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Brownsville/South Padre I Intl (KBRO/BRO) — Brownsville, United States

Brownsville/South Padre I Intl (KBRO/BRO) serves Brownsville, United States. This is a mid-sized airport with 4 runways (13L/31R, 13R/31L). Field elevation is 22 ft AMSL. Data on this page is maintained by the aviation community — contribute to keep it accurate.

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Operations 2/2
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Basic Airport Information

  • ICAO: KBRO
  • Name: Brownsville/South Padre I Intl
  • Type: medium_airport
  • Category: International
  • Latitude: 25.906799
  • Longitude: -97.425903
  • Elevation: 22 ft
  • Country: United States
  • Municipality: Brownsville
  • IATA Code: BRO
  • FAA Code: N/A
  • FIR: N/A
  • Timezone: America/Chicago
  • Distance from City: 7.2 km
  • VFR: Yes
  • IFR: Yes

Runways

Runway 13L/31R

  • Designation: 13L/31R
  • Dimensions: 3000 X 75
  • Surface: ASP
  • PCN: N/A
  • Lighting: NULL
  • NAVAIDs: VORTAC, NDB
  • Approach Types: N/A
  • Remarks: N/A

Runway 13R/31L

  • Designation: 13R/31L
  • Dimensions: 7400 X 150
  • Surface: ASP
  • PCN: N/A
  • Lighting: YES
  • NAVAIDs: VORTAC, NDB
  • Approach Types: N/A
  • Remarks: N/A

Runway 17/35

  • Designation: 17/35
  • Dimensions: 6000 X 150
  • Surface: ASP
  • PCN: N/A
  • Lighting: YES
  • NAVAIDs: VORTAC, NDB
  • Approach Types: N/A
  • Remarks: N/A

Runway 18/36

  • Designation: 18/36
  • Dimensions: 6000 x 150 ft
  • Surface: ASP
  • PCN: N/A
  • Lighting: MIRL
  • NAVAIDs: N/A
  • Approach Types: N/A
  • Remarks: N/A

Frequencies

  • Tower: 118.900 MHz
  • Ground: 121.900 MHz
  • Operations: 118.900, 121.500, 122.950, 243.000 MHz
  • Traffic/Approach: N/A
  • ATIS: 128.550 MHz

Operation Hours

Monday Open 24 hours
Tuesday Open 24 hours
Wednesday Open 24 hours
Thursday Open 24 hours
Friday Open 24 hours
Saturday Open 24 hours
Sunday Open 24 hours

Brownsville/South Padre I Intl operates 24 hours (H24). See all 24-hour airports worldwide →

  • Extra Hours On Request: No
  • Remarks: 24-hour operations

Contacts

  • AIS Tel: N/A
  • ARO Tel: N/A
  • MET Tel: N/A
  • Admin Tel: +1 956-459-1811
  • Health Tel: N/A
  • Police Tel: N/A
  • Authorities Tel: N/A
  • Website: N/A
  • Remarks: N/A

Slots / PPR

  • Slot Required: No
  • PPR Required: No
  • PPR Contact: N/A
  • Remarks: N/A

Customs

  • Open: N/A
  • Close: N/A
  • Phone: N/A
  • Extra Hours On Request: No
  • Remarks: Customs available per FAA NASR data

Fees

  • Landing Fee: $2.17 per 1,000 lbs MTOW
  • Parking Fee: $0.43 per 1,000 lbs MTOW per hour; overnight flat rate available
  • Handling Mandatory: No
  • Currency: USD
  • Remarks: FBO services by Signature Flight Support and Cutter Aviation. Self-service options may be available for GA aircraft.

Fuel Information

  • Fuel Type: Jet A-1
  • Price/L: N/A
  • Last Updated: 2026-02-18
  • Remarks: Available from Signature Flight Support and Atlantic Aviation. Contract fuel accepted. Prices subject to market conditions.
  • Fuel Type: 100LL
  • Price/L: N/A
  • Last Updated: N/A
  • Remarks: N/A
  • Fuel Type: Jet A
  • Price/L: N/A
  • Last Updated: N/A
  • Remarks: N/A

Immigration

  • Port of Entry: No
  • GENDEC Required: Yes
  • GAR Required: No
  • Remarks: eAPIS required for all international arrivals/departures. Not a designated port of entry; international flights require prior CBP arrangement or must clear customs at a designated POE.

Restrictions

  • Curfew Start: N/A
  • Curfew End: N/A
  • Noise Chapter Min: Chapter 3
  • Remarks: Standard noise abatement procedures in effect. Check NOTAMs for current restrictions.

Alternates

MMMA

  • ICAO: MMMA
  • Name: Gen Servando Canales Intl
  • Distance (NM): 9.8
  • Has IFR: Yes
  • Port of Entry: Yes
  • Immigration Remarks: Port of entry. US border city across from Brownsville TX.

KHRL

  • ICAO: KHRL
  • Name: Valley Intl
  • Distance (NM): 22.9
  • Has IFR: Yes
  • Port of Entry: No
  • Immigration Remarks: eAPIS required for all international arrivals/departures. Not a designated port of entry; international flights require prior CBP arrangement or must clear customs at a designated POE.

MMRX

  • ICAO: MMRX
  • Name: Gen Lucio Blanco Intl
  • Distance (NM): 43.8
  • Has IFR: Yes
  • Port of Entry: Yes
  • Immigration Remarks: Port of entry. US border with McAllen TX.

KMFE

  • ICAO: KMFE
  • Name: Mc Allen Miller Intl
  • Distance (NM): 46.7
  • Has IFR: Yes
  • Port of Entry: No
  • Immigration Remarks: eAPIS required for all international arrivals/departures. Not a designated port of entry; international flights require prior CBP arrangement or must clear customs at a designated POE.

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United States Permit Requirements

Fast Landing: 1d
  • Overflight Permit: No
  • Landing Permit: Conditional
  • Overflight Lead Time: N/A
  • Landing Lead Time: 60 minutes minimum (eAPIS manifest before departure); recommend 24-48 hours for CBP port notification
Private / GA Operations:

No permits required for private non-revenue flights. eAPIS manifest mandatory for all international arrivals/departures.

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Active NOTAMs

A0537/26 caution
Navigation equipment issue
NAV ILS RWY 13 GP U/S
2026-09-10 00:58:00 2026-10-31 20:30:00
A0535/26 caution
Taxiway lighting closed
TWY A CLSD
2026-09-09 14:48:00 2026-10-31 21:00:00
A0528/26 caution
Taxiway lighting closed
TWY H BTN RWY 18/36 AND TWY J CLSD
2026-09-02 16:07:00 2026-10-30 21:00:00

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Airport History

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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the operating hours of KBRO?
Brownsville/South Padre I Intl operates from 00:00 to 23:59.
What is the tower frequency at KBRO?
The tower frequency at Brownsville/South Padre I Intl is 118.9 MHz.
What fuel is available at KBRO?
Brownsville/South Padre I Intl offers Jet A-1, 100LL, Jet A.
Does KBRO require landing permits?
Yes, landing permits are required for Brownsville/South Padre I Intl (United States).
Where is KBRO located?
Brownsville/South Padre I Intl (KBRO) is located in Brownsville, United States.
What is the IATA code for KBRO?
The IATA code for Brownsville/South Padre I Intl is BRO.
How long is the runway at KBRO?
The main runway at Brownsville/South Padre I Intl (13L/31R) measures 3000 X 75.