Quetzalcóatl International Airport — Nuevo Laredo, Mexico
← Looking for a different airport? Search hereThe airport code for Quetzalcóatl International Airport (Nuevo Laredo) is NLD — its ICAO code is MMNL.
Distance & flight time from NLD
Quetzalcóatl International Airport
NLD serves Quetzalcóatl International Airport in Nuevo Laredo, Tamaulipas, Mexico, situated just across the Rio Grande from Laredo, Texas. The airport plays an important role in cross-border trade and travel given Nuevo Laredo's status as one of the busiest commercial truck crossing points between Mexico and the United States. NLD offers domestic flights connecting to major Mexican cities such as Mexico City and Monterrey, serving business travelers involved in the region's manufacturing and logistics industries. Named after the Aztec feathered serpent deity, the airport reflects Mexico's broader practice of naming airports after historical and mythological figures. NLD's relatively modest passenger volume reflects Nuevo Laredo's economy being oriented more toward ground freight than air travel.
Runways at Quetzalcóatl International Airport (NLD)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14/32 | 6562 ft (2000 m) | 148 ft (45 m) | ASP |
Radio frequencies for Quetzalcóatl International Airport (NLD)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| APP | NUEVO LAREDO APP/TWR | 118.3 MHz |
Airports near Quetzalcóatl International Airport (NLD)
- Laredo International Airport (LRD) — 15.5 km (9.6 mi)
- Alice International Airport (ALI) — 155.7 km (96.7 mi)
- Piedras Negras International Airport (PDS) — 162.2 km (100.8 mi)
- Kingsville Naval Air Station (NQI) — 173.8 km (108.0 mi)
- Del Norte International Airport (NTR) — 187.6 km (116.6 mi)
- Monterrey International Airport (MTY) — 192.7 km (119.7 mi)
- McAllen Miller International Airport (MFE) — 193.3 km (120.1 mi)
- Monclova International Airport (LOV) — 195.5 km (121.5 mi)
NLD is Quetzalcóatl International Airport in Nuevo Laredo, Mexico, offering domestic flights, mainly to Mexico City. It differs from Laredo, Texas's airport (LRD) just across the border.
FAQ
What is the IATA code for Quetzalcóatl International Airport?
The IATA code for Quetzalcóatl International Airport is NLD.
What is the ICAO code for Quetzalcóatl International Airport?
The ICAO code for Quetzalcóatl International Airport is MMNL. IATA codes are 3 letters used for baggage tags and booking; ICAO codes are 4 letters used by air traffic control and pilots.