Flying from Morelia International Airport (MLM) to Mexicali Airport (MXL): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Morelia International Airport to Mexicali Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 3 hours.
Each week, there are three Morelia International Airport to Mexicali Airport flights.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to catch your MLM to MXL flight.
Flying during a peak time like July? Public holidays and other high seasons can result in longer queues at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Getting to Mexicali (and then exploring more of Mexico!) is a breeze with Volaris. This popular airline has direct flights from Morelia International Airport to Mexicali Airport.
Volaris is the top choice for travellers on this route.
Among carriers operating MLM to MXL flights, Volaris has the best record for on-time arrivals.
Explore another city along the way or simply break up your flight with a stopover. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from Morelia International Airport to Mexicali Airport. Many passengers pass through Monterrey Gen Mariano Escobedo Airport on this route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Morelia International Airport (MLM) to Mexicali Airport (MXL)
Currently, $125 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Morelia International Airport to Mexicali Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $242. Keep in mind that fares could change due to demand at the time of booking.
It's often best to book early if you want to get cheap tickets from MLM to MXL. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across the month when looking for a flight from Morelia International Airport to Mexicali Airport.
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Tailor your flights using filters. Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Morelia International Airport to Mexicali Airport.
Handy information about Morelia International Airport (MLM)
Morelia International Airport gets top marks for its on-time performance. 85% of flights that take off from MLM reach their destination on time.
To get to Morelia International Airport from central Morelia, it'll take around 30 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 31 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a trip time of around 45 minutes on public transport.
Got an early flight from Morelia International Airport to Mexicali Airport? Stay at a hotel close to MLM, such as HOTEL Aeropuerto Morelia. Hotel Ejecutivo Aeropuerto will also have you moments from the terminal.
Arriving at Mexicali Airport (MXL)
Grab a Mexicali Airport rental car and explore Mexicali and beyond with your own wheels. Firefly, Europcar and Keddy By Europcar are popular outlets you can book with here.
Increase the odds of securing a great deal by booking early. Reserving your vehicle from Mexicali Airport at least a few weeks ahead is a smart idea.
When to fly to Mexicali Airport (MXL)
July is the most popular month for flights from Morelia International Airport to Mexicali Airport. For a quieter experience, travel to Mexicali in March.
Lock in your flight from Morelia International Airport to Mexicali Airport for July if you'd like to visit Mexicali during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 23ºC (73ºF) and 46ºC (115ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from MLM to MXL in January. Average temperatures are between 2ºC (36ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF) then.
Explore more of Mexico
Tijuana is just one of the many cities in Mexico waiting to be discovered after you've seen Mexicali. Around 145 kilometres away to the west, top sights here include Tijuana Beach Promenade, Epic Adventure Park and LETRERO DE TIJUANA.
If you want to check out another major destination in Mexico, consider Ensenada, about 137 kilometres south-west of Mexicali. La Bufadora, Hussong’s Cantina and Rivera del Pacifico are key reasons to visit.
