General Francisco Javier Mina International Airport — Ciudad Madero, Mexico
← Looking for a different airport? Search hereThe airport code for General Francisco Javier Mina International Airport (Ciudad Madero) is TAM — its ICAO code is MMTM.
Distance & flight time from TAM
General Francisco Javier Mina International Airport
General Francisco Javier Mina International Airport serves Tampico, a port city on Mexico's Gulf Coast in Tamaulipas state. Known by its IATA code TAM, the airport handles domestic flights to major Mexican cities including Mexico City and Monterrey, alongside limited international connections. It supports the region's oil, petrochemical, and shipping industries, ferrying business travelers to and from the Tampico-Madero-Altamira metropolitan area. The airport is named after a notable Mexican aviator and features a single terminal equipped for narrow-body jet operations. Beyond commerce, Tampico attracts visitors interested in its colonial architecture, beaches along the Gulf, and proximity to the Pánuco River, making TAM a functional gateway for both industry and regional tourism.
Runways at General Francisco Javier Mina International Airport (TAM)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface |
|---|---|---|---|
| 09/27 | 3937 ft (1200 m) | 98 ft (30 m) | ASP |
| 14/32 | 8366 ft (2550 m) | 148 ft (45 m) | ASP |
| 18/36 | 4265 ft (1300 m) | 98 ft (30 m) | ASP |
Radio frequencies for General Francisco Javier Mina International Airport (TAM)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| APP | TAMPICO APP | 120.3 MHz |
| TWR | TAMPICO TWR | 118.3 MHz |
Airports near General Francisco Javier Mina International Airport (TAM)
- General Pedro Jose Mendez International Airport (CVM) — 192.5 km (119.6 mi)
- El Tajín National Airport (PAZ) — 192.6 km (119.7 mi)
- Querétaro Intercontinental Airport (QRO) — 303.7 km (188.7 mi)
- Felipe Ángeles International Airport (NLU) — 307.4 km (191.0 mi)
- Ponciano Arriaga International Airport (SLP) — 315.8 km (196.2 mi)
- El Lencero Airport (JAL) — 332.4 km (206.5 mi)
- Mexico City Benito Juárez International Airport (MEX) — 341.4 km (212.1 mi)
- Hermanos Serdán International Airport (PBC) — 352.4 km (219.0 mi)
Explore TAM, Tampico's General Francisco Javier Mina International Airport in Tamaulipas, Mexico, covering domestic routes, Gulf Coast industry connections, and travel access to this port city.
FAQ
What is the IATA code for General Francisco Javier Mina International Airport?
The IATA code for General Francisco Javier Mina International Airport is TAM.
What is the ICAO code for General Francisco Javier Mina International Airport?
The ICAO code for General Francisco Javier Mina International Airport is MMTM. IATA codes are 3 letters used for baggage tags and booking; ICAO codes are 4 letters used by air traffic control and pilots.