Abel Santamaria International Airport
Daylight today(Aug 29, 2026, local time)
About 12h 39m 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 Abel Santamaria International Airport
Abel Santamaría Airport is an international airport serving Santa Clara, the capital city of the Villa Clara Province in Cuba. It was named after the Cuban revolutionary Abel Santamaría. The airport is the main entry point for tourists travelling to Cayo Santa María and the other keys on the northern coast of the province.
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Live weather
MUSCNOTAMs
MUSCReference 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 | 9,898 ft / 3,017 m | 148 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (1)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| TWR | SANTA CLARA TWR | 118.100 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Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date.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 30% of observations, averaging 9 kt.
| Month | VFR / MVFR / IFR / LIFR | % VFR | Median DA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 47% | 928 ft | |
| Feb | 53% | 1,031 ft | |
| Mar | 54% | 1,187 ft | |
| Apr | 57% | 1,396 ft | |
| May | 52% | 1,544 ft | |
| Jun | 54% | 1,625 ft | |
| Jul | 60% | 1,633 ft | |
| Aug | 57% | 1,670 ft | |
| Sep | 53% | 1,663 ft | |
| Oct | 49% | 1,581 ft | |
| Nov | 49% | 1,343 ft | |
| Dec | 46% | 1,076 ft |
VFR MVFR IFR LIFR· density altitude ranges ~928–1,670 ft through the year· Source: NWS/IEM ASOS archive.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Abel Santamaria International Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Abel Santamaria International Airport?
The ICAO code for Abel Santamaria International Airport is MUSC, and its IATA code is SNU.
Where is Abel Santamaria International Airport located?
Abel Santamaria International Airport is large airport located in Santa Clara, Cuba, at an elevation of 338 ft (103 m).
How many runways does Abel Santamaria International Airport have?
Abel Santamaria International Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 9,898 ft / 3,017 m.
Which airlines fly to Abel Santamaria International Airport?
Airlines historically serving Abel Santamaria International Airport include Air Canada, Air Transat, Cubana de Aviación, WestJet (based on OpenFlights route data, which may be out of date).
How many destinations are served from Abel Santamaria International Airport?
Historical data lists 4 nonstop destinations from Abel Santamaria International Airport. Always check current schedules.
What time zone is Abel Santamaria International Airport in?
Abel Santamaria International Airport is in the America/Havana time zone (UTC-04:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Abel Santamaria International Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Abel Santamaria International Airport is approximately 7.1° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Abel Santamaria International Airport?
The nearest airport to Abel Santamaria International Airport is El Purio Airport (CU-0064), about 11.9 nm to the nne, followed by Jutiera Airport and Sagua La Grande Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Abel Santamaria International Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.