San Salvador International Airport
Daylight today(Aug 29, 2026, local time)
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About San Salvador International Airport
San Salvador Airport, also known as Cockburn Town Airport, is an airport in San Salvador, Bahamas.
Summary from Wikipedia licensed under CC BY-SA.
San Salvador International Airport has no reporting station; showing the nearest: MYNN.
Live weather
MYNNNOTAMs
MYNNReference 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10 / 28 | 8,000 ft / 2,438 m | 150 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (2)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| RDO | NASSAU RDO | 124.600 MHz |
| UNIC | UNICOM | 122.800 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Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date.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 22% of observations, averaging 8 kt.
| Month | VFR / MVFR / IFR / LIFR | % VFR | Median DA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 90% | 696 ft | |
| Feb | 90% | 758 ft | |
| Mar | 90% | 857 ft | |
| Apr | 89% | 1,045 ft | |
| May | 85% | 1,258 ft | |
| Jun | 89% | 1,409 ft | |
| Jul | 89% | 1,483 ft | |
| Aug | 89% | 1,545 ft | |
| Sep | 91% | 1,557 ft | |
| Oct | 90% | 1,418 ft | |
| Nov | 92% | 1,131 ft | |
| Dec | 89% | 835 ft |
VFR MVFR IFR LIFR· density altitude ranges ~696–1,557 ft through the year· Source: NWS/IEM ASOS archive.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from San Salvador International Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for San Salvador International Airport?
The ICAO code for San Salvador International Airport is MYSM, and its IATA code is ZSA.
Where is San Salvador International Airport located?
San Salvador International Airport is large airport located in San Salvador, Bahamas, at an elevation of 24 ft (7 m).
How many runways does San Salvador International Airport have?
San Salvador International Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 8,000 ft / 2,438 m.
Which airlines fly to San Salvador International Airport?
Airlines historically serving San Salvador International Airport include Aeroper, Air Canada, Bahamasair, Spirit Airlines (based on OpenFlights route data, which may be out of date).
How many destinations are served from San Salvador International Airport?
Historical data lists 3 nonstop destinations from San Salvador International Airport. Always check current schedules.
What time zone is San Salvador International Airport in?
San Salvador International Airport is in the America/Nassau time zone (UTC-04:00).
What is the magnetic variation at San Salvador International Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at San Salvador International Airport is approximately 10.3° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near San Salvador International Airport?
The nearest airport to San Salvador International Airport is Rum Cay International Airport (RCY), about 28.5 nm to the sw, followed by Stella Maris Airport and Cape Santa Maria Airstrip.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. San Salvador International Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.