La Aurora International Airport (MGGT)
Large airport · Guatemala City, Guatemala Department, Guatemala
Airport data
| Name | La Aurora International Airport |
|---|---|
| ICAO | MGGT |
| IATA | GUA |
| Elevation | 4,952 ft (1509 m) above mean sea level |
| Coordinates | N 14°34'58" W 90°31'39" 14.58290, -90.52751 |
| Location | Guatemala City, Guatemala Department, Guatemala |
| Scheduled service | Yes |
Runways
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/20 | 9,800 ft (2987 m) | 196 ft | ASP | Yes |
La Aurora International Airport at a glance
La Aurora International Airport is a large airport in Guatemala City, Guatemala Department, Guatemala, known to airline systems as GUA. The field elevation of 4,952 ft (1509 m) is the number every arriving pilot dials against QNH — circuit heights and initial approach altitudes at MGGT 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, 02/20, offers 9,800 ft (2987 m) of asp surface, with runway lighting for night operations. Runway numbers give magnetic orientation: runway 02 points roughly 20° magnetic.
For the weather side of planning, the live METAR and TAF page for MGGT 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 Aurora 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 José Airport | MGSJ | 79 km (43 NM) |
| Coban Airport | MGCB | 99 km (53 NM) |
| Retalhuleu Airport | MGRT | 126 km (68 NM) |
| Rubelsanto Airport | MGRB | 157 km (85 NM) |
| Ilopango International Airport | MSSS | 181 km (98 NM) |
Flight-planning notes for La Aurora International Airport
Density altitude is the quiet performance-killer at any field: on a hot day the 4,952 ft field elevation of La Aurora 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 7 airports and airfields we list for Guatemala — 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 Aurora International Airport
What is the ICAO code of La Aurora International Airport?
The ICAO identifier of La Aurora International Airport is MGGT, and its IATA code is GUA. The ICAO code is the one used in flight plans, METAR reports and aeronautical charts.
How high is La Aurora International Airport above sea level?
La Aurora International Airport sits at an elevation of 4,952 feet (1509 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 Aurora International Airport located?
The airport lies at 14.5829, -90.5275 — in Guatemala City, Guatemala Department, Guatemala, in the northern hemisphere. The closest listed field is San José Airport, about 79 km away.
Does MGGT publish METAR weather reports?
Where the station reports, the current METAR and TAF for MGGT 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 Aurora International Airport?
La Aurora International Airport has one runway. The longest, 02/20, measures 9,800 ft (2987 m) with a ASP surface.