Mar de Cortés International Airport
Daylight today(Jul 15, 2026, local time)
About 14h 0m 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 Mar de Cortés International Airport
Puerto Peñasco International Airport ; officially Aeropuerto Internacional Mar de Cortés (Mar de Cortés International Airport) is an international airport located in Puerto Peñasco, Sonora, Mexico. It serves domestic flights and general aviation activities in Puerto Peñasco. The airport is owned by Grupo Vidanta. It derives its name from Mar de Cortés, a common term in Spanish for the Gulf of California.
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Live weather
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18 / 36 | 8,202 ft / 2,500 m | 148 ft | Concrete | Unlit | Open |
Radio frequencies (1)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| CTAF | Tower not yet operational | 122.800 MHz |
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Mar de Cortés International Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Mar de Cortés International Airport?
The ICAO code for Mar de Cortés International Airport is MMPE, and its IATA code is PPE.
Where is Mar de Cortés International Airport located?
Mar de Cortés International Airport is small airport located in Puerto Peñasco, Mexico, at an elevation of 71 ft (22 m).
How many runways does Mar de Cortés International Airport have?
Mar de Cortés International Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 8,202 ft / 2,500 m.
What time zone is Mar de Cortés International Airport in?
Mar de Cortés International Airport is in the America/Hermosillo time zone (UTC-07:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Mar de Cortés International Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Mar de Cortés International Airport is approximately 9.7° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Mar de Cortés International Airport?
The nearest airport to Mar de Cortés International Airport is Colonia Ortiz Garza Airport (MX-1761), about 9.2 nm to the nnw, followed by Ultraligeros del Desierto Airport and Rocky Point Ultralight Flights.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Mar de Cortés International Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.