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  "@type": "Airport",
  "address": {
    "@type": "PostalAddress",
    "addressCountry": "Mexico",
    "addressLocality": "Ciudad Obreg\u00f3n"
  },
  "airlines": [
    "Aerom\u00e9xico Connect",
    "Viva Aerobus",
    "Volaris",
    "A\u00e9reo Servicio Guerrero"
  ],
  "amenityFeature": [
    {
      "@type": "LocationFeatureSpecification",
      "name": "Domestic to Domestic Connection Time",
      "value": "30 minutes"
    },
    {
      "@type": "LocationFeatureSpecification",
      "name": "Domestic to International Connection Time",
      "value": "60 minutes"
    },
    {
      "@type": "LocationFeatureSpecification",
      "name": "International to Domestic Connection Time",
      "value": "60 minutes"
    },
    {
      "@type": "LocationFeatureSpecification",
      "name": "International to International Connection Time",
      "value": "75 minutes"
    },
    {
      "@type": "LocationFeatureSpecification",
      "name": "Interline Connection Time",
      "value": "90 minutes"
    }
  ],
  "city": "Ciudad Obreg\u00f3n",
  "code": "CEN",
  "connection_tips": "Ciudad Obreg\u00f3n International Airport (CEN) is relatively easy to use as a local Sonora airport, but wider connection strategy still matters. Most larger domestic and international itineraries route through Mexico City, Tijuana, or another major hub, so if the onward flight is important, the place to protect the schedule is there rather than at the compact airport in Ciudad Obreg\u00f3n. The airport itself is manageable. The larger network handoff is where risk grows.\n\nThat is especially true if Mexico City is involved. Even when the route structure looks clean on paper, a domestic arrival feeding a long-haul departure can still be vulnerable to schedule shifts, baggage handling, and terminal-process friction. A conservative same-day buffer is usually wiser than trying to optimize every minute out of the connection.\n\nFor arrivals into Ciudad Obreg\u00f3n, the airport is useful precisely because the road transfer into town is not difficult. Taxis and pre-arranged pickups work well, and if the city itself is your destination, CEN can be very efficient. If you are continuing into the Yaqui Valley or onward by road, however, that final transfer should still be planned before you land. CEN works best when you use its compact size as a local advantage and keep the fragile connection logic at the major Mexican hub where the rest of the itinerary actually becomes hard to recover.",
  "country": "Mexico",
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  "frequent_traveler_tip": [
    "Aerom\u00e9xico offers the most frequent links - use their mobile app for fast check-in.",
    "Arriving 90 minutes before domestic flights is usually enough for this efficient terminal.",
    "The VIP lounge on the upper floor is great during hot Sonoran afternoons.",
    "Airport taxis have fixed rates - verify prices at the desk before exiting arrivals.",
    "Find local Sonoran dried meats and sweets in terminal shops for unique souvenirs."
  ],
  "global_map_link": "https://www.google.com/maps?q=MMCN",
  "google_maps_reviews": {
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    "recent_reviews": [],
    "total_reviews": 0
  },
  "hotel_affiliate_link": "https://book.beatthatflight.com.au/?currency=MXN",
  "iataCode": "CEN",
  "icao": "MMCN",
  "international": false,
  "last_modified": "June 2026",
  "last_updated": "2026-03-29",
  "latitude": 27.3925991058,
  "layover_planner_info": "Modern terminal with VIP lounge, basic dining, and duty-free shopping. Ciudad Obreg\u00f3n city center is a 20-minute drive away.",
  "longitude": -109.8330001831,
  "mct_domestic_to_domestic": 30,
  "mct_domestic_to_international": 60,
  "mct_interline": 90,
  "mct_international_to_domestic": 60,
  "mct_international_to_international": 75,
  "missed_connection_help": "Contact the respective airline service desks located in the main check-in hall on the ground floor.",
  "name": "Ciudad Obreg\u00f3n International Airport",
  "region": "North America",
  "related_airports": [
    {
      "code": "MEX",
      "name": "Mexico City International Airport"
    },
    {
      "code": "GYM",
      "name": "General Jos\u00e9 Mar\u00eda Y\u00e1\u00f1ez International Airport"
    },
    {
      "code": "XAL",
      "name": "\u00c1lamos Airport"
    }
  ],
  "terminal_info": "Ciudad Obreg\u00f3n International Airport (CEN), also known by its ICAO code MMCN, is a modern and efficient aviation facility serving the city of Ciudad Obreg\u00f3n and the fertile Yaqui Valley in the southern part of the state of Sonora, Mexico. Located approximately 15 kilometers southeast of the city center, the airport acts as a critical gateway for the region's prominent agricultural, industrial, and commercial sectors. The facility is operated by Aeropuertos y Servicios Auxiliares (ASA) and is recognized for its high standards of maintenance and its role in connecting southern Sonora with the rest of Mexico and the southern United States.\n\nThe airport features a well-designed, two-story passenger terminal that efficiently manages both domestic and international traffic. The ground floor houses the main entrance hall, airline check-in counters, and a centralized arrivals area with modern baggage claim carousels. It also contains the immigration and customs facilities, which are essential for the airport's international designation. The upper floor is dedicated to departing passengers, featuring a streamlined security checkpoint that leads to a spacious departures concourse. The terminal is equipped with three boarding gates, two of which are fitted with telescopic jet bridges to ensure a comfortable boarding process regardless of the weather conditions.\n\nAmenities at Ciudad Obreg\u00f3n International are comprehensive, catering to a mix of business and leisure travelers. The departures level includes a commercial area with several cafes and snack bars serving both local Sonoran refreshments and international favorites. For premium passengers, a dedicated VIP lounge is available on the upper floor, providing a quiet environment with comfortable seating, Wi-Fi, and workstations. The terminal also hosts a variety of retail shops selling regional souvenirs, travel essentials, and handicrafts. Essential passenger services such as currency exchange, multiple ATMs, and car rental desks for major brands like Avis and Hertz are all conveniently located within the main hall.\n\nCEN provides robust connectivity within Mexico, serving as a key destination for the country's major carriers, including Aerom\u00e9xico, Viva Aerobus, and Volaris. Frequent non-stop flights connect Ciudad Obreg\u00f3n with national hubs such as Mexico City (both MEX and NLU), Tijuana, Guadalajara, and Monterrey. These routes are vital for the regional economy, facilitating the rapid movement of personnel and high-value cargo. Ground transportation is well-organized, with an official taxi rank offering regulated fares to central Ciudad Obreg\u00f3n and the neighboring industrial zones. The airport's strategic location near the Federal Highway 15 ensures easy access for travelers from across the southern Sonora and northern Sinaloa regions.",
  "terminal_map_url": "https://www.aeropuertosgap.com.mx/en/ciudad-obregon.html"
}