La Isabela International Airport (MDJB)
Medium airport · La Isabela, Distrito Nacional, Dominican Republic
Airport data
| Name | La Isabela International Airport |
|---|---|
| ICAO | MDJB |
| IATA | JBQ |
| Elevation | 98 ft (30 m) above mean sea level |
| Coordinates | N 18°34'21" W 69°59'8" 18.57250, -69.98560 |
| Location | La Isabela, Distrito Nacional, Dominican Republic |
| Scheduled service | Yes |
Runways
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01/19 | 5,412 ft (1650 m) | 100 ft | ASP | Yes |
La Isabela International Airport at a glance
La Isabela International Airport is a medium airport in La Isabela, Distrito Nacional, Dominican Republic, known to airline systems as JBQ. The field elevation of 98 ft (30 m) is the number every arriving pilot dials against QNH — circuit heights and initial approach altitudes at MDJB are all figured from it. The airport handles scheduled commercial service, so expect controlled procedures, published approaches and commercial traffic in the pattern.
The single runway, 01/19, offers 5,412 ft (1650 m) of asp surface, with runway lighting for night operations. Runway numbers give magnetic orientation: runway 01 points roughly 10° magnetic.
For the weather side of planning, the live METAR and TAF page for MDJB shows the current observation decoded line by line — wind on an instrument dial, visibility, cloud layers and the resulting flight rules — refreshed continuously from official sources.
Nearest airports to La Isabela International Airport
Distances are great-circle, measured from the field reference point — planning distances along airways or roads will run longer.
| Airport | Code | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| San Isidro Air Base | MDSI | 25 km (14 NM) |
| Las Américas International Airport | MDSD | 37 km (20 NM) |
| Samaná El Catey International Airport | MDCY | 82 km (44 NM) |
| Cibao International Airport | MDST | 113 km (61 NM) |
| Casa De Campo International Airport | MDLR | 114 km (62 NM) |
Flight-planning notes for La Isabela International Airport
Density altitude is the quiet performance-killer at any field: on a hot day the 98 ft field elevation of La Isabela International Airport can translate into a substantially higher density altitude, stretching take-off rolls and flattening climb rates — run the numbers rather than trusting the feel of a standard day. Expect published instrument procedures, controlled airspace and clearance requirements; slots and handling may apply to general aviation traffic.
This entry is one of 10 airports and airfields we list for Dominican Republic — the country index on the airports hub links the rest. Coordinates above are given in both DMS and decimal degrees so they can go straight into a GPS, a flight planner or a chart plot without conversion.
Where this data comes from
The reference layer behind this page builds on the OurAirports dataset — a public-domain, community-maintained register of the world's airports that many flight planners and apps rely on — with equity records preserved from documented historical listings where the dataset is silent. Figures are carried as published: elevations as surveyed, coordinates as filed, runway dimensions as recorded. Nothing is estimated to fill a gap, and the whole layer regenerates from source on every site build, so corrections upstream arrive here automatically.
Frequently asked questions about La Isabela International Airport
What is the ICAO code of La Isabela International Airport?
The ICAO identifier of La Isabela International Airport is MDJB, and its IATA code is JBQ. The ICAO code is the one used in flight plans, METAR reports and aeronautical charts.
How high is La Isabela International Airport above sea level?
La Isabela International Airport sits at an elevation of 98 feet (30 metres) above mean sea level. Field elevation is the reference for pattern altitudes and for setting the altimeter on the ground.
Where exactly is La Isabela International Airport located?
The airport lies at 18.5725, -69.9856 — in La Isabela, Distrito Nacional, Dominican Republic, in the northern hemisphere. The closest listed field is San Isidro Air Base, about 25 km away.
Does MDJB publish METAR weather reports?
Where the station reports, the current METAR and TAF for MDJB appear on its live weather page on this site, refreshed continuously from the US NWS Aviation Weather Center feed.
How long is the runway at La Isabela International Airport?
La Isabela International Airport has one runway. The longest, 01/19, measures 5,412 ft (1650 m) with a ASP surface.