Sinaloa's gateway serving Mexico's Pacific Pearl resort city.
Opened
1974
Location
Mazatlán, Mexico
General Rafael Buelna International Airport (IATA: MZT, ICAO: MMMZ) is the primary commercial airport serving Mazatlán, Sinaloa, on Mexico's Pacific Coast. Named after Mexican Revolutionary general Rafael Buelna, the airport handles both domestic and international passenger traffic, with strong seasonal demand driven by Mazatlán's tourism industry.
The airport serves as a key entry point for travelers heading to Mazatlán's beaches, historic Old Town (Zona Histórica), and resort zone (Zona Dorada). It handles flights from major Mexican cities as well as direct international routes from the United States and Canada, particularly during the winter tourist season.
Passenger numbers have grown steadily as Mazatlán has expanded its tourism infrastructure. The airport underwent modernization efforts in recent years to improve capacity and passenger experience, reflecting the city's growing profile as a resort destination.
Terminals
The airport operates a single main terminal building handling both domestic and international arrivals and departures.
Getting to & from
Ground transport options include taxis, airport shuttle vans (colectivos), and rental car services connecting the airport to the hotel zone and city center, roughly 20–25 km away.
Airlines here
Major carriers serving MZT include Aeroméxico, Volaris, VivaAerobus, and international seasonal charters and scheduled services from airlines such as Alaska Airlines and WestJet.
Notable facts
- ›Named after General Rafael Buelna, a Sinaloan military officer during the Mexican Revolution.
- ›Located approximately 20 km southeast of Mazatlán's city center.
- ›Experiences peak passenger volumes during winter months due to snowbird and tourist traffic from the US and Canada.
- ›The airport supports both international scheduled services and charter flights from North America.
- ›Mazatlán is one of Mexico's oldest Pacific resort cities, contributing to stable leisure travel demand at MZT.
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