Direct (nonstop) flights from Mexicali to Culiacan

1 airline flys nonstop from General Rodolfo Sanchez Taboada International (MXL) to Culiacan International (CUL). It's 718 miles (1,155 km), about 1h 49m in the air. Operated by Volaris.

MXL
General Rodolfo Sanchez Taboada International
🇲🇽 Mexicali, Mexico
CUL
Culiacan International
🇲🇽 Culiacan, Mexico
Flight Time
1h 49m
Distance
718 mi
1,155 km
CO₂/pax
133 kg
−26 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
Volaris
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Volaris Volaris

Route data last updated: May 28, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Volaris Y4 Volaris
Route
MXL → CUL
Flight Time
1h 49m
Distance
718 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Mexicali to Culiacan with one stop · direct emits 133 kg CO₂ per passenger

MXL HMO (Hermosillo) CUL
Leg 1: 1h 10m (349 mi) Leg 2: 1h 15m (370 mi) Total: ~2h 25m 🍃 159 kg CO₂ (+20% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MXL → HMO
1h 10m · 349 mi
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Leg 2
HMO → CUL
1h 15m · 370 mi
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MXL SJD (San Jose Cabo) CUL
Leg 1: 1h 57m (734 mi) Leg 2: 55m (180 mi) Total: ~2h 52m 🍃 194 kg CO₂ (+46% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MXL → SJD
1h 57m · 734 mi
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Leg 2
SJD → CUL
55m · 180 mi
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MXL GDL (Guadalajara) CUL
Leg 1: 2h 42m (1,112 mi) Leg 2: 1h 24m (395 mi) Total: ~4h 6m 🍃 286 kg CO₂ (+115% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MXL → GDL
2h 42m · 1,112 mi
View MXL to GDL flights →
Leg 2
GDL → CUL
1h 24m · 395 mi
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MXL MTY (Monterrey) CUL
Leg 1: 2h 33m (1,027 mi) Leg 2: 1h 35m (465 mi) Total: ~4h 8m 🍃 285 kg CO₂ (+114% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MXL → MTY
2h 33m · 1,027 mi
View MXL to MTY flights →
Leg 2
MTY → CUL
1h 35m · 465 mi
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MXL MEX (Mexico City) CUL
Leg 1: 3h 18m (1,351 mi) Leg 2: 2h 15m (651 mi) Total: ~5h 33m 🍃 373 kg CO₂ (+180% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MXL → MEX
3h 18m · 1,351 mi
View MXL to MEX flights →
Leg 2
MEX → CUL
2h 15m · 651 mi
View MEX to CUL flights →

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Mexicali to Culiacan?

A nonstop flight from Mexicali (MXL) to Culiacan (CUL) takes approximately 1 hours and 49 minutes. The distance is 718 miles (1,155 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Mexicali to Culiacan?

Just Volaris.

Is there a nonstop flight from Mexicali to Culiacan?

Yes. 1 airline: Volaris.

How far is Mexicali from Culiacan?

The flight distance from Mexicali to Culiacan is 718 miles (1,155 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as the length of Italy.

What type of aircraft flies from Mexicali to Culiacan?

At 1h 49m, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Mexicali to Culiacan?

Roughly 133 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 665 km.

Is the return flight from Culiacan to Mexicali also nonstop?

Yes — nonstop flights run both ways. Flight time may differ slightly due to wind patterns.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Mexicali to Culiacan?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. 3-6 weeks ahead is a good window for this route. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at General Rodolfo Sanchez Taboada International for this flight?

1.5-2 hours for domestic. Add more time during holidays or busy travel weekends.