Retalhuleu Airport (MGRT)
Medium airport · Retalhuleu, Retalhuleu Department, Guatemala
Airport data
| Name | Retalhuleu Airport |
|---|---|
| ICAO | MGRT |
| IATA | RER |
| Elevation | 656 ft (200 m) above mean sea level |
| Coordinates | N 14°31'17" W 91°41'49" 14.52143, -91.69700 |
| Location | Retalhuleu, Retalhuleu Department, Guatemala |
| Scheduled service | Yes |
Runways
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/22 | 5,065 ft (1544 m) | 100 ft | ASP | No |
Retalhuleu Airport at a glance
Retalhuleu Airport is a medium airport in Retalhuleu, Retalhuleu Department, Guatemala, known to airline systems as RER. The field elevation of 656 ft (200 m) is the number every arriving pilot dials against QNH — circuit heights and initial approach altitudes at MGRT 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, 04/22, offers 5,065 ft (1544 m) of asp surface, without recorded lighting. Runway numbers give magnetic orientation: runway 04 points roughly 40° magnetic.
For the weather side of planning, the live METAR and TAF page for MGRT 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 Retalhuleu Airport
Distances are great-circle, measured from the field reference point — planning distances along airways or roads will run longer.
| Airport | Code | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Tapachula International Airport | MMTP | 78 km (42 NM) |
| San José Airport | MGSJ | 113 km (61 NM) |
| La Aurora International Airport | MGGT | 126 km (68 NM) |
| Coban Airport | MGCB | 174 km (94 NM) |
| Rubelsanto Airport | MGRB | 212 km (114 NM) |
Flight-planning notes for Retalhuleu Airport
Density altitude is the quiet performance-killer at any field: on a hot day the 656 ft field elevation of Retalhuleu 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 Retalhuleu Airport
What is the ICAO code of Retalhuleu Airport?
The ICAO identifier of Retalhuleu Airport is MGRT, and its IATA code is RER. The ICAO code is the one used in flight plans, METAR reports and aeronautical charts.
How high is Retalhuleu Airport above sea level?
Retalhuleu Airport sits at an elevation of 656 feet (200 metres) above mean sea level. Field elevation is the reference for pattern altitudes and for setting the altimeter on the ground.
Where exactly is Retalhuleu Airport located?
The airport lies at 14.5214, -91.6970 — in Retalhuleu, Retalhuleu Department, Guatemala, in the northern hemisphere. The closest listed field is Tapachula International Airport, about 78 km away.
Does MGRT publish METAR weather reports?
Where the station reports, the current METAR and TAF for MGRT 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 Retalhuleu Airport?
Retalhuleu Airport has one runway. The longest, 04/22, measures 5,065 ft (1544 m) with a ASP surface.