Palmerola International Airport
Daylight today(Aug 29, 2026, local time)
About 12h 26m 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 Palmerola International Airport
Palmerola International Airport — occasionally known as Comayagua International Airport — is an international airport serving Tegucigalpa, the capital of Honduras. Located in Comayagua, it is approximately 60 kilometres northwest of Tegucigalpa city centre. The airport was inaugurated in October 2021 as the country's new international airport for civil and commercial use, replacing the old Toncontín International Airport while it still remains active for domestic and regional flights. It was built at the facilities of the Soto Cano Air Base.
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Live weather
MHSCNOTAMs
MHSCReference 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17 / 35 | 8,064 ft / 2,458 m | 148 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (11)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| AAS | VFR ADVSY SVC | 125.800 MHz |
| ACC | CENAMER ACC | 89.100 MHz |
| APP | APP | 125.800 MHz |
| GND | GND | 121.900 MHz |
| MISC | SKYWATCH AFFS | 42.500 MHz |
| OPS | WARRIOR OPS | 51.500 MHz |
| PMSV | PMSV METRO | 34.060 MHz |
| POST | COMD POST | 33.130 MHz |
| PTD | PTD | 135.500 MHz |
| RDO | TEGUCIGALPA RDO | 126.700 MHz |
| TWR | TWR | 118.900 MHz |
Navaids(1)
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 31% of observations, averaging 11 kt.
| Month | VFR / MVFR / IFR / LIFR | % VFR | Median DA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 87% | 3,086 ft | |
| Feb | 96% | 3,423 ft | |
| Mar | 97% | 3,648 ft | |
| Apr | 74% | 3,823 ft | |
| May | 73% | 3,627 ft | |
| Jun | 80% | 3,544 ft | |
| Jul | 91% | 3,583 ft | |
| Aug | 85% | 3,473 ft | |
| Sep | 80% | 3,586 ft | |
| Oct | 78% | 3,533 ft | |
| Nov | 86% | 3,459 ft | |
| Dec | 86% | 3,241 ft |
VFR MVFR IFR LIFR· density altitude ranges ~3,086–3,823 ft through the year· Source: NWS/IEM ASOS archive.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Palmerola International Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Palmerola International Airport?
The ICAO code for Palmerola International Airport is MHSC, and its IATA code is XPL.
Where is Palmerola International Airport located?
Palmerola International Airport is large airport located in Palmerola, Honduras, at an elevation of 2,061 ft (628 m).
How many runways does Palmerola International Airport have?
Palmerola International Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 8,064 ft / 2,458 m.
What time zone is Palmerola International Airport in?
Palmerola International Airport is in the America/Tegucigalpa time zone (UTC-06:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Palmerola International Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Palmerola International Airport is approximately 1.5° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Palmerola International Airport?
The nearest airport to Palmerola International Airport is Tamara Airport (MHTA), about 19.9 nm to the se, followed by Archaga Airport and San Luis Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Palmerola International Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.