Gregorio Luperon International Airport
Daylight today(Aug 29, 2026, local time)
About 12h 34m 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 Gregorio Luperon International Airport
Gregorio Luperón International Airport, also known as Puerto Plata Airport, is located in Sosúa in the Puerto Plata Province, Dominican Republic. The airport is named after General Gregorio Luperón, a Dominican military and state leader. Capable of handling planes of all sizes, the airport has benefited from being in an area with many beaches, which are popular among charter airline passengers. The popularity of the city where it is located has also drawn a number of regularly scheduled passenger airlines over the years.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
Live weather
MDPPNOTAMs
MDPPReference 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08 / 26 | 10,108 ft / 3,081 m | 151 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (3)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| APP | PUERTO PLATA APP | 119.000 MHz |
| GND | GND | 121.900 MHz |
| TWR | PUERTO PLATA TWR | 118.000 MHz |
Services & operations
Long Term Parking capacity is restricted during renovations and shuttle services are available.
From the airport’s official website — details may change, so confirm with the airport. Official site
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Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date.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 51% of observations, averaging 11 kt.
| Month | VFR / MVFR / IFR / LIFR | % VFR | Median DA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 79% | 1,026 ft | |
| Feb | 75% | 989 ft | |
| Mar | 80% | 1,115 ft | |
| Apr | 80% | 1,264 ft | |
| May | 88% | 1,464 ft | |
| Jun | 92% | 1,583 ft | |
| Jul | 89% | 1,546 ft | |
| Aug | 89% | 1,620 ft | |
| Sep | 90% | 1,694 ft | |
| Oct | 87% | 1,612 ft | |
| Nov | 82% | 1,375 ft | |
| Dec | 77% | 1,108 ft |
VFR MVFR IFR LIFR· density altitude ranges ~989–1,694 ft through the year· Source: NWS/IEM ASOS archive.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Gregorio Luperon International Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Gregorio Luperon International Airport?
The ICAO code for Gregorio Luperon International Airport is MDPP, and its IATA code is POP.
Where is Gregorio Luperon International Airport located?
Gregorio Luperon International Airport is medium airport located in Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic, at an elevation of 15 ft (5 m).
How many runways does Gregorio Luperon International Airport have?
Gregorio Luperon International Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 10,108 ft / 3,081 m.
Which airlines fly to Gregorio Luperon International Airport?
Airlines historically serving Gregorio Luperon International Airport include Aereonautica militare, Air Berlin, Air Canada, Air Transat, American Airlines, Arkefly, among 12 carriers (based on OpenFlights route data, which may be out of date).
How many destinations are served from Gregorio Luperon International Airport?
Historical data lists 14 nonstop destinations from Gregorio Luperon International Airport. Always check current schedules.
What time zone is Gregorio Luperon International Airport in?
Gregorio Luperon International Airport is in the America/Santo Domingo time zone (UTC-04:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Gregorio Luperon International Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Gregorio Luperon International Airport is approximately 11.9° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Gregorio Luperon International Airport?
The nearest airport to Gregorio Luperon International Airport is Cibao International Airport (STI), about 21.3 nm to the s, followed by Peñuela / Esperanza Field and El Ranchito Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Gregorio Luperon International Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.