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Sinaloa's main gateway serving northwest Mexico.
Opened
1928
Location
Culiacán, Mexico
Bachigualato Federal International Airport (IATA: CUL, ICAO: MMCL) is the primary commercial airport serving Culiacán, the capital of Sinaloa state in northwest Mexico. It handles both domestic and international passenger traffic, connecting the region to major Mexican cities and select destinations in the United States.
The airport is operated by Grupo Aeroportuario del Pacífico (GAP) and serves as an important hub for travel and commerce in Sinaloa. Its catchment area includes the agricultural-rich Culiacán valley, a significant economic zone for Mexico.
Terminals
The airport operates with a single passenger terminal handling both domestic and international flights.
Getting to & from
Ground transportation from the airport to downtown Culiacán is available via taxis, app-based ride services, and rental car agencies located on-site.
Airlines here
Major carriers operating at CUL include Aeroméxico, Volaris, VivaAerobus, and Aeromar, with connections primarily to Mexico City, Guadalajara, Tijuana, and some U.S. cities.
Notable facts
- ›Operated by Grupo Aeroportuario del Pacífico (GAP), one of Mexico's major airport groups.
- ›Named after the Bachigualato district where it is located, on the outskirts of Culiacán.
- ›Handles a significant volume of cargo traffic tied to Sinaloa's agricultural exports.
- ›Serves as an important point of entry for Mexican migrants returning from the United States.
- ›Culiacán is one of the largest cities in northwest Mexico, boosting the airport's passenger demand.
This profile is provided for general information only. Details may be inaccurate or outdated — always verify with the airport's official website before acting on them.
