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Amado Nervo National Airport (TPQ)

Tepic, Mexico · medium airport · 21.420° -104.843° ·
Airport Information
IATA CodeTPQ
ICAO CodeMMEP
Typemedium airport
NameAmado Nervo National Airport
MunicipalityTepic
CountryMexico
ContinentNA
Latitude21.420° N
Longitude-104.843° W
Elevation3020 ft
Climate ZoneTropical
Scheduled ServiceYes
Score750
Local TimeLoading...
Country & Timezone Info
CountryMexico
ISO Code
RegionTepic
Continent CodeNA
IANA TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
UTC Offset (Standard)UTC-6
DST OffsetUTC-5
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 TPQ

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

🌡 Climate — Tropical (21.4°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

Amado Nervo National Airport (TPQ/MMEP) serves Tepic, the capital of Nayarit, Mexico, and is named after the poet and diplomat Amado Nervo, a Tepic native. Located southeast of central Tepic, it handles domestic flights in a compact, easy-to-navigate terminal. It is a convenient gateway to San Blas, the Nayarit Riviera, and the Sierra de San Juan.

💡 Local Tip
Because TPQ is small and flights are infrequent, arrive at least 90 minutes before departure and eat or buy snacks in Tepic beforehand—food and drink options after security are very limited.
🚖 Getting There

Authorized taxis and ride-hailing apps are the main ways to reach Tepic and nearby towns; confirm the fare or use the official taxi stand before leaving. There is no direct airport bus to downtown, though local buses run along the nearby highway. Rental car options are limited at the terminal, so arrange a vehicle in Tepic in advance if you need one.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What airlines fly to TPQ?
A: Domestic carriers such as Aeroméxico Connect and Volaris have served Tepic with flights to Mexico City and Tijuana, but schedules and operators change, so verify current service before booking.

Q: How far is the airport from downtown Tepic?
A: It is roughly 10–15 km southeast of the city center, typically a 15–25 minute drive depending on traffic.

Q: Are there international flights?
A: TPQ is a national airport; scheduled service is primarily domestic, though it can accommodate general aviation and occasional charter flights.

Q: What facilities are available at the airport?
A: Expect a small terminal with basic waiting areas, limited food and drink options, taxi service, and few shops. ATMs and dining may be limited, so plan accordingly.

AI-generated content · Generated Sep 29, 2026 · deepseek-v4.1-flash

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