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Punta Colorada Airport (PCO/MMPL) is a small general-aviation airstrip serving La Ribera and the East Cape of Baja California Sur, Mexico. Located near the Sea of Cortez between La Paz and Cabo San Lucas, it is used mainly by private and charter aircraft visiting nearby fishing, diving, and resort areas such as Cabo Pulmo. The field has a single paved runway and limited infrastructure, with no scheduled airline service.
💡 Local Tip
Frequent visitors time arrivals for the morning: afternoon winds off the Sea of Cortez can make the approach and runway conditions choppier, and morning departures also leave more buffer for the drive to Cabo Pulmo or Los Cabos.
🚖 Getting There
There is no public transportation at the airport, so prearrange a rental car, taxi, or hotel shuttle; many lodges in La Ribera and Cabo Pulmo offer pickup with advance notice. Driving from Los Cabos International (SJD) takes roughly 1.5–2 hours, while La Paz (LAP) is about 2–2.5 hours. Roads are generally paved but can be dark and have wandering livestock, so avoid nighttime driving when possible.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Are there scheduled flights to Punta Colorada Airport?
A: No. PCO is a small general-aviation airport with no scheduled commercial airline service; most travelers arrive via Los Cabos International (SJD) or La Paz International (LAP) and continue by road.
Q: How far is the airport from La Ribera and Cabo Pulmo?
A: The airport sits just outside La Ribera, typically a 5–10 minute drive to town. Cabo Pulmo National Park is roughly 20–30 minutes south by car.
Q: Can international flights clear customs at PCO?
A: Not as a standard port of entry. International arrivals usually need prior coordination and must clear customs/immigration at a larger airport such as SJD or LAP before continuing.
Q: What services are available at the airport?
A: Expect basic general-aviation facilities only—tie-down/parking and a simple runway environment. Fuel, maintenance, and passenger services should be arranged in advance or obtained at larger nearby airports.
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