Manuel Márquez de León International Airport (LAP)

La Paz, MX 🇲🇽 Medium Airport Scheduled Service

ICAO

MMLP

IATA

LAP

Elevation

69 ft

Region

MX-BCS

Local Time

Airport Information

GPS Code: MMLP

Local Code: Not available

Location: 24.072701° N, -110.362° E

Continent: North America

Type: Medium Airport

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Online Reviews Summary

Travelers generally view Manuel Márquez de León International Airport (MMLP (LAP)) in La Paz, MX, as a small, uncomplicated, and easy-to-navigate airport. Overall sentiment indicates high satisfaction with cleanliness, safety, and efficient processing times, despite its modest size. The airport has seen a significant increase in passenger traffic, particularly international travelers, in recent years.

What Travelers Love

Ease of Navigation and Efficiency: The airport is often described as uncomplicated and easy to navigate due to its compact, single-terminal layout. Travelers frequently report short check-in, security, and customs wait times, contributing to a smooth experience.
Cleanliness and Safety: Reviewers consistently praise the airport's cleanliness and sense of safety, even during nighttime hours. Security personnel are noted as unobtrusive, and the general atmosphere is perceived as helpful.
Transportation Options: A variety of convenient transportation options are available, including official airport taxis, shared shuttles (colectivos), private transfers, and major car rental agencies, making it easy to reach La Paz city center or other destinations.
Essential Amenities: Despite its size, the airport provides essential services such as restaurants, snack bars (some operating 24/7 with decent prices), duty-free shopping, ATMs, currency exchange, and free Wi-Fi. The VIP Lounge La Paz offers premium food, beverages, and a comfortable waiting area.

Common Complaints

Limited Post-Security Amenities: A common observation is that most food and amenities, including baggage storage and "sleep capsule" options, are located before the customs area.
Small Size: While contributing to ease of navigation, the airport's small size means fewer extensive facilities and dining options compared to larger international hubs.

Manuel Márquez de León International Airport is a well-regarded regional airport providing an efficient and pleasant travel experience for those visiting La Paz and the Baja California Sur region. Its strengths lie in its user-friendly design, good operational efficiency, and range of ground transportation choices.

Last updated: 3 weeks ago

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Airport Routes

Manuel Márquez de León International Airport (LAP) offers 24 flight routes operated by 6 airlines. Major carriers include Volaris, VivaAerobus, AeroMéxico and others. Popular destinations from La Paz include Lic. Benito Juarez Int'l, Mexico City Santa Lucía Airport, General Abelardo L. Rodriguez Int'l, Don Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla Int'l and Los Angeles Intl.

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Top Routes (by observations)

Newly Discovered

Lic. Benito Juarez Int'l (MEX) new
Federal de Bachigualato Int'l (CUL) new
General Abelardo L. Rodriguez Int'l (TIJ) new
Don Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla Int'l (GDL) new
Los Angeles Intl (LAX) new
Mexico City Santa Lucía Airport (NLU) new
General Mariano Escobedo Int'l (MTY) new
Oakland Intl (OAK) new
Scottsdale (SCF) new
McClellan-Palomar (CLD) new
Brown Fld Muni (SDM) new
San Diego Intl (SAN) new

Popular Flight Routes

24 routes indexed for Manuel Márquez de León International Airport. Route data is updated based on demand — track this airport to get regular updates on existing and new routes. Sign up free to track this airport.

