Travelling from Mexico City to Culiacan International Airport (CUL): What you need to know
Begin planning your trip by looking up the best departure point for your flight from Mexico City to Culiacan International Airport (CUL). Explore the options for taking off from Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) or Mexico City Felipe Angeles International Airport (NLU), the city's main airports.
Take off on a direct Mexico City to Culiacan International Airport flight and you'll be in the air for around 2 hours 5 minutes.
Culiacan International Airport is located in Culiacan. The city runs on the UTC-7 timezone and is one hour behind Mexico City.
The most popular route is from Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) to Culiacan International Airport (CUL), with 27 direct services every week. If you're not one for hanging around, the earliest flight from MEX to CUL is the 6am Aeromexico option. If a later flight fits your day better, the last departure is at 9:25pm with Aeromexico.
For stress-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to catch your flight from Mexico City to CUL.
Popular months like September or other peak periods mean longer queues and potential delays. Stick to your schedule by getting to the airport even earlier. Plan for at least four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Mexico City
Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) offers an easy route to your destination. Nonstop flights from Mexico City to Culiacan International Airport (CUL) depart from this terminal.
When departing from MEX, you can take a direct flight from Mexico City to Culiacan International Airport with Aeromexico.
Most passengers prefer to book seats with Aeromexico from MEX to CUL.
Aeromexico leads the way as the most punctual carrier on this route, with 81.18% of its services landing as scheduled.
Located around 13 kms (8 miles) from the centre of Mexico City, MEX can be reached in about 30 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport will take roughly 40 minutes.
Want an easy start to your trip? Stay near Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Mexico City to Culiacan International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are the ideal choice:
Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport scores top marks for on-time performance. 84% of flights that take off from MEX arrive at their destination on time.
Mexico City Felipe Angeles International Airport (NLU)
You can book a direct Mexico City to Culiacan International Airport (CUL) plane ticket out of Mexico City Felipe Angeles International Airport (NLU). Work out whether departing from NLU makes the most sense for you.
From NLU, direct flights from Mexico City to CUL are offered by VivaAerobus.
Viva Aerobus takes the lead in bookings on the NLU to CUL route.
Viva Aerobus is the most punctual carrier operating flights between Mexico City Felipe Angeles International Airport and Culiacan International Airport.
Using public transport, you can travel from central Mexico City to NLU in around 2 hours. The airport is roughly 56 kms (35 miles) away, and getting there by car will take approximately 55 minutes.
Relax before your Mexico City to CUL flight at a hotel near Mexico City Felipe Angeles International Airport. Verticca Hotel is one option where you can wake up and get to the airport with time to spare.
When it comes to keeping flights punctual, Mexico City Felipe Angeles International Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 76%.
About Culiacan International Airport (CUL)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Mexico City to Culiacan International Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near CUL instead:
Getting from Culiacan International Airport (CUL) to central Culiacan
Culiacan International Airport is around 10 kms (6 miles) from central Culiacan. How long it'll take to get there by car hire or taxi will depend on the time of day. Do some research before you go.
It typically takes 1 hour if you're travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Mexico City to Culiacan International Airport (CUL)
£24 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Mexico City to Culiacan International Airport. Return flights start at £76. These prices can change based on demand and availability.
Book five months before you travel. Pricing trends show that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Mexico City to CUL.
October is when you're most likely to find a good deal on a Mexico City to Culiacan International Airport ticket. If you want to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for every month.
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The best time to fly from Mexico City to Culiacan International Airport (CUL)
April is the most popular month for flights from Mexico City to Culiacan International Airport (CUL). Visit Culiacan in December if you'd rather avoid peak season.
Lock in a Mexico City to CUL plane ticket departing in May if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Culiacan to range from 19ºC to 37ºC.
January has temperatures of between 11ºC and 30ºC. Look for cheap tickets from Mexico City to Culiacan International Airport around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Culiacan
Start your Culiacan trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Mexico City to Culiacan International Airport, check out our range of accommodation options including:
Your Culiacan trip isn't complete without checking out the sights. Big-name attractions you won't want to miss include paseo del río Sinaloa Park, Jardin Botanico Culiacan and Reserva Ecologica.
Explore more of Mexico
Mazatlan is just one of the many places in Mexico waiting to be explored after you've experienced Culiacan. Around 193 kms (120 miles) away to the southeast, its top attractions include Malecón, Malecon and Playa Las Gaviotas.
Around 193 kms (120 miles) northwest of Culiacan, Los Mochis is another essential stop in Mexico. Experience major highlights starting with Jardín Botánico Benjamin Francis Johnston, Los Naranjos Park and Plantario - La Aventura en Verde.
