Bachigualato Federal International Airport
Daylight today(Aug 29, 2026, local time)
About 12h 42m of daylight. Civil twilight (dawn/dusk) approximates the FAA definition of night for logging and currency. Times are computed and approximate — verify with official sources.
About Bachigualato Federal International Airport
Culiacán International Airport, (Spanish: Aeropuerto Internacional de Culiacán); officially Aeropuerto Internacional Federal de Bachigualato (Bachigualato Federal International Airport) (IATA: CUL, ICAO: MMCL), is an international airport located in Culiacán, Sinaloa, Mexico. It serves as the primary air traffic gateway to the Culiacán metropolitan area, offering nonstop flights to many cities in Mexico and serving as a gateway in a heavily traveled air corridor connecting mainland Mexico to the Baja California peninsula. It is also a focus city for Volaris.
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Live weather
MMCLNOTAMs
MMCLReference only — not an official briefing. Always obtain a certified briefing (e.g. 1800wxbrief.com / your AIS) before flight.
NOTAM data via the FAA NOTAM system.
Live departures & arrivals
Flight data by AeroDataBox. Times are estimates — not for navigation; confirm with the airline.
Where you can fly from here
Current scheduled routes & daily frequency by AeroDataBox. Approximate — confirm bookable schedules with the airline.
Live traffic nearby
Aircraft currently within ~40 nm, from live ADS-B. Positions are approximately real-time — not for navigation.
Live ADS-B by adsb.lol & the OpenSky Network. Not for navigation.
Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (1)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03 / 21▸ displaced | 7,365 ft / 2,245 m | 148 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (3)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| APP | APP | 119.750 MHz |
| ATIS | ATIS | 127.800 MHz |
| TWR | TWR | 118.500 MHz |
Navaids(1)
Airlines & destinations
Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date. Check current schedules.
Weather by month
Share of VFR / marginal-VFR / IFR / low-IFR conditions by month over the last 8 years, with the prevailing wind and typical density altitude. Historical climatology — not a forecast.
Prevailing wind: W (from about 270°), on 15% of observations, averaging 7 kt.
| Month | VFR / MVFR / IFR / LIFR | % VFR | Median DA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 97% | 804 ft | |
| Feb | 96% | 916 ft | |
| Mar | 97% | 1,166 ft | |
| Apr | 96% | 1,477 ft | |
| May | 96% | 1,871 ft | |
| Jun | 87% | 2,051 ft | |
| Jul | 83% | 2,116 ft | |
| Aug | 76% | 2,027 ft | |
| Sep | 82% | 2,027 ft | |
| Oct | 91% | 1,928 ft | |
| Nov | 98% | 1,440 ft | |
| Dec | 97% | 977 ft |
VFR MVFR IFR LIFR· density altitude ranges ~804–2,116 ft through the year· Source: NWS/IEM ASOS archive.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Bachigualato Federal International Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Bachigualato Federal International Airport?
The ICAO code for Bachigualato Federal International Airport is MMCL, and its IATA code is CUL.
Where is Bachigualato Federal International Airport located?
Bachigualato Federal International Airport is large airport located in Culiacán, Mexico, at an elevation of 108 ft (33 m).
How many runways does Bachigualato Federal International Airport have?
Bachigualato Federal International Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 7,365 ft / 2,245 m.
Which airlines fly to Bachigualato Federal International Airport?
Airlines historically serving Bachigualato Federal International Airport include AeroMéxico, Birmingham European, Delta Air Lines, Interjet (ABC Aerolineas), Volaris (based on OpenFlights route data, which may be out of date).
How many destinations are served from Bachigualato Federal International Airport?
Historical data lists 7 nonstop destinations from Bachigualato Federal International Airport. Always check current schedules.
What time zone is Bachigualato Federal International Airport in?
Bachigualato Federal International Airport is in the America/Mazatlan time zone (UTC-07:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Bachigualato Federal International Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Bachigualato Federal International Airport is approximately 7.1° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Bachigualato Federal International Airport?
The nearest airport to Bachigualato Federal International Airport is Las Ilusiones Airport (MX-0743), about 4.3 nm to the wsw, followed by Campo La Primavera Airport and La Perla Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Bachigualato Federal International Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.