# AAZ — Quezaltenango Airport

> Machine-readable reference for AAZ. Single-airport scope. Re-fetch when content_generated_at changes.

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HTML page: https://airport.flights/airport/aaz
Markdown alt: https://airport.flights/airport/aaz.md
JSON: https://airport.flights/api/airport/AAZ.json (includes live arrivals + weather)
Sitemap: https://airport.flights/sitemap-airports.xml
Last refreshed: 2026-06-18T08:21:30.262+00:00

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## Identity

- Name: Quezaltenango Airport
- IATA: AAZ
- ICAO: MGQZ
- City: Quezaltenango
- Country: GT (GT)
- Timezone: America/Guatemala
- Distance from city: 3 kilometers (1.9 mi) from Quetzaltenango city center
- Runways: 1
- Terminals: 1

## Overview

Welcome Quetzaltenango’s Los Altos Airport, referred to by its code AAZ, feels more like a rural airstrip than a bustling terminal. Located just 3 kilometers from the city center of Quetzaltenango, the airport offers a private-charter style gateway to Guatemala’s western highlands. With just a handful of daily flights operated by TAG Airlines and minimal in-terminal services, it provides a crucial link that cuts what might be a 3-4 hour mountain drive into a short flight. At a glance Handling only about 30,000 passengers annually, and with just one runway, AAZ is tiny by international standards. Its operations are primarily domestic, with a single scheduled service to La Aurora International Airport (GUA) in Guatemala City. The flight itself is a brief 30–40-minute hop but offers spectacular views of the highlands and nearby volcanoes, a view overland travelers rarely see. Terminals & layout The Main Terminal at AAZ is minimalistic, devoid of restaurants, shops, or lounges. With one gate, passengers experience a streamlined boarding process, which frequent travelers liken more to a private charter strip than a commercial terminal. Keep in mind that there are no ATMs, so financial a…

## Terminals (1)

- **Main Terminal** — airlines: TAG Airlines
    URL: https://airport.flights/airport/aaz/terminals/main

## Ground transport (4)

- **Hotel shuttle** — Prebooked transfers
    URL: https://airport.flights/airport/aaz/transport/hotel-shuttle
- **Private transfer** — Regional door-to-door service
    URL: https://airport.flights/airport/aaz/transport/private-transfer
- **Rental car** — Alamo city office near airport
    URL: https://airport.flights/airport/aaz/transport/rental-car
- **Taxi** — City center transfers · About 5–10 min airport–center by car (3 km distance)[6]
    URL: https://airport.flights/airport/aaz/transport/taxi

## Insider tips

- _Avoid_: Do not expect food, shops, or ATMs in the terminal; stock up on snacks and withdraw cash in the city beforehand.
- _Time_: Use AAZ primarily as a time-saver versus the bus; the flight to GUA takes about 30–40 minutes compared to a 3–4 hour drive.
- _Quiet_: With only around 30,000 annual passengers, AAZ can feel like a private terminal, especially during boarding or baggage claim.
- _Local_: Visit the Xelapan bakery for a pre-flight snack; it's a popular spot among locals and travelers alike.
- _Weather_: Keep an eye on weather conditions, which can affect flights; always have a road travel backup for time-sensitive trips.
- _Insider_: Pre-book transport; taxis and Ubers may not be available immediately upon arrival.
- _Time_: Arrive about an hour before your flight—check-in and security are speedy due to the small scale of operations.

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## Live data

Live arrivals, departures, and weather are not in this static reference. Fetch:
- https://airport.flights/api/airport/AAZ.json — JSON with current live boards + weather (12h cache)
- https://airport.flights/airport/aaz/arrivals — HTML page with live arrivals
- https://airport.flights/airport/aaz/departures — HTML page with live departures