Baracoa Airport — Magangué, Colombia
← Looking for a different airport? Search hereThe airport code for Baracoa Airport (Magangué) is MGN — its ICAO code is SKMG.
Distance & flight time from MGN
Baracoa Airport
Baracoa Airport (MGN) serves Magangué, a river port city in Colombia's Bolívar department situated along the Magdalena River, one of the country's most important inland waterways. Despite sharing a name reminiscent of the Cuban town of Baracoa, this airport is entirely distinct, providing domestic air links for a city whose economy centers on river trade, fishing, and cattle ranching. MGN offers an alternative to lengthy river or road travel through Colombia's interior, connecting Magangué to Bogotá and other national centers. The airport's relatively small scale mirrors Magangué's status as a regional rather than national commercial hub, though it remains vital given the challenging overland terrain of the Magdalena River basin.
Runways at Baracoa Airport (MGN)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11/29 | 4921 ft (1500 m) | 70 ft (21 m) | ASP |
Radio frequencies for Baracoa Airport (MGN)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| RDO | MAGANGUE RDO | 348.8 MHz |
| TWR | TWR | 118.7 MHz |
Airports near Baracoa Airport (MGN)
- Las Brujas Airport (CZU) — 48.5 km (30.1 mi)
- Coveñas Airport (CVE) — 93.6 km (58.2 mi)
- Las Flores Airport (ELB) — 99.3 km (61.7 mi)
- Los Garzones Airport (MTR) — 119.2 km (74.1 mi)
- Rafael Nuñez International Airport (CTG) — 148.0 km (92.0 mi)
- Juan H White Airport (CAQ) — 151.4 km (94.1 mi)
- Ernesto Cortissoz International Airport (BAQ) — 178.6 km (111.0 mi)
- El Bagre Airport (EBG) — 187.8 km (116.7 mi)
MGN is Baracoa Airport serving Magangué, Colombia, not to be confused with Baracoa, Cuba; searches often seek clarification on the airport's actual Colombian location.
FAQ
What is the IATA code for Baracoa Airport?
The IATA code for Baracoa Airport is MGN.
What is the ICAO code for Baracoa Airport?
The ICAO code for Baracoa Airport is SKMG. IATA codes are 3 letters used for baggage tags and booking; ICAO codes are 4 letters used by air traffic control and pilots.