Bocas del Toro International Airport (BOC)

Isla Colón, PA 🇵🇦 Medium Airport Scheduled Service

ICAO

MPBO

IATA

BOC

Elevation

10 ft

Region

PA-1

Local Time

Airport Information

GPS Code: MPBO

Local Code: Not available

Location: 9.34085° N, -82.250801° E

Continent: NA

Type: Medium Airport

Keywords: Jose Ezequiel Hall

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What Travelers Say

AI-Generated Summary Based on web research

Traveler sentiment regarding Bocas del Toro International Airport (BOC) is generally mixed, leaning towards an appreciation for its laid-back island charm despite its basic facilities. Many travelers find the experience efficient and friendly, while some highlight frustrations with specific personnel and limited amenities.

What Travelers Love

Relaxed Atmosphere: Many praise the airport's "island vibes", with one reviewer even mentioning impromptu guitar playing and singing while waiting for baggage, contributing to a unique and friendly atmosphere.
Friendly Customs Staff: Customs and aduana staff are frequently described as laid-back and friendly.
Convenient Location: The airport's proximity to downtown Bocas is a major advantage, allowing travelers to literally walk across the runway to their destination.
Unique Security: The use of police dogs for luggage sniffing instead of traditional scanners is noted as an interesting and effective security measure.
Generally Quick Processing: While variable, average security wait times are around 10 minutes and immigration around 6 minutes, contributing to an easy overall experience for many.

Common Complaints

Unfriendly Security Personnel: Several travelers reported incredibly unfriendly women at the security check, with strictness leading to the confiscation of items like hot sauce. Some describe security for domestic flights as "ridiculous."
Limited Facilities and Amenities: The airport is a small, one-room terminal with a limited duty-free shop offering only basic items like drinks, sweets, and phone cables.
Cleanliness Issues: While some found the check-in bathrooms clean, cleanliness in other restrooms and surrounding areas has been noted as an issue.
External Travel Disruptions: Recent civil unrest in Bocas del Toro Province (as of June 2025) has led to travel advisories and temporary airport closures in Changuinola, impacting essential supply chains and the ability to travel to and from the Bocas del Toro islands.

Overall, Bocas del Toro International Airport offers a distinctive, no-frills island arrival and departure experience. While most travelers appreciate its efficiency and proximity to town, be prepared for a very basic terminal and potentially strict, albeit unique, security checks.

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This summary is automatically generated by AI based on web research of traveler reviews and experiences. AI-generated content may not always be 100% accurate.

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Top Airlines

Operating at Bocas del Toro International Airport

Airlines by Flight Activity

Based on observed flight operations and route network

Airline	Routes	Flights	Destinations	Last Activity
Air Panama `PST` / `7P`	1	37	1	Dec 11, 2025
Fly 748 `IHO` / `FE`	1	16	1	Dec 11, 2025
SANSA Airlines `LRS` / `RZ`	2	14	2	Dec 11, 2025
Aero Aviation Centre `AAD`	1	3	1	Jul 24, 2025

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For Pilots

Designation	Length	Width	Surface	Status
`08/26`	4921 ft	85 ft	ASP	Active

Type	Description	Frequency
ACC	PANAMA CON	`133.0 MHz`
FSS	PANAMA RDO	`135.2 MHz`
RDO	RDO	`123.7 MHz`

Ident	Name	Type	Frequency
`BDT`	Bocas Del Toro	VOR-DME	`114900 kHz`

Ground Transportation

Last updated: Nov 21, 2025

Taxis

Taxis are the most common and convenient option. They are readily available directly outside the airport terminal. The ride to most hotels and water taxi docks in Bocas Town is very short (1-5 minutes) and typically costs a few US dollars ($2-3) per person.

Rental Cars

There are no traditional car rental agencies at Bocas del Toro airport. Instead, visitors can rent ATVs (quads), golf carts, scooters, or bicycles from various rental shops located in the main Bocas Town area, which is a short taxi ride from the airport. A standard car is generally not needed on the island.

Public Transportation

There is no formal public bus or shuttle service that stops directly at the airport terminal. The main forms of public transit are local buses (colectivos) and the extensive water taxi network. To access either, you must first take a short taxi ride or walk into Bocas Town to reach the bus stops or water taxi docks.

Distances are approximate and calculated as straight-line distances.