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Bocas del Toro "Isla Colón" International Airport

Isla Colón, Panama10 ft elevation

Plan transport

IATA

BOC

Three-letter passenger code.

ICAO

MPBO

Operational aviation identifier.

Elevation

10 ft

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

Coordinates

9.34, -82.25

Isla Colón map position.

Airport scale

Regional Airport

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

Bocas del Toro "Isla Colón" Airport overview

Bocas del Toro "Isla Colón" International Airport (BOC) serves Isla Colón, Panama. It is listed as a regional airport, so this guide focuses on practical location context, airport identifiers, nearby alternates, and the details travelers can verify before planning a route through BOC.

The airport sits at 10 feet above sea level. Its coordinates are 9.3408, -82.2508, which helps travelers compare the airport with city access points and other airports in Panama.

Nearby alternatives include Changuinola Captain Manuel Niño International Airport (CHX) and San Vito de Java Airport (TOO). Compare those pages when checking backup airports, local access, or regional routing across North America.

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

Bocas del Toro "Isla Colón" Airport unique facts

BOC fact 1

Bocas del Toro "Isla Colón" International Airport uses IATA code BOC and ICAO code MPBO.

BOC fact 2

BOC serves Isla Colón in Panama.

BOC fact 3

In this directory, it ranks #6 by estimated passenger scale among listed Panama airports.

BOC fact 4

Across North America, this airport ranks #263 in the current featured airport set.

BOC fact 5

Bocas del Toro "Isla Colón" International Airport is classified as a regional airport, based on airport type and available passenger estimates.

BOC fact 6

BOC sits 10 feet above sea level.

Bocas del Toro "Isla Colón" Airport facilities

Bocas del Toro "Isla Colón" Airport restaurants

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

BOC lounges

For Bocas del Toro "Isla Colón" International Airport, lounge access usually depends on airline, alliance status, cabin, or paid-entry rules.

BOC WiFi

Use airport WiFi for maps, airline alerts, and transport bookings before leaving Bocas del Toro "Isla Colón" Airport.

Isla Colón airport parking

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

BOC accessibility

Request mobility assistance with your airline before traveling through Bocas del Toro "Isla Colón" International Airport; same-day help can be slower at peak times.

BOC ATMs

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

BOC currency exchange

Currency desks at Bocas del Toro "Isla Colón" Airport are convenient after arrival, but city rates may be better for larger exchanges.

BOC car rental

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

Bocas del Toro "Isla Colón" Airport airport hotels

Airport hotels near Bocas del Toro "Isla Colón" International Airport are useful for early departures, long layovers, and weather-sensitive connections.

BOC medical help

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

BOC charging

At Bocas del Toro "Isla Colón" Airport, charge devices before boarding if you rely on mobile boarding passes, maps, or rideshare pickup.

BOC business travel

Bocas del Toro "Isla Colón" International Airport business travelers should verify lounge, workspace, and fast-track options before peak departure waves.

BOC family travel

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

Bocas del Toro "Isla Colón" Airport transportation

BOC taxi and rideshare

Taxi or rideshare is the simplest choice at BOC when arriving late or carrying luggage into Isla Colón.

BOC train or metro

If rail is available at Bocas del Toro "Isla Colón" International Airport, compare it against traffic-sensitive road transfers before choosing a taxi.

BOC bus and coaches

Bus service is usually the best-value option for Isla Colón, but confirm stop location and operating hours for early departures from BOC.

BOC driving and car rental

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

Bocas del Toro "Isla Colón" Airport location

BOC

Bocas del Toro "Isla Colón" International Airport

9.3408, -82.2508

Changuinola Captain Manuel Niño International Airport

32 km from BOC

San Vito de Java Airport

96 km from BOC

Enrique Malek International Airport

108 km from BOC

Limón International Airport

109 km from BOC

Bocas del Toro "Isla Colón" Airport traveler tips

BOC tip 1

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

BOC tip 2

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

BOC tip 3

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

BOC tip 4

For photos and window views, note the field orientation around 9.34 latitude and -82.25 longitude.

BOC tip 5

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

BOC tip 6

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

Bocas del Toro "Isla Colón" Airport FAQ

Where is Bocas del Toro "Isla Colón" International Airport located?

Bocas del Toro "Isla Colón" International Airport (BOC) is located in Isla Colón, Panama, at coordinates 9.3408, -82.2508.

What is the IATA code for Bocas del Toro "Isla Colón" International Airport?

The IATA code for Bocas del Toro "Isla Colón" International Airport is BOC. Its ICAO code is MPBO.

Is Bocas del Toro "Isla Colón" International Airport a large airport?

Bocas del Toro "Isla Colón" International Airport is classified as a medium airport in the OurAirports dataset and reads as a regional 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 BOC?

For Bocas del Toro "Isla Colón" 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 Bocas del Toro "Isla Colón" International Airport?

Bocas del Toro "Isla Colón" International Airport is 10 feet above sea level; The airport is close to sea level, a detail travelers often notice in coastal weather and approach views..

Does Bocas del Toro "Isla Colón" International Airport have scheduled airline service?

Bocas del Toro "Isla Colón" International Airport is marked as having scheduled service in the current airport dataset.

What city does BOC serve?

BOC primarily serves Isla Colón and the surrounding region.

Are there nearby airports to BOC?

Nearby comparison airports include Changuinola Captain Manuel Niño International Airport (CHX) and San Vito de Java Airport (TOO).

What transport should I check first at BOC?

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

Bocas del Toro "Isla Colón" Airport related airports

CHX

Changuinola Captain Manuel Niño International Airport

Changuinola, Panama

Type

Medium Airport

Elevation

19 ft

North AmericaGuide

CTD

Alonso Valderrama Airport

Chitré, Panama

Type

Medium Airport

Elevation

33 ft

North AmericaGuide

DAV

Enrique Malek International Airport

David, Panama

Type

Medium Airport

Elevation

89 ft

North AmericaGuide

ONX

Enrique Adolfo Jimenez Airport

Colón, Panama

Type

Medium Airport

Elevation

25 ft

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