What is the nearest airport to Mexicali?

The nearest airport to Mexicali is Mexicali (MXL) Airport which is 19.9 km away. Other nearby airports include Tijuana (TIJ) (142.8 km) and San Diego (SAN) (163.5 km).

How long does it take to get to Mexicali from the Airport?

It takes 4h 22m to get from Mexicali to San Diego (SAN) Airport.

How do I get to Mexicali?

We recommend flying to San Diego (SAN) Airport, which is 163.5 km away from Mexicali. The tram and bus from San Diego (SAN) to Mexicali takes 4h 22m.

Where can I stay near Mexicali?

There are 93+ hotels available in Mexicali.

How to get to Mexicali from 5 nearby airports

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Duration	20 min
Distance	164 km
Average price	$851
Nearby airports	5 found

Duration

20 min

Distance

164 km

Average price

$851

Nearby airports

5 found

Closest airports to Mexicali

The nearest airport to Mexicali is Mexicali (MXL). However, there are better options for getting to Mexicali. Autobuses ABC operates a bus from Tijuana International Airport to Mexicali twice daily. Tickets cost $350 - $650 and the journey takes 2h 30m.

Recommended airport

San Diego (SAN)
1. tram
2. bus
4h 22m
$443–995

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Other nearby airports

Tijuana (TIJ)
1. bus
2h 30m
Cheapest
$350–650
Santa Ana (SNA)
1. bus
2. bus
7h 7m
$664–1,234
Mexicali (MXL)
1. taxi
Fastest
20 min
$650–800
Ontario/San Bernardino (ONT)
1. bus
2. bus
7h 13m
$1,039–1,519

Important airports for Mexicali

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Mexicali Airport
19.9 km

Frequently asked questions

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