Home › Guatemala › Quiché Airport (AQB)
AQB · MGQC · Quiché Airport

Quiché Airport (AQB)

Santa Cruz del Quiché, Guatemala · small airport · 15.012° -91.151° ·
Airport Information
IATA CodeAQB
ICAO CodeMGQC
Typesmall airport
NameQuiché Airport
MunicipalitySanta Cruz del Quiché
CountryGuatemala
ContinentNA
Latitude15.012° N
Longitude-91.151° W
Elevation6631 ft
Climate ZoneTropical
Scheduled ServiceYes
Score50
Local TimeLoading...
Country & Timezone Info
CountryGuatemala
ISO Code
RegionSanta Cruz del Quiché
Continent CodeNA
IANA TimezoneAmerica/Guatemala
UTC Offset (Standard)UTC-6
DST OffsetUTC-6
Current Offset--

🌬 Best Time to Fly

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

✈ Airlines Serving AQB

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

🌡 Climate — Tropical (15.0°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

Quiché Airport (AQB/MGQC) is a small airstrip serving Santa Cruz del Quiché in Guatemala's western highlands. It primarily supports general aviation, charter, and emergency flights rather than scheduled commercial service. Its location provides quick access to the Quiché region and nearby Mayan communities, though most international travelers arrive via Guatemala City.

💡 Local Tip
Schedule departures for early morning when possible; highland winds and afternoon thunderstorms often build later in the day, and small airstrips like AQB typically operate under visual flight rules.
🚖 Getting There

The airport has no regular bus or rail link, so pre-arrange a taxi or private shuttle from Santa Cruz del Quiché. If driving, use the main roads from town and allow extra time during the rainy season. Confirm your pickup with a hotel or charter operator, as ride-hailing may be unreliable in the area.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What airlines fly to Quiché Airport?
A: There are no regular commercial airlines based at AQB; it mainly handles general aviation, charter, and emergency flights. Most travelers connect through Guatemala City (GUA) or other regional airports.

Q: How far is the airport from Santa Cruz del Quiché?
A: It is just outside Santa Cruz del Quiché, usually a short drive of a few minutes to the town center, depending on local roads and traffic.

Q: Are there taxis or buses at the airport?
A: No, the airport is small and has limited ground transport. Arrange a taxi, shuttle, or private transfer in advance.

Q: What facilities are available at AQB?
A: Expect only basic facilities; there may be no shops, lounges, or rental car desks. Bring essentials and confirm services with your operator.
AI-generated content · Generated Oct 1, 2026 · deepseek-v4.1-flash

🗺 Location Map

🌏 Nearby Airports (Top 5)

IATANameCity / CountryDistance (km)Distance (mi)Link
AAZ Quezaltenango Airport Quezaltenango, Guatemala 41.1 km 25.6 mi View →
HUG Huehuetenango Airport Huehuetenango, Guatemala 51.0 km 31.7 mi View →
RER Retalhuleu Airport Retalhuleu, Guatemala 80.2 km 49.8 mi View →
GUA La Aurora International Airport Guatemala City, Guatemala 82.3 km 51.1 mi View →
CTF Coatepeque Airport Coatepeque, Guatemala 86.2 km 53.6 mi View →

🔧 Quick Tools

🔟 Distance Calculator
From AQB
📍 Nearest Airport
Near this location
🕒 Timezone Lookup
America/Guatemala
🌎 Map with Airport
View on map
← Back to World Airport Database