Erandique Airport (EDQ)

Erandique Airport (EDQ) is a remote domestic airstrip serving the town of Erandique in the Lempira Department of western Honduras. The facility features a single unpaved runway, primarily composed of grass and dirt, measuring approximately 680 meters (2,231 feet). It acts as a vital transportation link for the indigenous Lenca community and local agricultural producers in this rugged mountainous region, where road travel can be slow and difficult. The terminal infrastructure at Erandique is extremely rudimentary and designed for basic functionality. There is no formal passenger terminal building; instead, a simple shaded structure or community pavilion near the airfield serves as the meeting point for arriving and departing passengers. Amenities are virtually non-existent, with no retail shops, dining facilities, or public restrooms dedicated solely to the airport. Travelers should expect manual passenger processing and should be prepared for a self-sufficient experience, as the facility is typically unattended when no flights are scheduled. There are currently no regular scheduled commercial airline services operating at Erandique Airport. Air traffic is predominantly composed of specialized charter flights and light aircraft connecting the region with major hubs like Tegucigalpa (TGU) and San Pedro Sula (SAP). Ground transportation to the town center, located about 3 kilometers to the west, is primarily by private vehicle or local 4x4 transport, which should be arranged in advance. Due to the unpaved nature of the runway and the high-altitude terrain, flight operations are strictly daylight-only and are highly susceptible to sudden changes in mountain weather and heavy seasonal rains.