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Panamá Pacífico International Airport

Panamá City, Panama52 ft elevation

Plan transport

IATA

BLB

Three-letter passenger code.

ICAO

MPPA

Operational aviation identifier.

Elevation

52 ft

The elevation is typical for the region.

Coordinates

8.91, -79.60

Panamá City 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.

Panamá Pacífico Airport overview

Panamá Pacífico International Airport (BLB) serves Panamá City, 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 BLB.

The airport sits at 52 feet above sea level. Its coordinates are 8.9148, -79.5996, which helps travelers compare the airport with city access points and other airports in Panama.

Nearby alternatives include Marcos A. Gelabert International Airport (PAC) and Tocumen International Airport (PTY). Compare those pages when checking backup airports, local access, or regional routing across North America.

BLB 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 BLB with nearby airport links and the Panama country guide before finalizing route choices.

Panamá Pacífico Airport unique facts

BLB fact 1

Panamá Pacífico International Airport uses IATA code BLB and ICAO code MPPA.

BLB fact 2

BLB serves Panamá City in Panama.

BLB fact 3

In this directory, it ranks #5 by estimated passenger scale among listed Panama airports.

BLB fact 4

Across North America, this airport ranks #242 in the current featured airport set.

BLB fact 5

Panamá Pacífico International Airport is classified as a small airport, based on airport type and available passenger estimates.

BLB fact 6

BLB sits 52 feet above sea level.

Panamá Pacífico Airport facilities

Panamá Pacífico Airport restaurants

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

BLB lounges

For Panamá Pacífico International Airport, lounge access usually depends on airline, alliance status, cabin, or paid-entry rules.

BLB WiFi

Use airport WiFi for maps, airline alerts, and transport bookings before leaving Panamá Pacífico Airport.

Panamá City airport parking

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

BLB accessibility

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

BLB ATMs

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

BLB currency exchange

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

BLB car rental

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

Panamá Pacífico Airport airport hotels

Airport hotels near Panamá Pacífico International Airport are useful for early departures, long layovers, and weather-sensitive connections.

BLB medical help

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

BLB charging

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

BLB business travel

Panamá Pacífico International Airport business travelers should verify lounge, workspace, and fast-track options before peak departure waves.

BLB family travel

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

Panamá Pacífico Airport transportation

BLB taxi and rideshare

Taxi or rideshare is the simplest choice at BLB when arriving late or carrying luggage into Panamá City.

BLB train or metro

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

BLB bus and coaches

Bus service is usually the best-value option for Panamá City, but confirm stop location and operating hours for early departures from BLB.

BLB driving and car rental

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

Panamá Pacífico Airport location

BLB

Panamá Pacífico International Airport

8.9148, -79.5996

Marcos A. Gelabert International Airport

8 km from BLB

Tocumen International Airport

29 km from BLB

Enrique Adolfo Jimenez Airport

57 km from BLB

Raul Arias Espinoza Airport

70 km from BLB

Panamá Pacífico Airport traveler tips

BLB tip 1

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

BLB tip 2

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

BLB tip 3

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

BLB tip 4

For photos and window views, note the field orientation around 8.91 latitude and -79.60 longitude.

BLB tip 5

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

BLB tip 6

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

Panamá Pacífico Airport FAQ

Where is Panamá Pacífico International Airport located?

Panamá Pacífico International Airport (BLB) is located in Panamá City, Panama, at coordinates 8.9148, -79.5996.

What is the IATA code for Panamá Pacífico International Airport?

The IATA code for Panamá Pacífico International Airport is BLB. Its ICAO code is MPPA.

Is Panamá Pacífico International Airport a large airport?

Panamá Pacífico International 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 BLB?

For Panamá Pacífico International 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 Panamá Pacífico International Airport?

Panamá Pacífico International Airport is 52 feet above sea level; The elevation is typical for the region..

Does Panamá Pacífico International Airport have scheduled airline service?

Panamá Pacífico International Airport is marked as having scheduled service in the current airport dataset.

What city does BLB serve?

BLB primarily serves Panamá City and the surrounding region.

Are there nearby airports to BLB?

Nearby comparison airports include Marcos A. Gelabert International Airport (PAC) and Tocumen International Airport (PTY).

What transport should I check first at BLB?

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

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