Los Chiles Airport — Los Chiles, Costa Rica

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Searching for an airport code near Los Chiles? Los Chiles Airport is identified as LSL (ICAO: MRLC).

Distance & flight time from LSL

Los Chiles Airport

LSL is Los Chiles Airport, a small airstrip serving the town of Los Chiles in northern Costa Rica near the border with Nicaragua. The airport supports limited domestic and charter flights, largely tied to the region's agriculture and to travelers heading toward the Caño Negro Wildlife Refuge, a wetland area popular for birdwatching and eco-tourism. Los Chiles itself is a low-key border town, and LSL functions more as a rural access point than a scheduled commercial hub, with infrastructure reflecting its small population and remote setting along the San Juan River. Most travelers to this part of Costa Rica arrive by road, with LSL serving occasional charter or small-aircraft traffic instead of regular airline service.

Runways at Los Chiles Airport (LSL)

RunwayLengthWidthSurface
06/244265 ft (1300 m)49 ft (15 m)ASP

Radio frequencies for Los Chiles Airport (LSL)

TypeDescriptionFrequency
RDOCOCO RDO126.8 MHz

Airports near Los Chiles Airport (LSL)

LSL is Los Chiles Airport in northern Costa Rica near the Nicaragua border. It has minimal scheduled service, mainly small charter flights, and is used chiefly for access to the Caño Negro wildlife area.

FAQ

What is the IATA code for Los Chiles Airport?

The IATA code for Los Chiles Airport is LSL.

What is the ICAO code for Los Chiles Airport?

The ICAO code for Los Chiles Airport is MRLC. IATA codes are 3 letters used for baggage tags and booking; ICAO codes are 4 letters used by air traffic control and pilots.