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Bahia Piña Airport

Puerto Piña, Panama14 ft elevation

Plan transport

IATA

BFQ

Three-letter passenger code.

ICAO

MPPI

Operational aviation identifier.

Elevation

14 ft

The airport is close to sea level, a detail travelers often notice in coastal weather and approach views.

Coordinates

7.59, -78.18

Puerto Piña map position.

Airport scale

Small Airport

The airport is easier to read than the largest hubs, but schedules can cluster around regional arrival and departure waves.

Bahia Piña Airport overview

Bahia Piña Airport (BFQ) serves Puerto Piña, Panama. It is listed as a small airport, so this guide focuses on practical location context, airport identifiers, nearby alternates, and the details travelers can verify before planning a route through BFQ.

The airport sits at 14 feet above sea level. Its coordinates are 7.5874, -78.1799, which helps travelers compare the airport with city access points and other airports in Panama.

Nearby alternatives include Jaqué Airport (JQE) and Sambú Airport (SAX). Compare those pages when checking backup airports, local access, or regional routing across North America.

BFQ planning callout

For North American airports, parking, rental-car shuttles, and rideshare pickup zones can add meaningful curb-to-gate time. For this page, compare BFQ with nearby airport links and the Panama country guide before finalizing route choices.

Bahia Piña Airport unique facts

BFQ fact 1

Bahia Piña Airport uses IATA code BFQ and ICAO code MPPI.

BFQ fact 2

BFQ serves Puerto Piña in Panama.

BFQ fact 3

In this directory, it ranks #4 by estimated passenger scale among listed Panama airports.

BFQ fact 4

Across North America, this airport ranks #205 in the current featured airport set.

BFQ fact 5

Bahia Piña Airport is classified as a small airport, based on airport type and available passenger estimates.

BFQ fact 6

BFQ sits 14 feet above sea level.

Bahia Piña Airport facilities

Bahia Piña Airport restaurants

At BFQ, check whether dining is concentrated landside or airside before settling near the gate.

BFQ lounges

For Bahia Piña Airport, lounge access usually depends on airline, alliance status, cabin, or paid-entry rules.

BFQ WiFi

Use airport WiFi for maps, airline alerts, and transport bookings before leaving Bahia Piña Airport.

Puerto Piña airport parking

For departures from Puerto Piña, compare terminal-adjacent parking with long-stay lots and shuttle timing.

BFQ accessibility

Request mobility assistance with your airline before traveling through Bahia Piña Airport; same-day help can be slower at peak times.

BFQ ATMs

ATMs are most useful for small arrival cash needs in Panama; compare fees before withdrawing large amounts.

BFQ currency exchange

Currency desks at Bahia Piña Airport are convenient after arrival, but city rates may be better for larger exchanges.

BFQ car rental

Save BFQ as your return point and follow airport rental-car signs rather than only city directions.

Bahia Piña Airport airport hotels

Airport hotels near Bahia Piña Airport are useful for early departures, long layovers, and weather-sensitive connections.

BFQ medical help

For urgent health needs at BFQ, ask airport staff for first aid or the nearest medical room.

BFQ charging

At Bahia Piña Airport, charge devices before boarding if you rely on mobile boarding passes, maps, or rideshare pickup.

BFQ business travel

Bahia Piña Airport business travelers should verify lounge, workspace, and fast-track options before peak departure waves.

BFQ family travel

Families using BFQ should confirm stroller rules, family rooms, and walking distances before security.

Bahia Piña Airport transportation

BFQ taxi and rideshare

Taxi or rideshare is the simplest choice at BFQ when arriving late or carrying luggage into Puerto Piña.

BFQ train or metro

If rail is available at Bahia Piña Airport, compare it against traffic-sensitive road transfers before choosing a taxi.

BFQ bus and coaches

Bus service is usually the best-value option for Puerto Piña, but confirm stop location and operating hours for early departures from BFQ.

BFQ driving and car rental

For rental cars, save the airport code BFQ in navigation and follow terminal-specific return signs rather than only city-center directions.

Bahia Piña Airport location

BFQ

Bahia Piña Airport

7.5874, -78.1799

Jaqué Airport

8 km from BFQ

Sambú Airport

49 km from BFQ

Garachiné Airport

57 km from BFQ

Juradó Airport

76 km from BFQ

Bahia Piña Airport traveler tips

BFQ tip 1

Check the departure board before settling in; smaller schedules can cluster around a few busy waves.

BFQ tip 2

Weather delays are usually more tied to regional systems than airport elevation.

BFQ tip 3

Confirm ground transport availability for late arrivals, especially outside the main city center.

BFQ tip 4

For photos and window views, note the field orientation around 7.59 latitude and -78.18 longitude.

BFQ tip 5

Morning departures are often smoother when you pre-book parking, rideshare, or rail tickets.

BFQ tip 6

For North American airports, parking, rental-car shuttles, and rideshare pickup zones can add meaningful curb-to-gate time.

Bahia Piña Airport FAQ

Where is Bahia Piña Airport located?

Bahia Piña Airport (BFQ) is located in Puerto Piña, Panama, at coordinates 7.5874, -78.1799.

What is the IATA code for Bahia Piña Airport?

The IATA code for Bahia Piña Airport is BFQ. Its ICAO code is MPPI.

Is Bahia Piña Airport a large airport?

Bahia Piña Airport is classified as a small airport in the OurAirports dataset and reads as a small airport in this guide. The airport is easier to read than the largest hubs, but schedules can cluster around regional arrival and departure waves.

How early should I arrive at BFQ?

For Bahia Piña Airport, arrive earlier during morning and evening departure banks. International travelers should generally plan more buffer than domestic travelers, especially if bags or document checks are involved.

What elevation is Bahia Piña Airport?

Bahia Piña Airport is 14 feet above sea level; The airport is close to sea level, a detail travelers often notice in coastal weather and approach views..

Does Bahia Piña Airport have scheduled airline service?

Bahia Piña Airport is marked as having scheduled service in the current airport dataset.

What city does BFQ serve?

BFQ primarily serves Puerto Piña and the surrounding region.

Are there nearby airports to BFQ?

Nearby comparison airports include Jaqué Airport (JQE) and Sambú Airport (SAX).

What transport should I check first at BFQ?

For North American airports, parking, rental-car shuttles, and rideshare pickup zones can add meaningful curb-to-gate time. For Bahia Piña Airport, compare fixed-link transit, official taxis, rideshare pickup, and hotel transfer options before arrival.

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