Retalhuleu Airport — Retalhuleu, Guatemala
← Looking for a different airport? Search hereRetalhuleu Airport in Retalhuleu uses the IATA code RER, with MGRT as its ICAO identifier.
Distance & flight time from RER
Retalhuleu Airport
Retalhuleu Airport serves the city of Retalhuleu in southwestern Guatemala, in a lowland agricultural region known for sugar cane and palm oil production near the Pacific coast. RER primarily handles domestic flights and general aviation, along with some charter traffic connecting to Guatemala City. The airport also has historical significance tied to Central American aviation and military history, as the area around Retalhuleu was used for training activities in past decades. Today RER functions mainly as a small regional airfield supporting local commerce and occasional tourism traffic headed toward the Pacific coast beaches and nearby cultural sites in Guatemala's western lowlands.
Runways at Retalhuleu Airport (RER)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface |
|---|---|---|---|
| 04/22 | 5065 ft (1544 m) | 100 ft (30 m) | ASP |
Radio frequencies for Retalhuleu Airport (RER)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| TWR | TWR | 118.8 MHz |
Airports near Retalhuleu Airport (RER)
- Tapachula International Airport (TAP) — 78.5 km (48.8 mi)
- San José Airport (GSJ) — 113.4 km (70.5 mi)
- La Aurora International Airport (GUA) — 126.1 km (78.4 mi)
- Coban Airport (CBV) — 174.1 km (108.2 mi)
- Rubelsanto Airport (RUV) — 211.6 km (131.5 mi)
- Angel Albino Corzo International Airport (TGZ) — 267.8 km (166.4 mi)
- Ilopango International Airport (ILS) — 292.6 km (181.8 mi)
- El Salvador International Airport Saint Óscar Arnulfo Romero y Galdámez (SAL) — 309.1 km (192.1 mi)
RER is Retalhuleu Airport in southwestern Guatemala's Pacific lowlands. Searchers typically want domestic flight options from Guatemala City or information on reaching the Retalhuleu region and coast.
FAQ
What is the IATA code for Retalhuleu Airport?
The IATA code for Retalhuleu Airport is RER.
What is the ICAO code for Retalhuleu Airport?
The ICAO code for Retalhuleu Airport is MGRT. IATA codes are 3 letters used for baggage tags and booking; ICAO codes are 4 letters used by air traffic control and pilots.