Amado Nervo National Airport — Tepic, Mexico
← Looking for a different airport? Search hereAmado Nervo National Airport in Tepic uses the IATA code TPQ, with MMEP as its ICAO identifier.
Distance & flight time from TPQ
Amado Nervo National Airport
Amado Nervo National Airport serves Tepic, the capital of Nayarit state on Mexico's Pacific coast region. TPQ is named after Amado Nervo, a celebrated Mexican poet and diplomat born in Tepic, reflecting the city's pride in its literary heritage. The airport handles domestic flights connecting Tepic to major Mexican cities, supporting both business travel and tourism to nearby coastal destinations like Nuevo Vallarta and San Blas. Tepic itself sits in a fertile agricultural valley near the extinct Sanganguey volcano, and the airport serves as a practical alternative to the more congested Puerto Vallarta airport for travelers focused on Nayarit's inland and northern coastal areas.
Runways at Amado Nervo National Airport (TPQ)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface |
|---|---|---|---|
| 02/20 | 10171 ft (3100 m) | 148 ft (45 m) | ASP |
Radio frequencies for Amado Nervo National Airport (TPQ)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| TWR | TWR | 118.8 MHz |
Airports near Amado Nervo National Airport (TPQ)
- Puerto Vallarta International Airport (PVR) — 92.7 km (57.6 mi)
- Guadalajara International Airport (GDL) — 187.8 km (116.7 mi)
- General Rafael Buelna International Airport (MZT) — 242.8 km (150.9 mi)
- Playa de Oro International Airport (ZLO) — 254.7 km (158.3 mi)
- Aguascalientes International Airport (AGU) — 262.9 km (163.4 mi)
- Licenciado Miguel de la Madrid International Airport (CLQ) — 272.4 km (169.3 mi)
- General Leobardo C. Ruiz International Airport (ZCL) — 276.0 km (171.5 mi)
- General Guadalupe Victoria International Airport (DGO) — 302.6 km (188.0 mi)
TPQ (Amado Nervo National Airport) serves Tepic, Nayarit, Mexico, named after the poet Amado Nervo, offering domestic connections and access to Pacific coast destinations.
FAQ
What is the IATA code for Amado Nervo National Airport?
The IATA code for Amado Nervo National Airport is TPQ.
What is the ICAO code for Amado Nervo National Airport?
The ICAO code for Amado Nervo National Airport is MMEP. IATA codes are 3 letters used for baggage tags and booking; ICAO codes are 4 letters used by air traffic control and pilots.