Ernesto Cortissoz International Airport

SKBQ / BAQ

Barranquilla, CO

Last Updated
Mar 4, 09:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 44 min ago
09:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
27°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 21°C
5 kt
30°
--
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
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QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR SKBQ 040900Z 03005KT CAVOK 27/21 Q1006

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF SKBQ 040455Z 0406/0506 03005KT 9999 FEW030 TEMPO 0410/0412 8000 HZ PROB30 TEMPO 0421/0423 04015G25KT TX32/0419Z TN24/0409Z
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
09:43Z BASE
+0h
VFR 30° 5 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
10:00Z TEMPO
+1h
MVFR
Visibility: 8 km
Haze
21:00Z PROB30 TEMPO
+12h
VFR 40° 15 kt

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
KBQ
05 ✈️
23

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 05/23
Active: 05
9,842 ft 148 ft CON 40°
4.7 kt 1.7 kt
20° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - SKBQ

4,110 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
81.8%
MVFR
12.7%
IFR
3.2%
LIFR
2.4%

Ernesto Cortissoz International Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 81.8% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the NE averaging 7.6 knots. The climate is relatively stable with temperatures averaging 27.8°C (range: 22°C to 35°C). The best months for VFR flying are January, December, March.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: NE (45°)
Average Speed: 7.6 kt
Maximum Recorded: 22 kt
Calm Winds: 0%
Direction Distribution:
N
21.2%
NE
50.8%
E
8.4%
SE
3.5%
S
9.6%
SW
3.8%
W
2.2%
NW
0.5%

Temperature Range

Average: 27.8°C
Range: 22°C to 35°C
22°C 35°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 4.1%

Best Months for VFR

January December March

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 05/23
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3 kt

Statistics computed from 4,110 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Ernesto Cortissoz International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: SKBQ
IATA Code: BAQ
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 98 ft MSL

Location

City: Barranquilla
Country: CO
Latitude: 10.889600°
Longitude: -74.780800°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+5

Runway Information

Runway 05/23
Length: 9,842 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No

About Ernesto Cortissoz International Airport

Overview

Ernesto Cortissoz International Airport serves Barranquilla, Colombia, as a medium-sized airport located near the Caribbean coast at 98 feet above mean sea level. The airport is strategically positioned at coordinates 10.889600, -74.780800, supporting regional and international air transportation needs for the coastal metropolitan area.

Flying Conditions

Pilots can expect predominantly VFR conditions 81.8% of the time, with stable weather patterns characterized by northeast winds averaging 7.1 knots. Temperature consistently ranges between 22°C and 35°C, with an average of 27.9°C, and excellent visibility averaging 10 statute miles. January, September, and December represent the most favorable VFR months.

Notable Features

The airport features a single runway (05/23) measuring 9,842 feet with a concrete surface, capable of handling medium-sized aircraft operations. Its coastal location suggests potential for moderate wind variations, though wind data indicates relatively consistent northeast wind directions with minimal turbulence potential.

Approach Considerations

Runway 05/23 demonstrates highly favorable wind conditions, with 100% wind compatibility and minimal average crosswind at 2.9 knots. Minimal fog occurrence (4.8%) and consistent visibility suggest generally straightforward approach and landing conditions for instrument-rated pilots familiar with coastal airport environments.

Data Sources & Accuracy: Airport information sourced from OurAirports.com, a collaborative database of worldwide airport data. Weather data from official aviation weather services including NOAA Aviation Weather Center and international METAR/TAF providers. Information is updated regularly but pilots should always verify current conditions and NOTAMs through official channels before flight operations.

Official Data Sources

Weather NOAA Aviation Weather Center • International METAR/TAF Network
Airports OurAirports.com • Public domain airport database
NOTAMs FAA NOTAM System • ICAO NOTAM Distribution
Last updated: Jan 1, 1970 12:00 AM UTC

Disclaimer: Data is provided for informational purposes only. Pilots must verify all information through official sources before flight operations. Weather conditions change rapidly; always obtain a current briefing from approved weather services.