General Lucio Blanco International Airport
Daylight today(Aug 29, 2026, local time)
About 12h 44m 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 Lucio Blanco International Airport
Reynosa International Airport (Spanish: Aeropuerto Internacional de Reynosa); officially Aeropuerto Internacional General Lucio Blanco (General Lucio Blanco International Airport) (IATA: REX, ICAO: MMRX) is an international airport located in Reynosa, Tamaulipas, Mexico, near the Mexico–United States border. It serves the Metropolitan Area of Reynosa and the Reynosa–McAllen transborder agglomeration, facilitating multiple domestic destinations, cargo flights, flight training, and general aviation activities. The airport is the headquarters for Aerodavinci and is named after Lucio Blanco, a prominent figure of the Mexican Revolution. Operated by Grupo Aeroportuario Centro Norte, the airport handled 530,939 passengers in 2024 and 441,178 in 2025.
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Live weather
MMRXNOTAMs
MMRXReference 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13 / 31 | 6,243 ft / 1,903 m | 148 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (1)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| APP | REYNOSA APP/TWR | 118.800 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Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date.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: SE (from about 135°), on 17% of observations, averaging 9 kt.
| Month | VFR / MVFR / IFR / LIFR | % VFR | Median DA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 62% | 198 ft | |
| Feb | 56% | 679 ft | |
| Mar | 60% | 1,152 ft | |
| Apr | 52% | 1,466 ft | |
| May | 53% | 1,847 ft | |
| Jun | 70% | 2,053 ft | |
| Jul | 79% | 2,023 ft | |
| Aug | 87% | 2,204 ft | |
| Sep | 78% | 1,867 ft | |
| Oct | 72% | 1,523 ft | |
| Nov | 60% | 870 ft | |
| Dec | 60% | 536 ft |
VFR MVFR IFR LIFR· density altitude ranges ~198–2,204 ft through the year· Source: NWS/IEM ASOS archive.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from General Lucio Blanco International Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for General Lucio Blanco International Airport?
The ICAO code for General Lucio Blanco International Airport is MMRX, and its IATA code is REX.
Where is General Lucio Blanco International Airport located?
General Lucio Blanco International Airport is medium airport located in Reynosa, Mexico, at an elevation of 139 ft (42 m).
How many runways does General Lucio Blanco International Airport have?
General Lucio Blanco International Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 6,243 ft / 1,903 m.
Which airlines fly to General Lucio Blanco International Airport?
Airlines historically serving General Lucio Blanco International Airport include AeroMéxico, Aeromar, Birmingham European, Interjet (ABC Aerolineas) (based on OpenFlights route data, which may be out of date).
How many destinations are served from General Lucio Blanco International Airport?
Historical data lists 5 nonstop destinations from General Lucio Blanco International Airport. Always check current schedules.
What time zone is General Lucio Blanco International Airport in?
General Lucio Blanco International Airport is in the America/Matamoros time zone (UTC-05:00).
What is the magnetic variation at General Lucio Blanco International Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at General Lucio Blanco International Airport is approximately 3.4° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near General Lucio Blanco International Airport?
The nearest airport to General Lucio Blanco International Airport is Bravo Airport (MX-0408), about 6.3 nm to the ese, followed by Fumigaciones Aéreas 109 Airport and Alamo Aerial Applicators Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. General Lucio Blanco International Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.