TUWPA-0018Small Airport

Tubualá Airport

Coetupo, Panama20 ft elevation

Plan transport

IATA

TUW

Three-letter passenger code.

ICAO

PA-0018

Operational aviation identifier.

Elevation

20 ft

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

Coordinates

8.92, -77.71

Coetupo 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.

Tubualá Airport overview

Tubualá Airport (TUW) serves Coetupo, 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 TUW.

The airport sits at 20 feet above sea level. Its coordinates are 8.9186, -77.7092, which helps travelers compare the airport with city access points and other airports in Panama.

Nearby alternatives include Mulatupo Airport (MPP) and Ustupu Airport (UTU). Compare those pages when checking backup airports, local access, or regional routing across North America.

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

Tubualá Airport unique facts

TUW fact 1

Tubualá Airport uses IATA code TUW and ICAO code PA-0018.

TUW fact 2

TUW serves Coetupo in Panama.

TUW fact 3

In this directory, it ranks #34 by estimated passenger scale among listed Panama airports.

TUW fact 4

Across North America, this airport ranks #2316 in the current featured airport set.

TUW fact 5

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

TUW fact 6

TUW sits 20 feet above sea level.

Tubualá Airport facilities

Tubualá Airport restaurants

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

TUW lounges

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

TUW WiFi

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

Coetupo airport parking

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

TUW accessibility

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

TUW ATMs

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

TUW currency exchange

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

TUW car rental

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

Tubualá Airport airport hotels

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

TUW medical help

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

TUW charging

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

TUW business travel

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

TUW family travel

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

Tubualá Airport transportation

TUW taxi and rideshare

Taxi or rideshare is the simplest choice at TUW when arriving late or carrying luggage into Coetupo.

TUW train or metro

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

TUW bus and coaches

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

TUW driving and car rental

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

Tubualá Airport location

TUW

Tubualá Airport

8.9186, -77.7092

Mulatupo Airport

4 km from TUW

Ustupu Airport

34 km from TUW

Ogobsucum Airport

35 km from TUW

Mamitupu Airport

42 km from TUW

Tubualá Airport traveler tips

TUW tip 1

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

TUW tip 2

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

TUW tip 3

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

TUW tip 4

For photos and window views, note the field orientation around 8.92 latitude and -77.71 longitude.

TUW tip 5

If flying general aviation or charter, verify operating hours, handling, and fuel availability before departure.

TUW tip 6

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

Tubualá Airport FAQ

Where is Tubualá Airport located?

Tubualá Airport (TUW) is located in Coetupo, Panama, at coordinates 8.9186, -77.7092.

What is the IATA code for Tubualá Airport?

The IATA code for Tubualá Airport is TUW. Its ICAO code is PA-0018.

Is Tubualá Airport a large airport?

Tubualá 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 TUW?

For Tubualá 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 Tubualá Airport?

Tubualá Airport is 20 feet above sea level; The airport is close to sea level, a detail travelers often notice in coastal weather and approach views..

Does Tubualá Airport have scheduled airline service?

Tubualá Airport is marked as not having scheduled service in the current airport dataset.

What city does TUW serve?

TUW primarily serves Coetupo and the surrounding region.

Are there nearby airports to TUW?

Nearby comparison airports include Mulatupo Airport (MPP) and Ustupu Airport (UTU).

What transport should I check first at TUW?

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

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Elevation

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Elevation

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Elevation

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