Flying from Mexicali Airport (MXL) to Ciudad Juarez Airport (CJS): what you need to know
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your MXL to CJS flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.
During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights when you fly during a high season in general.
Break up your flight or take a detour to a new city with a stopover. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from Mexicali Airport to Ciudad Juarez Airport. Many travellers pass through Monterrey Gen Mariano Escobedo Airport when flying between MXL and CJS.
How to find the cheapest flights from Mexicali Airport (MXL) to Ciudad Juarez Airport (CJS)
$105 is the best price for a one-way Mexicali Airport to Ciudad Juarez Airport flight. Return flights start at $350. These prices may change depending on demand and availability.
To score cheap tickets from MXL to CJS, book in advance. Airlines usually offer lower prices when flights are first released.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across each month when searching for a flight from Mexicali Airport to Ciudad Juarez Airport.
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Handy information about Mexicali Airport (MXL)
Mexicali Airport has an excellent on-time record, making delays less likely. Departures from MXL land at their destination as scheduled 80% of the time.
Mexicali Airport is around 6 kilometres from central Mexicali. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 10 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The trip when using public transport takes about 20 minutes.
Arriving at Ciudad Juarez Airport (CJS)
Consider staying in a hotel near CJS if you're on a late Mexicali Airport to Ciudad Juarez Airport flight. Pick one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Grab a Ciudad Juarez Airport rental car and discover Ciudad Juarez and beyond with your own set of wheels. Green Motion, Europcar and Keddy By Europcar are leading providers to choose from here.
For the best deal, book your vehicle from Ciudad Juarez Airport around one week in advance.
Getting from Ciudad Juarez Airport (CJS) to central Ciudad Juarez
From Ciudad Juarez Airport, Ciudad Juarez is approximately 11 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to reach the centre by car.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of about 35 minutes.
When to fly to Ciudad Juarez Airport (CJS)
The quietest month for a flight from Mexicali Airport to Ciudad Juarez Airport is March, while July is the busiest. Pick the best time to go to Ciudad Juarez based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
When booking your flight from Mexicali Airport to Ciudad Juarez Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. June is the warmest month in Ciudad Juarez, with temperatures ranging from 20ºC (68ºF) to 36ºC (97ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from MXL to CJS in January. Temperatures average between 0ºC (32ºF) and 15ºC (59ºF) then.
Explore more of Mexico
Chihuahua is just one of the many cities in Mexico waiting to be explored after you've seen Ciudad Juarez. Around 338 kilometres away to the south, top sights here include Our Lady of Guadalupe, Plaza Mayor de Chihuahua and Acueducto De Chihuahua.
Time for another stop? Journey to Nogales. It's about 434 kilometres west of Ciudad Juarez and boasts highlights including Pimeria Alta Museum and Mirador del beso.
