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🇨🇷 Tambor Airport

Nicoya, CR-P, CR 33 ft America/Costa_Rica
Updated Feb 19, 2026

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Tambor Airport (IATA: TMU, ICAO: MRTR) serves Nicoya, CR.

Traveler sentiment at Tambor Airport (MRTR/TMU) in Nicoya, CR, appears to be mixed, leaning towards satisfactory for initial processes like getting to the airport and check-in, but with clear areas for improvement in terminal facilities and amenities. The airport is primarily for domestic travel, serving popular tourist destinations in the Nicoya Peninsula. Overall, it receives an average rating of 79% satisfaction.

What Travelers Love
  • Ease of Access: Travelers generally find it easy to get to the airport, with an 89% satisfaction rating for this aspect.
  • Efficient Check-in: The check-in process at Tambor Airport is rated highly, with 87% traveler satisfaction.
  • Convenient Parking: Tambor Airport (TMU) offers safe and secure long-term parking options for those driving themselves.
  • Direct Domestic Flights: The airport exclusively handles domestic flights, which can mean a less bustling experience compared to international terminals.
Common Complaints
  • Limited Terminal Facilities & Amenities: Reviews indicate significant dissatisfaction with the terminal facilities (57% satisfaction) and food and retail services (45% satisfaction).
  • Poor Wi-Fi and Lounge Options: Wi-Fi and lounge facilities are rated very low at 20% satisfaction, suggesting these are either non-existent or inadequate.
  • Security Check Concerns: The security check process receives a moderate satisfaction rating of 60%, with one source indicating potential wait times of around 30 minutes. However, real-time updates for security lines are often unavailable.
  • Immigration/Customs Experience: Immigration/customs is rated poorly at 20% satisfaction, suggesting a potentially less-than-smooth experience.
  • Baggage Claim Issues: Baggage claim has a 60% satisfaction rating, indicating some travelers may experience issues or delays.

Tambor Airport generally serves its purpose as a gateway to the Nicoya Peninsula with relatively smooth arrival and check-in procedures. However, travelers should anticipate a very basic airport experience with limited amenities, and prepare for potential inefficiencies at security, immigration, and baggage claim.

AirportRoutes · updated Feb 19, 2026

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Where is Tambor Airport located?

Tambor Airport is located in Nicoya, CR, at an elevation of 33 ft. Its IATA code is TMU and ICAO code is MRTR.