Changuinola Captain Manuel Niño International Airport
CHX / MPCH
Changuinola Captain Manuel Niño International Airport is a small regional international airport serving Changuinola and nearby areas in western Panama. It operates a single passenger terminal handling domestic and limited international traffic.
Terminal Guide for Changuinola Captain Manuel Niño International Airport #
The airport uses one terminal building with straightforward check-in and arrivals areas. Facilities are modest and designed for short regional flights rather than extensive international services.
Getting to and From Changuinola Captain Manuel Niño International Airport #
Taxis and private transfers connect the airport to Changuinola town and surrounding communities; local buses serve nearby routes but may not run to flight times. Travel to the town centre is typically a short drive.
Facilities, Shopping, and Dining at Changuinola Captain Manuel Niño International Airport #
Expect limited on-site services: a small café or kiosk, basic seating and restrooms, and possibly a car-rental desk. Wi‑Fi and charging points may be inconsistent; accessibility assistance should be requested through the airline before travel.
Tips for Changuinola Captain Manuel Niño International Airport #
- If crossing the border from Costa Rica or Panama by land, confirm onward transport in Changuinola ahead of arrival.
- Local taxis are the most common way into town; agree a fare before starting the trip.
Weather & Climate near Changuinola Captain Manuel Niño International Airport #
Changuinola Captain Manuel Niño International Airport's climate is classified as Tropical Rainforest - Tropical Rainforest climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. Temperatures range from 22°C to 31°C. Heavy rainfall (3212 mm/year), wettest in July.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Very Good | 22° - 29° | 25° | 196 mm | partly cloudy | 85% | 3.1 m/s | 1.8 very high | 11.5h |
| February | Very Good | 22° - 30° | 26° | 160 mm | partly cloudy | 82% | 3.3 m/s | 2.1 extreme | 11.7h |
| March | Very Good | 22° - 31° | 27° | 144 mm | partly cloudy | 81% | 3.2 m/s | 2.2 extreme | 12.0h |
| April | Acceptable | 23° - 31° | 30° | 202 mm | overcast | 82% | 2.9 m/s | 2.1 extreme | 12.2h |
| May | Acceptable | 23° - 31° | 31° | 264 mm | overcast | 86% | 2.3 m/s | 2.0 very high | 12.4h |
| June | Good | 23° - 30° | 27° | 319 mm | overcast | 88% | 2.0 m/s | 1.9 very high | 12.5h |
| July | Acceptable | 23° - 30° | 27° | 357 mm | overcast | 89% | 2.1 m/s | 1.7 very high | 12.5h |
| August | Good | 23° - 30° | 27° | 344 mm | overcast | 88% | 2.1 m/s | 1.9 very high | 12.3h |
| September | Good | 22° - 30° | 26° | 296 mm | overcast | 86% | 2.0 m/s | 2.0 extreme | 12.1h |
| October | Good | 22° - 30° | 26° | 284 mm | overcast | 87% | 2.0 m/s | 1.9 very high | 11.8h |
| November | Good | 22° - 30° | 26° | 336 mm | overcast | 88% | 2.2 m/s | 1.6 very high | 11.6h |
| December | Good | 22° - 29° | 26° | 310 mm | overcast | 87% | 2.5 m/s | 1.6 very high | 11.5h |
