Bluefields Airport — Bluefields, Nicaragua
← Looking for a different airport? Search hereBluefields Airport in Bluefields uses the IATA code BEF, with MNBL as its ICAO identifier.
Distance & flight time from BEF
Bluefields Airport
Nicaragua's Caribbean coast is served by Bluefields Airport, coded BEF, in the city of Bluefields. Elevation is a low 20 feet, with one runway connecting Bluefields to Managua and other Nicaraguan cities. Given the limited road infrastructure linking this coast to the rest of the country, BEF plays a meaningful role in regional transport, particularly for residents and businesses along this stretch of coastline. Aviation records for BEF mostly note its low elevation and single runway, typical of smaller Central American coastal airfields serving communities with few overland options.
Runways at Bluefields Airport (BEF)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface |
|---|---|---|---|
| 05/23 | 6625 ft (2019 m) | 98 ft (30 m) | ASP |
Radio frequencies for Bluefields Airport (BEF)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| TWR | TWR | 118.5 MHz |
Airports near Bluefields Airport (BEF)
- Barra del Colorado Airport (BCL) — 137.5 km (85.4 mi)
- Los Chiles Airport (LSL) — 147.0 km (91.3 mi)
- Upala Airport (UPL) — 182.4 km (113.3 mi)
- La Fortuna Arenal Airport (FON) — 190.6 km (118.4 mi)
- Guapiles Airport (GPL) — 197.3 km (122.6 mi)
- Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO) — 227.1 km (141.1 mi)
- Tobías Bolaños International Airport (SYQ) — 229.7 km (142.7 mi)
- Puerto Cabezas Airport (PUZ) — 232.5 km (144.5 mi)
Travelers heading to Nicaragua's Caribbean coast search BEF to check flights through Bluefields Airport whenever road access proves impractical. Others stack it up against Bilwi, further north along the same stretch of coastline, before booking.
FAQ
What is the IATA code for Bluefields Airport?
The IATA code for Bluefields Airport is BEF.
What is the ICAO code for Bluefields Airport?
The ICAO code for Bluefields Airport is MNBL. IATA codes are 3 letters used for baggage tags and booking; ICAO codes are 4 letters used by air traffic control and pilots.