General Rodolfo Sánchez Taboada International Airport
Daylight today(Aug 29, 2026, local time)
About 12h 56m 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 General Rodolfo Sánchez Taboada International Airport
Mexicali International Airport ; officially Aeropuerto Internacional General Rodolfo Sánchez Taboada (General Rodolfo Sánchez Taboada International Airport) is an international airport located 20 kilometers east of Mexicali, Baja California, Mexico, near the U.S.-Mexico border. It is the northernmost airport in Mexico and serves the metropolitan area of Mexicali and the transborder region of Calexico-Mexicali. In addition to domestic flights within Mexico, the airport also facilitates domestic and international charter flights, flight training, and executive, and general aviation activities.
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Live weather
MMMLNOTAMs
MMMLReference 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10 / 28 | 8,530 ft / 2,600 m | 148 ft | Con | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (3)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| AFIS | MEXICALI INFO | 123.900 MHz |
| ATIS | ATIS | 127.600 MHz |
| TWR | MEXICALI TWR | 118.200 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Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date.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 11% of observations, averaging 8 kt.
| Month | VFR / MVFR / IFR / LIFR | % VFR | Median DA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 97% | -159 ft | |
| Feb | 98% | 111 ft | |
| Mar | 98% | 554 ft | |
| Apr | 99% | 1,198 ft | |
| May | 99% | 1,673 ft | |
| Jun | 99% | 2,378 ft | |
| Jul | 99% | 2,653 ft | |
| Aug | 98% | 2,640 ft | |
| Sep | 98% | 2,284 ft | |
| Oct | 99% | 1,423 ft | |
| Nov | 98% | 443 ft | |
| Dec | 97% | -118 ft |
VFR MVFR IFR LIFR· density altitude ranges ~-159–2,653 ft through the year· Source: NWS/IEM ASOS archive.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from General Rodolfo Sánchez Taboada International Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for General Rodolfo Sánchez Taboada International Airport?
The ICAO code for General Rodolfo Sánchez Taboada International Airport is MMML, and its IATA code is MXL.
Where is General Rodolfo Sánchez Taboada International Airport located?
General Rodolfo Sánchez Taboada International Airport is medium airport located in Mexicali, Mexico, at an elevation of 74 ft (23 m).
How many runways does General Rodolfo Sánchez Taboada International Airport have?
General Rodolfo Sánchez Taboada International Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 8,530 ft / 2,600 m.
Which airlines fly to General Rodolfo Sánchez Taboada International Airport?
Airlines historically serving General Rodolfo Sánchez Taboada International Airport include AeroMéxico, Volaris (based on OpenFlights route data, which may be out of date).
How many destinations are served from General Rodolfo Sánchez Taboada International Airport?
Historical data lists 3 nonstop destinations from General Rodolfo Sánchez Taboada International Airport. Always check current schedules.
What time zone is General Rodolfo Sánchez Taboada International Airport in?
General Rodolfo Sánchez Taboada International Airport is in the America/Tijuana time zone (UTC-07:00).
What is the magnetic variation at General Rodolfo Sánchez Taboada International Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at General Rodolfo Sánchez Taboada International Airport is approximately 10.4° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near General Rodolfo Sánchez Taboada International Airport?
The nearest airport to General Rodolfo Sánchez Taboada International Airport is Las Islas Airport (MX-0495), about 4.2 nm to the s, followed by Pista Queretaro and Yucatan Airstrip.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. General Rodolfo Sánchez Taboada International Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.