Palmerola International Airport / José Enrique Soto Cano Air Base

Airport Airport

IATA Code
XPL
ICAO Code
MHPR
Airport Type
Medium Airport
Class
Unknown

Palmerola International Airport (José Enrique Soto Cano Air Base) is a joint civil‑military airport near Comayagua, Honduras, intended to serve the Tegucigalpa region as an alternative to Toncontín. It operates civilian passenger services alongside military activity and has been developed in recent years to handle larger aircraft than the old mountain airport.

The layout combines a modern civilian terminal area with military facilities; it serves domestic and select international routes and is intended to improve access to central Honduras.

Palmerola International Airport / José Enrique Soto Cano Air Base
Elevation: 628 m
14.3824, -87.6212

Terminal Guide for Palmerola International Airport / José Enrique Soto Cano Air Base #

Civilian operations use a single modern passenger terminal with standard check‑in, security and arrivals processing. As a joint facility, parts of the site are military controlled - follow signage and staff instructions when moving landside or airside.

Getting to and From Palmerola International Airport / José Enrique Soto Cano Air Base #

Ground transport is by road; the airport is near Comayagua and a drive from Tegucigalpa.

  • Taxi/private transfer: Taxis and shuttle services connect the airport with Comayagua and Tegucigalpa; journey times vary with traffic and route.
  • Bus/shuttle: Private shuttle operators and some bus services run between the airport and Tegucigalpa/Comayagua - schedules are limited so prebook where possible.
  • Car hire: Available through local agents; useful if you need flexible onward travel.

Facilities, Shopping, and Dining at Palmerola International Airport / José Enrique Soto Cano Air Base #

The civilian terminal has basic passenger amenities: cafés, a few shops and passenger seating areas. As a recently upgraded facility, expect more modern check‑in and security than older regional airfields.

  • Lounges: No large international lounge network is guaranteed; check with your airline for premium access.
  • Wi‑Fi/charging: Public Wi‑Fi and charging points are generally available in the main terminal.
  • Accessibility: Accessibility services are available, but request assistance via your airline before arrival.

Hotels and Layovers at Palmerola International Airport / José Enrique Soto Cano Air Base #

There are no major on‑site airport hotels. Accommodation options are in Comayagua and Tegucigalpa; several hotels in Comayagua offer airport shuttles. For short daytime layovers consider booking a hotel in Comayagua for convenience.

Tips for Palmerola International Airport / José Enrique Soto Cano Air Base #

  • If travelling to Tegucigalpa, plan for a road transfer of roughly 1-1.5 hours - traffic and road conditions affect timings.
  • The airport is a joint military‑civil facility; carry ID and follow local instructions at security checkpoints.
  • Taxis and shared shuttles are the normal ways to reach Comayagua and Tegucigalpa - confirm fares beforehand.

Weather & Climate near Palmerola International Airport / José Enrique Soto Cano Air Base #

Climate

Palmerola International Airport / José Enrique Soto Cano Air Base's climate is classified as Tropical Savanna - Tropical Savanna climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. Temperatures range from 15°C to 34°C. Abundant rainfall (1155 mm/year), wettest in June with a pronounced dry season.

Air Quality: AQI 66 Moderate
Best Time to Visit
JanuaryFebruaryDecember
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
38°
Warmest Month
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is mild with highs of 29°C and lows of 15°C. The driest month with just 9 mm and partly cloudy skies.

91 Ideal

Comfort

22°
Feels Like Mild
22°C
Temperature
15° 29°
77%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

9 mm
Rainfall
2.1 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.6
UV Index
Very High
11.3h daylight

February

February is mild with highs of 31°C and lows of 15°C. Light rainfall.

91 Ideal

Comfort

23°
Feels Like Mild
23°C
Temperature
15° 31°
69%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

18 mm
Rainfall
2.1 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.0
UV Index
Extreme
11.6h daylight

March

March is warm with highs of 33°C and lows of 16°C. Light rainfall.

83 Excellent

Comfort

25°
Feels Like Warm
25°C
Temperature
16° 33°
62%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

25 mm
Rainfall
2.1 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.4
UV Index
Extreme
11.9h daylight

April

April is warm with highs of 34°C and lows of 18°C. Moderate rainfall (40 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

79 Very Good

Comfort

26°
Feels Like Warm
26°C
Temperature
18° 34°
60%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

40 mm
Rainfall
2.0 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.3
UV Index
Extreme
12.3h daylight

May

May is the warmest month with highs of 33°C and lows of 19°C. Significant rainfall (125 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

61 Good

Comfort

26°
Feels Like Warm
26°C
Temperature
19° 33°
69%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

125 mm
Rainfall
1.6 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.2
UV Index
Extreme
12.7h daylight

June

June is warm with highs of 31°C and lows of 19°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (206 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

57 Acceptable

Comfort

25°
Feels Like Warm
25°C
Temperature
19° 31°
81%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

206 mm
Rainfall
1.4 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.2
UV Index
Extreme
12.8h daylight

July

July is warm with highs of 31°C and lows of 19°C. Significant rainfall (129 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

73 Very Good

Comfort

25°
Feels Like Warm
25°C
Temperature
19° 31°
80%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

129 mm
Rainfall
1.6 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.3
UV Index
Extreme
12.8h daylight

August

August is warm with highs of 31°C and lows of 19°C. Significant rainfall (165 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

63 Good

Comfort

25°
Feels Like Warm
25°C
Temperature
19° 31°
79%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

165 mm
Rainfall
1.4 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.4
UV Index
Extreme
12.5h daylight

September

September is warm with highs of 30°C and lows of 19°C. Heavy rain (203 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

69 Good

Comfort

25°
Feels Like Warm
25°C
Temperature
19° 30°
82%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

203 mm
Rainfall
1.2 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.2
UV Index
Extreme
12.1h daylight

October

October is mild with highs of 30°C and lows of 18°C. Significant rainfall (167 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

67 Good

Comfort

24°
Feels Like Mild
24°C
Temperature
18° 30°
86%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

167 mm
Rainfall
1.3 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.9
UV Index
Very High
11.7h daylight

November

November is mild with highs of 29°C and lows of 17°C. Moderate rainfall (49 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

81 Excellent

Comfort

23°
Feels Like Mild
23°C
Temperature
17° 29°
85%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

49 mm
Rainfall
1.6 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.6
UV Index
Very High
11.3h daylight

December

December is mild with highs of 29°C and lows of 16°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.

85 Excellent

Comfort

23°
Feels Like Mild
23°C
Temperature
16° 29°
82%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

19 mm
Rainfall
1.8 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.5
UV Index
Very High
11.2h daylight

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