Puerto Cabezas Airport — Puerto Cabezas, Nicaragua
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Distance & flight time from PUZ
Puerto Cabezas Airport
Puerto Cabezas Airport, coded PUZ, serves the city of Puerto Cabezas (also called Bilwi) on Nicaragua's Caribbean coast, the main urban center of the North Caribbean Coast Autonomous Region. The airport connects this historically isolated Miskito Coast region, distinct in culture and language from Nicaragua's Pacific side, to Managua and other domestic destinations. PUZ has held strategic importance historically, including reported use during covert operations in the 1980s Contra conflict, though today it functions as a routine domestic airport supporting trade, fishing industries, and travel for the Miskito and Creole communities along this stretch of coastline.
Runways at Puerto Cabezas Airport (PUZ)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface |
|---|---|---|---|
| 09/27 | 8130 ft (2478 m) | 167 ft (51 m) | ASP |
Radio frequencies for Puerto Cabezas Airport (PUZ)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| TWR | TWR | 118 MHz |
Airports near Puerto Cabezas Airport (PUZ)
- El Embrujo Airport (PVA) — 232.2 km (144.3 mi)
- Bluefields Airport (BEF) — 232.5 km (144.5 mi)
- Gustavo Rojas Pinilla International Airport (ADZ) — 243.6 km (151.4 mi)
- Trujillo Airport (TJI) — 344.7 km (214.2 mi)
- Los Chiles Airport (LSL) — 364.2 km (226.3 mi)
- Barra del Colorado Airport (BCL) — 365.2 km (226.9 mi)
- Augusto C. Sandino (Managua) International Airport (MGA) — 368.3 km (228.9 mi)
- La Laguna Airport (GJA) — 379.7 km (235.9 mi)
PUZ is Puerto Cabezas Airport serving Bilwi on Nicaragua's Caribbean coast; searchers typically want Managua flight schedules to this culturally distinct autonomous region.
FAQ
What is the IATA code for Puerto Cabezas Airport?
The IATA code for Puerto Cabezas Airport is PUZ.
What is the ICAO code for Puerto Cabezas Airport?
The ICAO code for Puerto Cabezas Airport is MNPC. IATA codes are 3 letters used for baggage tags and booking; ICAO codes are 4 letters used by air traffic control and pilots.