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The State of
OAXACA
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is one of the most visited of the country due to the magnificent pre-hispanic archeological sites such as the world renowned Monte Alban (right).
Other attractions include the festival of the Guelaguetza, in which visitors can witness a whole host of indigenous peoples taking part in dances and showing off their traditional costumes.
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Its airports are ...
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BAHIAS DE HUATULCO ---- HUX ---- Bahías de Huatulco |
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The Bays of
HUATULCO
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is a beautiful place where you can relax by the water, whether it be in the hotel swimming pool or one of the many bays that form this natural wonder, or, the more adventurous may try their hand at one of the many sporting activities on offer. There are also archeological sites nearby.
The place was planned, like Cancun, as a tourist development by the federal and local governments in conjunction with the National Tourism Fund (Fonatur).
The location doesn't have much history, but success yes. All visitors are well looked after and can really enjoy a unique atmosphere in a spectacular setting.
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Airport info: 52-(01)-(958)-
GENERAL DATA
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LOCATION |
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Long.: 96° 15' W // Lat.: 15° 46' N |
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DISTANCE FROM CITY |
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18 kms |
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CATEGORY |
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Sixth |
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CLASSIFICATION |
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International |
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TYPE |
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Tourist |
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SURFACE AREA |
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513.3 hectares |
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ELEVATION ABOVE SEA LEVEL |
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142.5 metres |
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COMMERCIAL AERONAUTICAL ZONE
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NUMBER OF RUNWAYS |
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1 |
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PRINCIPAL RUNWAY |
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2,700 x 45 metres |
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SECONDARY RUNWAY |
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N/A |
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TYPE OF COVERING |
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Asphalt |
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TERMINAL ZONE |
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CAPACITY (Pass. x Hour) |
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310 |
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TOTAL AREA |
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OAXACA ---- OAX ---- Xoxocotlan |
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The state capital:
OAXACA.de Juárez
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For visiting the most famous archeological sites of the region: Mitla, Yagul and Monte Alban, many hotels in Oaxaca City offer tours and public transport is available if you prefer to go it alone.
In the evenings, try one of the local dishes on offer at the "portales," pictured left, in the city's main square: el Zocalo.
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Airport info: 52-(01)-(951)-511-5036 // 511-5088
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GENERAL DATA |
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LOCATION |
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Long.: 96 ° 43' W // Lat.: 16° 59' N |
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DISTANCE FROM CITY |
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8 kms |
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CATEGORY |
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Fifth |
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CLASSIFICATION |
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International |
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TYPE |
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Regional |
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SURFACE AREA |
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415.17 hectares |
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ELEVATION ABOVE SEA LEVEL |
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1,528 metres |
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COMMERCIAL AERONAUTICAL ZONE
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NUMBER OF RUNWAYS |
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1 |
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PRINCIPAL RUNWAY |
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2,450 x 45 metres |
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SECONDARY RUNWAY |
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N/A |
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TYPE OF COVERING |
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Asphalt |
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TERMINAL ZONE |
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CAPACITY (Pass. x Hour) |
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311 |
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TOTAL AREA |
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PUERTO ESCONDIDO ---- PXM ---- Puerto Escondido |
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PTO. ESCONDIDO
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or "the hidden port," is famous among the surfing community. Waves are strong and good for the sport of spectacular runs on and inside the waves.
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Last Updated: June 2008
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Airport Photgraphic Gallery: Courtesy of ASA
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The International Airport of Puerto Escondido is part of the ASA Airport Network; offers services between 07:00 & 19:00 hours and the largest aircraft it receives is the B-727-200. |
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Airport info: 52-(01)-(954)-
GENERAL DATA
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LOCATION |
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Long.: 97 ° 05' W // Lat.: 15° 52' N |
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DISTANCE FROM CITY |
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3 kms |
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CATEGORY |
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Fifth |
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CLASSIFICATION |
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National |
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TYPE |
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Tourist |
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SURFACE AREA |
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125.9 hectares |
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ELEVATION ABOVE SEA LEVEL |
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64 metres |
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COMMERCIAL AERONAUTICAL ZONE
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NUMBER OF RUNWAYS |
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1 |
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PRINCIPAL RUNWAY |
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2,300 x 45 metres |
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SECONDARY RUNWAY |
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N/A |
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TYPE OF COVERING |
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Asphalt |
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TERMINAL ZONE |
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CAPACITY (Pass. x Hour) |
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159 |
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TOTAL AREA |
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