Bachigualato Federal International Airport — Culiacán, Mexico

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Looking for the Culiacán airport code? Bachigualato Federal International Airport's IATA code is CUL (ICAO: MMCL).

Distance & flight time from CUL

Bachigualato Federal International Airport

Serving Sinaloa's capital in one of Mexico's most productive agricultural regions, Bachigualato Federal International Airport carries the code CUL and moves substantial cargo tonnage tied to the state's export produce alongside its passenger traffic. Domestic routes link Culiacan with Mexico City, Tijuana, and major US border cities, reflecting deep commercial and family ties between Sinaloa and Mexican communities in the United States. The terminal has been modernized over the years to accommodate growing demand from business travelers connected to agribusiness, seafood processing, and manufacturing. Surrounded by irrigated farmland fed by rivers descending from the Sierra Madre Occidental, the airport functions as the essential transportation anchor for a state whose economy depends heavily on exporting fresh vegetables to American and Canadian markets throughout the winter growing season.

Runways at Bachigualato Federal International Airport (CUL)

RunwayLengthWidthSurface
03/217365 ft (2245 m)148 ft (45 m)ASP

Radio frequencies for Bachigualato Federal International Airport (CUL)

TypeDescriptionFrequency
APPAPP119.75 MHz
ATISATIS127.8 MHz
TWRTWR118.5 MHz

Airports near Bachigualato Federal International Airport (CUL)

CUL sits on flat agricultural land a few kilometers from central Culiacan; the airport handles significant refrigerated cargo tied to Sinaloa's produce exports.

FAQ

What is the IATA code for Bachigualato Federal International Airport?

The IATA code for Bachigualato Federal International Airport is CUL.

What is the ICAO code for Bachigualato Federal International Airport?

The ICAO code for Bachigualato Federal International Airport is MMCL. IATA codes are 3 letters used for baggage tags and booking; ICAO codes are 4 letters used by air traffic control and pilots.