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  "address": {
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    "addressCountry": "Mexico",
    "addressLocality": "Mexicali"
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  "airlines": [
    "Aerom\u00e9xico Connect",
    "Volaris",
    "Viva Aerobus"
  ],
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      "name": "Domestic to Domestic Connection Time",
      "value": "60 minutes"
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      "name": "Domestic to International Connection Time",
      "value": "90 minutes"
    },
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      "name": "International to Domestic Connection Time",
      "value": "90 minutes"
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      "value": "120 minutes"
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      "value": "120 minutes"
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  "city": "Mexicali",
  "code": "MXL",
  "connection_tips": "Mexicali International Airport (MXL), officially General Rodolfo S\u00e1nchez Taboada International Airport, works best when you plan the road segment as carefully as the flight. Travelers with onward U.S. bookings should avoid treating airport arrival time as border-arrival time, because even a short delay in baggage delivery or the road transfer can ripple into a much longer wait at the crossing. Keep pesos ready for the first ground leg, confirm with your driver which border crossing you are using if heading north, and leave cushion if another reservation on the U.\n\nThe airport is east of central Mexicali, and most onward transfers are by authorized airport taxi, arranged pickup, rental car, or app-based ride where available rather than by a simple urban bus from the terminal. For travelers staying in Mexicali, the airport is straightforward and usually easier to navigate than larger cross-border options, but late arrivals still benefit from a confirmed ride instead of an improvised plan. S. side depends on your arrival. MXL is efficient as a Baja California gateway, but the airport-to-city or airport-to-border handoff is where most timing problems actually arise.\n\nIf your trip continues into the United States, remember that landing at MXL only gets you to the Mexican side of the border; you still need a separate road transfer and a realistic allowance for traffic and border-processing time at Calexico. If your real connection is to an intercity bus, go into the city and continue from the main bus terminal rather than expecting a long-distance coach operation from the airport itself.",
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  "frequent_traveler_tip": [
    "Buy a prepaid taxi ticket inside the terminal to ensure a fixed fare.",
    "Cross the border at the East Port of Entry for shorter queues if you have a car.",
    "The airport is a great alternative to TIJ for those in the Imperial Valley.",
    "Try the local Mexicali-style Chinese food in town before you fly.",
    "Check-in is fast; 90-120 minutes early is plenty of time."
  ],
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  "iataCode": "MXL",
  "icao": "MMML",
  "international": true,
  "last_modified": "June 2026",
  "last_updated": "2026-03-29",
  "latitude": 32.6306,
  "layover_planner_info": "Modern amenities are available; the terminal offers dining and retail options for shorter layovers. The city center and border crossing are a short drive away for longer stays.",
  "longitude": -115.2417,
  "mct_domestic_to_domestic": 60,
  "mct_domestic_to_international": 90,
  "mct_interline": 120,
  "mct_international_to_domestic": 90,
  "mct_international_to_international": 120,
  "missed_connection_help": "Contact your airline's service desk at the terminal for assistance with missed or delayed flights.",
  "name": "General Rodolfo S\u00e1nchez Taboada International Airport",
  "region": "North America",
  "related_airports": [
    {
      "code": "TIJ",
      "name": "Tijuana International Airport"
    },
    {
      "code": "CXL",
      "name": "Calexico International Airport"
    },
    {
      "code": "UAC",
      "name": "San Luis R\u00edo Colorado Airport"
    }
  ],
  "terminal_info": "General Rodolfo S\u00e1nchez Taboada International Airport (MXL) serves the city of Mexicali, the capital of Baja California, Mexico. The terminal is a modern and functional facility that has undergone several renovations to handle an increasing volume of both domestic and international traffic. It features a straightforward layout with standard amenities, including several check-in counters, security areas, and customs and immigration facilities for international passengers.\n\nInside the terminal, travelers have access to a variety of services, including a selection of shops, several cafes and restaurants offering both Mexican and international cuisine, and comfortable waiting lounges. The airport is equipped with modern baggage handling systems and provides efficient processing for all passengers. It serves as a major gateway for the northern Baja California region, connecting Mexicali with key domestic destinations like Mexico City, Guadalajara, and Monterrey, as well as seasonal international charter flights.\n\nGround transportation from the airport to Mexicali city center and the nearby U.S. border crossing at Calexico is well-developed, with dedicated taxi ranks and car rental agencies available directly outside the terminal. The airport's location in the fertile Mexicali Valley makes it a strategic asset for the regional economy, supporting the agriculture, manufacturing, and tourism sectors. It remains a professional and welcoming entry point for business and leisure travelers visiting the border region.",
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