 1,657 ft | |
| Jul | 96% | 1,702 ft | |
| Aug | 95% | 1,746 ft | |
| Sep | 95% | 1,813 ft | |
| Oct | 94% | 1,711 ft | |
| Nov | 93% | 1,494 ft | |
| Dec | 93% | 1,264 ft |
VFR MVFR IFR LIFR· density altitude ranges ~1,115–1,813 ft through the year· Source: NWS/IEM ASOS archive.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Providenciales International Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Providenciales International Airport?
The ICAO code for Providenciales International Airport is MBPV, and its IATA code is PLS.
Where is Providenciales International Airport located?
Providenciales International Airport is large airport located in Providenciales, Turks and Caicos Islands, at an elevation of 15 ft (5 m).
How many runways does Providenciales International Airport have?
Providenciales International Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 9,199 ft / 2,804 m.
Which airlines fly to Providenciales International Airport?
Airlines historically serving Providenciales International Airport include Aereonautica militare, Air Canada, American Airlines, Bahamasair, British Airways, Delta Air Lines, among 12 carriers (based on OpenFlights route data, which may be out of date).
How many destinations are served from Providenciales International Airport?
Historical data lists 20 nonstop destinations from Providenciales International Airport. Always check current schedules.
What time zone is Providenciales International Airport in?
Providenciales International Airport is in the America/Grand Turk time zone (UTC-04:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Providenciales International Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Providenciales International Airport is approximately 11.2° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Providenciales International Airport?
The nearest airport to Providenciales International Airport is Pine Cay Airport (PIC), about 11.6 nm to the ene, followed by West Caicos Airport and North Caicos Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Providenciales International Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.