General Lucio Blanco International Airport — Reynosa, Mexico

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Searching for an airport code near Reynosa? General Lucio Blanco International Airport is identified as REX (ICAO: MMRX).

Distance & flight time from REX

General Lucio Blanco International Airport

General Lucio Blanco International Airport serves Reynosa, a major industrial city in the Mexican state of Tamaulipas just across the border from McAllen, Texas. REX handles domestic flights to Mexico City and other major Mexican cities, serving business travelers connected to Reynosa's substantial maquiladora manufacturing sector. The airport's role has been shaped by the region's cross-border economy, with many travelers using REX in combination with land crossings to reach destinations in the United States. Named after a Mexican revolutionary general, the airport has undergone periodic upgrades to its terminal facilities to accommodate growing business and industrial travel demand in the northeastern border region.

Runways at General Lucio Blanco International Airport (REX)

RunwayLengthWidthSurface
13/316243 ft (1903 m)148 ft (45 m)ASP

Radio frequencies for General Lucio Blanco International Airport (REX)

TypeDescriptionFrequency
APPREYNOSA APP/TWR118.8 MHz

Airports near General Lucio Blanco International Airport (REX)

REX is General Lucio Blanco International Airport serving Reynosa, Mexico, near the Texas border. Searchers often want flight routes to Mexico City or clarification on how REX relates to nearby McAllen, Texas.

FAQ

What is the IATA code for General Lucio Blanco International Airport?

The IATA code for General Lucio Blanco International Airport is REX.

What is the ICAO code for General Lucio Blanco International Airport?

The ICAO code for General Lucio Blanco International Airport is MMRX. IATA codes are 3 letters used for baggage tags and booking; ICAO codes are 4 letters used by air traffic control and pilots.