San Pedro Sula Airport (SAP)

San Pedro Sula Airport SAP MHLM Honduras

Ramón Villeda Morales International Airport (SAP), also known as San Pedro Sula Airport, is the primary international airport serving the city of San Pedro Sula in Honduras. It is located in the northwest region of Honduras and is the second busiest airport in the country. The airport offers a range of facilities, including duty-free shopping, dining options, and car rental services. It has a single terminal building and serves international and domestic flights, connecting San Pedro Sula to several destinations across Central America, the Caribbean, North America, and Europe.

San Pedro Sula airport code

IATA: SAP, ICAO: MHLM

Read more: Why the San Pedro Sula airport code is SAP?

Location

Address: Fuerza Aerea Boulevard, La Lima, Honduras

Airlines that fly to San Pedro Sula

  • American Airlines
  • Delta Airlines
  • United Airlines
  • Spirit Airlines
  • Copa Airlines
  • Air Europa
  • Avianca
  • Aeromexico
  • Volaris
  • TAG Airlines
  • CM Airlines
  • Aerolineas Sosa
  • Tropic Air
  • UPS (cargo)
  • FedEx (cargo)
  • DHL (cargo)
  • Amerijet (cargo)

Direct flights to San Pedro Sula

  • United States: Miami (MIA), Orlando (MCO), Houston (IAH), Atlanta (ATL), Dallas (DFW), New Jersey (EWR), New Orleans (MSY)
  • Honduras: Comayagua (XPL), Tegucigalpa (TGU), Roatán (RTB), La Ceiba (LCE), Utila (UII)
  • Spain: Madrid (MAD)
  • México: Méxito City (MEX)
  • Guatemala: Guatemala City (GUA)
  • El Salvador: San Salvador (SAL)
  • Panamá: Panama City (PTY)
  • Belize: Belize City (BZE)

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Transportation

Private vehicles, regular taxis, airport taxis, and hotel-provided shuttles are the most common ways to move to and from the San Pedro Sula airport. In addition, Uber is available in San Pedro Sula, including coverage to and from the airport.

  • Taxis at the airport: serve mainly at the airport, waiting just outside the terminal building. Some use sedans and other vans; make sure what type of vehicles makes sense for your party and luggage size. Negotiate your rate before you get into the taxi.
  • Hotel-provided: some hotels provide either a complimentary or paid airport shuttle. If you don’t have a rental car or want to avoid getting into a taxi, organize this in advance; they will wait for you at the arrivals area with a sign with your name.
  • Public transportation: there are no public transportation options.
  • Car rental: several international, national, and local options offer car rental services. Most of them have offices inside the airport. International: Avis, Hertz, Alamo, National, Dollar, Enterprise, Budget. National: Econo Rent a Car, X Plore, Tourist, Blindados y más, Infinity’s, Silver Rent a Car.

Read more: Car Rental San Pedro Sula Airport

Parking

The airport provides private parking spaces for visitors and travelers. Typically it charges L 25 / $1 per hour. Unfortunately, there is no long-term parking space available.

Terminals

The airport is a single building with terminals A and B, making it easy to navigate.

Check-in

It’s recommended to arrive at the airport in plenty of time before the flight, as there may be long lines and security checks to complete. For international flights, check-in time is often 2-3 hours before departure, while for domestic flights, it’s usually 1-2 hours before departure. Remember that check-in times may differ for different airlines, so it’s essential to check with your carrier to confirm the check-in time for your flight.

Travel requirements

  • Your passport is valid for at least six months beyond your entry date.
  • All travelers entering or exiting Honduras must complete the immigration precheck form at https://prechequeo.inm.gob.hn. Travelers will receive a confirmation email, which they should print and carry. As of December 12th, 2023, the “Pre-Check” is no longer required for either nationals or foreign nationals to enter or exit the country, except citizens from Nicaragua who still need to fulfill the requirement using the form at https://prechequeo.inm.gob.hn.
  • Visa requirements are determined by the passport you are traveling with and the trip duration. Travelers from the United States, Canada, and most countries in the European Union do not require one to enter the country.
  • Valid airline ticket
  • Proof of COVID-19 vaccination or test is not required for check-in.

Sources: Instituto Nacional de Migración, Sherpa American Airlines

VIP Lounges

  • VIP Bac Credomatic: the admission requires a “black credit card” issued in Honduras exclusively by the bank BAC Honduras, available Mon-Sat from 6 am to 5 pm and Sunday from 9 am to 5 pm.
  • VIP Club: the admission requires a “black credit card” issued in Honduras exclusively issued by the bank BAC Honduras

Shopping and duty-free

  • Souvenirs: XUKPI, Boonil, Alexander’s Souvenirs, Ebenezer, Kuutz, Honduras Souvenirs
  • Shopping: Danilo’s, Servicios Electrónicos

Restaurants, bars, and coffee

  • Coffee: Espresso Americano, Dunkin Donuts, Jazz Café, IHCAFE
  • Bars: Larry & Luey’s Fly High Bar (checking area), Roatan Tequilla Ville (gate area)
  • Chocolate: Avenida Cacao
  • Restaurants: Baleadas Express, Tio Dolmo, Buffalos Grill, Wings Factory, Duty Free
  • Pharmacy: Farmacias del Mundo

Banking

  • Banco FICOHSA (ATM)
  • BAC (ATM)
  • Banco Atlántida (ATM)

Internet access

There is internet access via wifi inside the terminal building.

Cargo terminal

The San Pedro Sula cargo terminal is operated by Adimex, the company assigned to provide air and intermodal cargo storage services at the Ramón Villeda Morales International Airport, offering air and intermodal import cargo handling services, and export services, perishable cargo, ground system agent.

Fixed Base Operator (FBO)

The Ramón Villeda Morales International Airport has a terminal for private flights equipped with all international requirements. This terminal is in the process of being remodeled and will soon have two VIP lounges, as well as a waiting room and a lounge for pilots. It’s equipped with all the Airport Security Division (DSA) security mechanisms and an immigration office to register your trips.

Technical information

  • Airport Name: Ramón Villeda Morales International Airport
  • Airport Code: SAP
  • Location: Fuerza Aerea Boulevard, La Lima, Honduras
  • Operator: Servicio Aeroportuario Nacional (SAN)
  • Elevation: 91ft
  • Landing strip length: 2,806 meters (9,206 feet)
  • Runways: 04/22
  • Airport bridges: 3
  • Terminal building area: 16,000m2 (172,200 sq. ft)

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