General Heriberto Jara International Airport
Daylight today(Aug 29, 2026, local time)
About 12h 33m 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 General Heriberto Jara International Airport
Veracruz International Airport (Spanish: Aeropuerto Internacional de Veracruz Heriberto Jara); officially Aeropuerto Internacional Heriberto Jara (General Heriberto Jara International Airport) (IATA: VER, ICAO: MMVR) is an international airport located in Veracruz, Mexico. It handles national and international air traffic for the Metropolitan Area of Veracruz and a significant portion of the State of Veracruz, including the metropolitan areas of Córdoba, Orizaba, and Xalapa. The airport is named in honor of General Heriberto Jara, a Constituent Deputy and former Governor of Veracruz. It is operated by the Grupo Aeroportuario del Sureste (ASUR).
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Live weather
MMVRNOTAMs
MMVRReference 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 19 / 01 | 7,874 ft / 2,400 m | 148 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
| 09 / 27 | 4,997 ft / 1,523 m | 148 ft | Asp | Unlit | Closed |
Radio frequencies (3)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| APP | VERACRUZ APP | 120.400 MHz |
| ATIS | ATIS | 127.800 MHz |
| TWR | VERACRUZ TWR | 118.500 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Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date.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: N (from about 0°), on 24% of observations, averaging 10 kt.
| Month | VFR / MVFR / IFR / LIFR | % VFR | Median DA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 52% | 795 ft | |
| Feb | 53% | 962 ft | |
| Mar | 52% | 1,287 ft | |
| Apr | 52% | 1,581 ft | |
| May | 51% | 1,898 ft | |
| Jun | 64% | 1,807 ft | |
| Jul | 74% | 1,680 ft | |
| Aug | 81% | 1,721 ft | |
| Sep | 78% | 1,693 ft | |
| Oct | 75% | 1,500 ft | |
| Nov | 64% | 1,163 ft | |
| Dec | 59% | 933 ft |
VFR MVFR IFR LIFR· density altitude ranges ~795–1,898 ft through the year· Source: NWS/IEM ASOS archive.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from General Heriberto Jara International Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for General Heriberto Jara International Airport?
The ICAO code for General Heriberto Jara International Airport is MMVR, and its IATA code is VER.
Where is General Heriberto Jara International Airport located?
General Heriberto Jara International Airport is large airport located in Veracruz, Mexico, at an elevation of 90 ft (27 m).
How many runways does General Heriberto Jara International Airport have?
General Heriberto Jara International Airport has 2 runways, the longest being 7,874 ft / 2,400 m.
Which airlines fly to General Heriberto Jara International Airport?
Airlines historically serving General Heriberto Jara International Airport include AeroMéxico, Aeromar, Birmingham European, Interjet (ABC Aerolineas), Mongolian International Air Lines, United Airlines, among 7 carriers (based on OpenFlights route data, which may be out of date).
How many destinations are served from General Heriberto Jara International Airport?
Historical data lists 9 nonstop destinations from General Heriberto Jara International Airport. Always check current schedules.
What time zone is General Heriberto Jara International Airport in?
General Heriberto Jara International Airport is in the America/Mexico City time zone (UTC-06:00).
What is the magnetic variation at General Heriberto Jara International Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at General Heriberto Jara International Airport is approximately 2.6° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near General Heriberto Jara International Airport?
The nearest airport to General Heriberto Jara International Airport is Marina Heroica Naval Academy Airfield (MX-1615), about 13.3 nm to the ese, followed by El Ahijadero Airport and El Lencero Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. General Heriberto Jara International Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.