Transportation Section

Transportation in Mexicali

Everything you need to know about the international airport, border crossings, and bus station of Mexicali. How to get there, schedules, services, and practical tips.

Transportation Modes

Detailed information about Mexicali's transportation infrastructure and its border region.

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Mexicali-Calexico Border Crossings

East and West border crossings

LIVE wait times, hours, requirements and tips for crossing the border.

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International Airport

General Rodolfo Sánchez Taboada International Airport

Flights, airlines, car rentals, taxis, services and how to get to MXL.

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Bus Station

Long-distance bus terminal

Bus lines, destinations, estimated fares and services of the Mexicali Bus Station.

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1.27M passengers

In 2025, MXL Airport served more than 1.27 million passengers, ranking #24 in Mexico.

10 direct destinations

Non-stop flights to Mexico City, Guadalajara, Monterrey, Cabo, Vallarta, and other domestic destinations.

20 km from downtown

The airport is east of the city, accessible by car, taxi, Uber, or rental car. 25-35 min ride.

Crossing into Calexico?

Check live wait times at Calexico West (downtown) and Calexico East — cars, pedestrians and SENTRI — plus the best time to cross.

Live border wait times

Using the east port? Calexico East: hours and wait · Flying instead? MXL International Airport