Palpailón
Daylight today(Aug 29, 2026, local time)
About 12h 8m 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 Palpailón
Palpailón is a small airport in Esmeraldas, Ecuador (ICAO SEER). It sits at an elevation of 69 ft (21 m) and has 1 runway, the longest 2,625 ft / 800 m. It observes America/Guayaquil local time. The nearest airport is San Lorenzo Airport (SESL), about 5 nm to the ene.
Summary generated from this airport’s structured data — reference only.
Live weather
SEERNOTAMs
SEERReference 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04 / 22 | 2,625 ft / 800 m | 49 ft | Gvl | Unlit | Open |
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Palpailón.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Palpailón?
The ICAO code for Palpailón is SEER.
Where is Palpailón located?
Palpailón is small airport located in Esmeraldas, Ecuador, at an elevation of 69 ft (21 m).
How many runways does Palpailón have?
Palpailón has 1 runway, the longest being 2,625 ft / 800 m.
What time zone is Palpailón in?
Palpailón is in the America/Guayaquil time zone (UTC-05:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Palpailón?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Palpailón is approximately 5° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Palpailón?
The nearest airport to Palpailón is San Lorenzo Airport (SESL), about 5 nm to the ene, followed by Tapatla Airstrip and Guinulero Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Palpailón data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.