Ponciano Arriaga International Airport
Daylight today(Aug 30, 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 Ponciano Arriaga International Airport
San Luis Potosí International Airport, (Spanish: Aeropuerto Internacional de San Luis Potosí); officially Aeropuerto Internacional Ponciano Arriaga (Ponciano Arriaga International Airport) (IATA: SLP, ICAO: MMSP) is an international airport located in the municipality of San Luis Potosí, within the state of San Luis Potosí, Mexico. It serves the Greater San Luis Potosi Metropolitan Area. In addition to national and international passenger traffic, San Luis Potosí Airport accommodates logistics and courier companies as well as industries involved in auto parts, steel, textiles, and furniture. Since 2005 it has served as the cargo airline Estafeta's main hub.
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Live weather
MMSPNOTAMs
MMSPReference 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 (2)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14 / 32 | 9,867 ft / 3,007 m | 148 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
| 04 / 22 | 3,259 ft / 993 m | 98 ft | Asp | Unlit | Open |
Radio frequencies (1)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| APP | POTOSI APP/TWR | 118.900 MHz |
Navaids(1)
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Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date.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 20% of observations, averaging 8 kt.
| Month | VFR / MVFR / IFR / LIFR | % VFR | Median DA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 75% | 6,691 ft | |
| Feb | 80% | 7,039 ft | |
| Mar | 83% | 7,396 ft | |
| Apr | 80% | 7,658 ft | |
| May | 74% | 7,871 ft | |
| Jun | 65% | 7,621 ft | |
| Jul | 68% | 7,448 ft | |
| Aug | 71% | 7,480 ft | |
| Sep | 59% | 7,423 ft | |
| Oct | 64% | 7,240 ft | |
| Nov | 67% | 6,911 ft | |
| Dec | 71% | 6,692 ft |
VFR MVFR IFR LIFR· density altitude ranges ~6,691–7,871 ft through the year· Source: NWS/IEM ASOS archive.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Ponciano Arriaga International Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Ponciano Arriaga International Airport?
The ICAO code for Ponciano Arriaga International Airport is MMSP, and its IATA code is SLP.
Where is Ponciano Arriaga International Airport located?
Ponciano Arriaga International Airport is medium airport located in San Luis Potosí, Mexico, at an elevation of 6,035 ft (1,839 m).
How many runways does Ponciano Arriaga International Airport have?
Ponciano Arriaga International Airport has 2 runways, the longest being 9,867 ft / 3,007 m.
Which airlines fly to Ponciano Arriaga International Airport?
Airlines historically serving Ponciano Arriaga International Airport include AeroMéxico, Aeromar, American Airlines, US Airways, United Airlines, Volaris (based on OpenFlights route data, which may be out of date).
How many destinations are served from Ponciano Arriaga International Airport?
Historical data lists 6 nonstop destinations from Ponciano Arriaga International Airport. Always check current schedules.
What time zone is Ponciano Arriaga International Airport in?
Ponciano Arriaga International Airport is in the America/Mexico City time zone (UTC-06:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Ponciano Arriaga International Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Ponciano Arriaga International Airport is approximately 4.6° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Ponciano Arriaga International Airport?
The nearest airport to Ponciano Arriaga International Airport is Villa de Arista Airport (MX-1361), about 24 nm to the nne, followed by Rancho El Jaralito and Rancho Santa Rosa Airstrip.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Ponciano Arriaga International Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.