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San Isidro del General Airport (IPZ)

Pérez Zeledón, Costa Rica · small airport · 9.349° -83.712° ·
Airport Information
IATA CodeIPZ
ICAO CodeMRSI
Typesmall airport
NameSan Isidro del General Airport
MunicipalityPérez Zeledón
CountryCosta Rica
ContinentNA
Latitude9.349° N
Longitude-83.712° W
Elevation2100 ft
Climate ZoneTropical
Scheduled ServiceYes
Score50
Local TimeLoading...
Country & Timezone Info
CountryCosta Rica
ISO Code
RegionPérez Zeledón
Continent CodeNA
IANA TimezoneAmerica/Costa_Rica
UTC Offset (Standard)UTC-6
DST OffsetUTC-6
Current Offset--

🌬 Best Time to Fly

Recommended: December – April
Dry season, avoids hurricane months (Jun–Nov)
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Dry: Dec–AprWet: May–Nov

✈ Airlines Serving IPZ

AA — American AirlinesDL — Delta Air LinesUA — United AirlinesWN — Southwest AirlinesAS — Alaska AirlinesB6 — JetBlueAC — Air Canada

🌡 Climate — Tropical (9.3°N)

Jan
30°
22°
Feb
30°
22°
Mar
31°
22°
Apr
31°
23°
May
31°
23°
Jun
31°
23°
Jul
30°
22°
Aug
30°
22°
Sep
30°
22°
Oct
30°
22°
Nov
30°
22°
Dec
30°
22°
* Approximate average temperatures by month based on tropical latitude zone

✨ AI-Enhanced Insights

San Isidro del General Airport (IPZ/MRSI) is a small domestic airfield serving Pérez Zeledón and the southern Pacific region of Costa Rica. Located just outside San Isidro de El General, it primarily handles general aviation, charter, and occasional domestic flights. Its position makes it a convenient gateway for travelers heading to Chirripó National Park, the Savegre Valley, or coastal towns like Dominical and Uvita.

💡 Local Tip
Ask your pilot or local handler about weather windows: afternoon winds and rain are common in the rainy season, so morning flights are usually smoother and more reliable.
🚖 Getting There

The airport is close to San Isidro de El General, so a taxi or pre-arranged shuttle is the easiest way to reach town. If you're driving, follow local signs from the Interamericana (Route 2); parking is basic. For onward travel to Dominical, Uvita, or Chirripó, arrange a private transfer or rental car in advance, as public bus connections from the airport are not reliable.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What airlines serve IPZ?
A: Scheduled service is limited; the airport mainly supports charter, private, and air-taxi flights. Check with local operators for current domestic connections.

Q: How far is the airport from San Isidro de El General?
A: It is just a short drive from the town center, typically about 5–10 minutes by car or taxi.

Q: Are there car rentals or taxis at the airport?
A: Taxis are usually available or can be arranged; rental cars are best reserved in town or in advance.

Q: What is the airport code?
A: IATA code IPZ, ICAO code MRSI.
AI-generated content · Generated Oct 1, 2026 · deepseek-v4.1-flash

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