Toncontín International Airport, Civil and military airport in Toncontín district, Tegucigalpa, Honduras
Toncontín International Airport is a civil and military aerodrome located in the Toncontín district, approximately 6 kilometers (4 miles) south of downtown Tegucigalpa. The facility has one asphalt runway about 2,2 kilometers (1,3 miles) long, positioned at an elevation near 1.000 meters (3.300 feet).
Operations began here in 1921 when a single-engine aircraft landed on the site. The airport received its official inauguration in 1934 during the presidency of Tiburcio Carias Andino.
The facility served as a strategic asset during the 1969 Football War between Honduras and El Salvador, marking its significance in regional conflicts.
Since December 2021 international flights have moved to Comayagua International Airport, while this location continues to serve domestic routes. The passenger terminals offer standard facilities for travelers moving within the country.
The location among mountains requires pilots to perform precise steering maneuvers during approach and landing. Navigation techniques for Runway 02 direction follow special procedures to safely manage the descent into the valley.
The community of curious travelers
AroundUs brings together thousands of curated places, local tips, and hidden gems, enriched daily by 60,000 contributors worldwide.
