LAP - Manuel Márquez de León International Airport
La Paz, Mexico
IATA Code: LAP · La Paz, Mexico
The airport code LAP is the IATA identifier for Manuel Márquez de León International Airport. You may also find it referred to as La Paz Airport (LAP).
Manuel Márquez de León International Airport (LAP) serves La Paz, Mexico, in the Latin America fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
LAP is the IATA airport code for Manuel Márquez de León International Airport, located in La Paz, Mexico. The airport is situated at coordinates 24.0727°N, 110.3620°W. The current jet fuel price in the Latin America region is $5.31/gallon as of 2026-05-16.
Current Jet Fuel Price (Latin America)
$5.31/gallon
⚠️ Global Fuel Price Surge 2026: Prices affected by 108%
Airport Information
- IATA Code
- LAP
- City
- La Paz
- Country
- Mexico
- Timezone
- America/Mazatlan
- Latitude
- 24.0727°
- Longitude
- -110.3620°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- Latin America
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from LAP
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| SJD - San Jose Del Cabo | 121 km | $1,799 | $4/passenger |
| CUA - Ciudad Constitución | 167 km | $2,483 | $5/passenger |
| LMM - Los Mochis | 221 km | $3,286 | $7/passenger |
| LTO - Loreto | 235 km | $3,494 | $7/passenger |
| CUL - Culiacan | 302 km | $4,490 | $9/passenger |
| CEN - Ciudad Obregon | 373 km | $5,546 | $11/passenger |
| MZT - Mazatlan | 429 km | $6,378 | $13/passenger |
| GYM - Guaymas | 437 km | $6,497 | $13/passenger |
| HMO - Hermosillo | 563 km | $8,371 | $17/passenger |
| GUB - Guerrero Negro | 572 km | $8,504 | $17/passenger |
| DGO - Durango | 592 km | $8,802 | $18/passenger |
| TPQ - Tepic | 638 km | $9,486 | $19/passenger |
| PVR - Puerto Vallarta | 647 km | $9,620 | $19/passenger |
| CUU - Chihuahua | 676 km | $10,051 | $20/passenger |
| TRC - Torreon | 721 km | $10,720 | $21/passenger |
| NCG - Nuevo Casas Grandes | 745 km | $11,077 | $22/passenger |
| ZCL - Zacatecas | 793 km | $11,790 | $24/passenger |
| NOG - Nogales | 798 km | $11,865 | $24/passenger |
| ZLO - Manzanillo | 812 km | $12,073 | $24/passenger |
| DGL - Douglas | 813 km | $12,088 | $24/passenger |
| OLS - Nogales | 818 km | $12,162 | $24/passenger |
| GDL - Guadalajara | 826 km | $12,281 | $25/passenger |
| DUG - Douglas | 826 km | $12,281 | $25/passenger |
| FHU - Fort Huachuca | 836 km | $12,430 | $25/passenger |
| PPE - Punta Penasco | 860 km | $12,786 | $26/passenger |
| AGU - Aguascalientes | 865 km | $12,861 | $26/passenger |
| SFH - San Filipe | 879 km | $13,069 | $26/passenger |
| CLQ - Colima | 881 km | $13,099 | $26/passenger |
| TUS - Tucson | 896 km | $13,322 | $27/passenger |
| DMA - Tucson | 901 km | $13,396 | $27/passenger |
| CJS - Ciudad Juarez | 925 km | $13,753 | $28/passenger |
| AVW - Tucson | 931 km | $13,842 | $28/passenger |
| MRF - Marfa | 940 km | $13,976 | $28/passenger |
| MZJ - Marana | 943 km | $14,021 | $28/passenger |
| ELP - El Paso | 945 km | $14,050 | $28/passenger |
| ZMM - Zamora | 946 km | $14,065 | $28/passenger |
| DMN - Deming | 947 km | $14,080 | $28/passenger |
| LOV - Monclova | 948 km | $14,095 | $28/passenger |
| BIF - El Paso | 949 km | $14,110 | $28/passenger |
| ALE - Alpine | 963 km | $14,318 | $29/passenger |
| SLW - Saltillo | 966 km | $14,362 | $29/passenger |
| BJX - Del Bajio | 974 km | $14,481 | $29/passenger |
| LRU - Las Cruces | 974 km | $14,481 | $29/passenger |
| SAD - Safford | 979 km | $14,556 | $29/passenger |
| SLP - San Luis Potosi | 985 km | $14,645 | $29/passenger |
| CGZ - Casa Grande | 997 km | $14,823 | $30/passenger |
| WSD - White Sands | 998 km | $14,838 | $30/passenger |
| UPN - Uruapan | 1,004 km | $14,927 | $30/passenger |
| AZA - Mesa | 1,035 km | $15,388 | $31/passenger |
| NTR - Monterrey | 1,040 km | $15,463 | $31/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your LAP Flights
Jet fuel typically accounts for 25-35% of airline operating costs. When fuel prices rise due to global events like conflicts or supply disruptions, airlines pass these costs to passengers through fuel surcharges.
Currently, the Latin America region has jet fuel priced at $5.31/gallon. This is approximately 108% higher than normal due to Brent crude elevated. EIA Gulf Coast jet fuel at $5.21/gal (2026-05-16). Airlines implementing surcharges globally. IATA reports $175/barrel global average.
Tips to Save on Flights from LAP
- Book during periods of lower fuel prices (typically Q1)
- Choose airlines with fuel-efficient aircraft (787, A350)
- Consider nearby alternative airports
- Book direct flights to avoid multiple fuel surcharges
Climate & Weather at La Paz
La Paz enjoys a subtropical climate characterized by hot summers and mild winters. Temperatures generally range from 15°C to 35°C (59°F to 95°F) throughout the year. Early morning and late evening flights can offer relief from daytime heat during summer. Pack layers for air-conditioned terminals.
Traveler Guide: Flying Through LAP
Traveling through La Paz in the Americas, passengers should be aware that fuel prices in the Latin America region directly influence ticket pricing. North and South American airports generally have well-established ground transportation networks, including ride-sharing services, shuttles, and rental car agencies. For international arrivals, customs and immigration processing times vary significantly by country.
Planning Your Trip via LAP
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Manuel Márquez de León International Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from LAP
- Fuel impact awareness: The Latin America region currently prices jet fuel at $5.31/gallon — compare this with other regions to understand route pricing
- Alternative airports: The nearest airports to LAP are SJD, CUA, LMM — consider these for potentially lower fares