Flying from Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU) to Mexicali Airport (MXL): what you need to know
To ensure you catch your NLU to MXL flight, leave enough time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Be prepared for longer queues during popular months such as January. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
If you want to check out a new city along the way, consider a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport to Mexicali Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Gen Mariano Escobedo Airport is a well-known stop between NLU and MXL.
How to find the cheapest flights from Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU) to Mexicali Airport (MXL)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport to Mexicali Airport flight is R 1,085. A return ticket is currently R 2,142. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
It's usually best to book early if you want to get cheap tickets from NLU to MXL. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport to Mexicali Airport throughout the entire month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your plans aren't set in stone.
You don't need to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment there's a new deal on cheap flights from NLU to MXL.
Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport to Mexicali Airport.
Handy information about Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU)
67.58% of flights that depart Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
To reach Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport from central Mexico City, it takes about 55 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 40 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Catching public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour 45 minutes.
Booking a night at a hotel can take the stress out of reaching the airport on time. If you need a place to stay before your flight from Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport to Mexicali Airport, have a look at Verticca Hotel. It's a quick drive from NLU.
Arriving at Mexicali Airport (MXL)
Consider a stay at Preciosa Casa Para 10 Personas after touching down from your Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport to Mexicali Airport flight. It's only a short drive from MXL and a good option if you're eager to relax as soon as possible.
Follow your own route with a Mexicali Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Firefly, Europcar or Keddy By Europcar and experience more of Mexicali and beyond.
Increase your chances of securing the lowest price by booking early. Reserving your vehicle from Mexicali Airport several weeks in advance is a smart move.
Getting from Mexicali Airport (MXL) to central Mexicali
From Mexicali Airport, Mexicali is approximately 23 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to drive to the centre.
When to fly to Mexicali Airport (MXL)
July is the most popular month for flights from Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport to Mexicali Airport. To avoid the crowds, travel to Mexicali in April.
Lock in your flight from Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport to Mexicali Airport for July if you'd like to visit Mexicali during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 27ºC (81ºF) and 46ºC (115ºF).
December sees average temperatures of between 7ºC (45ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF). Look for cheap tickets from NLU to MXL sometime around then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Mexico
Tijuana is just one of the many cities in Mexico waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Mexicali. Around 145 kilometres away to the west, top sights here include Avenida Revolucion, Tijuana Cultural Centre and Tijuana Arch.
Around 137 kilometres south-west of Mexicali, Ensenada is another favourite stop in Mexico. Start your sightseeing at Colinas de San Carlos, WALIN and Guillermo Valencia.