Ernesto Cortissoz International Airport

SKBQ / BAQ

Barranquilla, CO

Last Updated
Feb 17, 06:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 17 min ago
06:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
26°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 23°C
3 kt
Variable
--
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR SKBQ 170600Z VRB03KT CAVOK 26/23 Q1010

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF SKBQ 170455Z 1706/1806 03010KT 8000 BKN020 PROB30 TEMPO 1709/1712 4000 BR BKN005 BECMG 1713/1715 9999 SCT020 PROB40 TEMPO 1719/1723 8000 RA BKN020 TX32/1719Z TN24/1710Z
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
06:16Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 30° 10 kt
Visibility: 8 km
Ceiling: 2,000 ft
09:00Z PROB30 TEMPO
+3h
IFR
Visibility: 4 km
Ceiling: 500 ft
Mist
13:00Z BECMG
+7h
VFR
Visibility: 10+ km

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Airport Runway Layout

N
KBQ
05
23

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
05/23 9,842 ft 148 ft CON 40° No wind data
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - SKBQ

3,733 observations | Sep 2025 - Feb 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
81.6%
MVFR
12.8%
IFR
3.1%
LIFR
2.5%

Ernesto Cortissoz International Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 81.6% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the NE averaging 7.4 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, September.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: NE (45°)
Average Speed: 7.4 kt
Maximum Recorded: 18 kt
Calm Winds: 0%
Direction Distribution:
N
20.9%
NE
49%
E
8.5%
SE
3.9%
S
10.6%
SW
4.2%
W
2.3%
NW
0.6%

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 September

Runway Wind Analysis

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

Statistics computed from 3,733 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Feb 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

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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.