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Destination	IATA	City	Aircraft Type	Airline	Details
General Abelardo L. Rodriguez Int'l	`TIJ`	Tijuana	A320	Volaris	223 flights · 720 mi
Lic. Benito Juarez Int'l	`MEX`	Mexico City	B39M	AeroMéxico	155 flights · 856 mi
Don Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla Int'l	`GDL`	Guadalajara	A320	Volaris	96 flights · 546 mi
Don Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla Int'l	`GDL`	Guadalajara	A320	VivaAerobus	78 flights · 545 mi
Lic. Benito Juarez Int'l	`MEX`	Mexico City	A320	Volaris	77 flights · 817 mi
Mexico City Santa Lucía Airport	`NLU`	Santa Lucía	A320	VivaAerobus	64 flights · 796 mi
General Abelardo L. Rodriguez Int'l	`TIJ`	Tijuana	A321	VivaAerobus	54 flights · 720 mi
Federal de Bachigualato Int'l	`CUL`	Culiacan	A320	VivaAerobus	49 flights · 188 mi
Los Angeles Intl	`LAX`	Los Angeles	E170	SkyWest	48 flights · 885 mi
Mexico City Santa Lucía Airport	`NLU`	Santa Lucía	A20N	Volaris	33 flights · 805 mi
Brown Fld Muni	`SDM`	San Diego	TBM9	UNKNOWN	6 flights · 726 mi
General Mariano Escobedo Int'l	`MTY`	Monterrey	A320	VivaAerobus	5 flights · 657 mi
San Diego Intl	`SAN`	San Diego	E55P	UNKNOWN	5 flights · 729 mi
McClellan-Palomar	`CLD`	Carlsbad	C25B	UNKNOWN	3 flights · 754 mi
Lic. Benito Juarez Int'l	`MEX`	Mexico City	E190	Aeroméxico Connect	2 flights · 793 mi
Abraham Gonzalez Int'l	`CJS`	Ciudad Juarez	C56X	UNKNOWN	1 flight · 576 mi
Oakland Intl	`OAK`	Oakland	C25B	UNKNOWN	1 flight · 1175 mi
Phoenix-Mesa Gateway	`AZA`	Phoenix	B350	Airnorterra	1 flight · 654 mi
Cabo San Lucas Int'l	`—`	Cabo San Lucas	E55P	UNKNOWN	1 flight · 82 mi
San Antonio Intl	`SAT`	San Antonio	B350	Airnorterra	1 flight · 1118 mi
El Paso Intl	`ELP`	El Paso	C68A	UNKNOWN	1 flight · 629 mi
Scottsdale	`SCF`	Scottsdale	E55P	UNKNOWN	1 flight · 667 mi
Calexico Intl	`CXL`	Calexico	SF50	UNKNOWN	1 flight · 678 mi
Lic. Adolfo Lopez Mateos Int'l	`TLC`	Toluca	C56X	UNKNOWN	1 flight · 767 mi

Top Airlines

Operating at Manuel Márquez de León International Airport

Airlines by Flight Activity

Based on observed flight operations and route network

Airline	Routes	Flights	Destinations	Last Activity
Volaris `VOI` / `Y4`	4	429	4	May 9, 2026
VivaAerobus `VIV` / `VB`	5	250	5	May 9, 2026
AeroMéxico `AMX` / `AM`	1	155	1	May 9, 2026
SkyWest `SKW` / `OO`	1	48	1	May 9, 2026
Aeroméxico Connect `SLI` / `5D`	1	2	1	Mar 17, 2026
Airnorterra `ANX`	2	2	2	Oct 9, 2025

Showing top 6 airlines by flight activity. Data includes observed departures and route networks from this airport.

For Pilots

Designation	Length	Width	Surface	Status
`18/36`	8202 ft	148 ft	CON	Active Lighted

Type	Description	Frequency
APP	LA PAZ APP	`120.6 MHz`
ATIS	ATIS	`127.9 MHz`
TWR	LA PAZ TWR	`118.1 MHz`

Ident	Name	Type	Frequency
`LAP`	La Paz	VOR-DME	`112300 kHz`
`LAP`	La Paz	NDB	`300 kHz`

Ground Transportation

Last updated: Nov 21, 2025

Taxis

Authorized airport taxis and shared-ride shuttles (colectivos) are the primary options. To ensure a fixed, official rate, passengers should purchase a pre-paid voucher from one of the designated kiosks inside the arrivals terminal before exiting. This is the most common and recommended method for getting a taxi.

Rental Cars

Several major car rental agencies operate directly from the airport, with service counters located in the arrivals hall. Companies include Hertz, Avis, Alamo, National, and Europcar. It is highly recommended to book a vehicle in advance, especially during peak season, to secure availability and better rates.

Public Transportation

There is no direct public bus service connecting the airport to the city of La Paz. The main forms of transport are taxis, shared shuttles, or rental cars. While ride-sharing apps may operate in the area, their ability to pick up directly at the terminal can be unreliable due to local regulations.

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Distances are approximate and calculated as straight-line distances.

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