Which airport should I fly into for Apatzingán?

For long-haul and international flights, General Francisco J. Mujica International Airport (MLM) is the main gateway near Apatzingán. The closest airport, Lazaro Cardenas Airport (LZC), is the most convenient for transfers — weigh proximity against the breadth of flight connections.

How far is the airport from Apatzingán?

The nearest is about 76 mi (122 km) away. The table above shows the distance and an estimated transfer time for each airport within about 300 km.

How do I get from the airport into Apatzingán?

Most airports offer taxis and ride-hailing, and many add a rail, metro or bus link into the city. Tap any airport above for a full guide with ground-transport options, lounges and transit details.

Airports Near Apatzingán

The closest airports to Apatzingán, Mexico: IATA codes, names and distances, each with a full airport guide covering terminals, lounges and transit.

The nearest airport to Apatzingán, Mexico is Lazaro Cardenas Airport (LZC), about 76 mi (122 km) away — roughly 1 hr 46 min by road. For long-haul flights, the main international gateway is General Francisco J. Mujica International Airport (MLM).

Code	Airport	Distance	Transfer	Type
LZC	Lazaro Cardenas AirportLazaro Cardenas, Mexico	76 mi / 122 km	1 hr 46 min	Regional
CLQ	Lic. Miguel de la Madrid AirportColima, Mexico	81 mi / 130 km	1 hr 53 min	Regional
MLM	General Francisco J. Mujica International AirportMorelia, Mexico	101 mi / 163 km	2 hr 21 min	International
GDL	Don Miguel Hidalgo Y Costilla International AirportGuadalajara, Mexico	117 mi / 188 km	2 hr 43 min	International
ZIH	Ixtapa Zihuatanejo International AirportIxtapa, Mexico	118 mi / 190 km	2 hr 45 min	International
CYW	Captain Rogelio Castillo National AirportCelaya, Mexico	139 mi / 223 km	3 hr 13 min	Regional
BJX	Del Bajio International AirportSilao, Mexico	144 mi / 231 km	3 hr 20 min	International
ZLO	Playa De Oro International AirportManzanillo, Mexico	144 mi / 231 km	3 hr 20 min	International

Distances are straight-line; transfer times are road estimates. "Type" flags major/international gateways.

Which airport is best?

For the shortest transfer, Lazaro Cardenas Airport (LZC) is the most convenient at about 76 mi out. If you're flying internationally or want the widest choice of routes, General Francisco J. Mujica International Airport (MLM) (101 mi) is the bigger gateway — worth the extra distance for long-haul or cheaper fares.

Getting to and from the airport

Taxis and ride-hailing serve every airport here, and the larger ones usually add a rail, metro or bus link into Apatzingán. Allow extra time in peak traffic. For exact routes, times and fares, open the airport guide — start with LZC.

Hotels near the airport

For early departures or late arrivals, a hotel near LZC saves a stressful morning transfer.

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Travel tips

Compare the total door-to-door time, not just the airfare — a cheaper flight into a distant airport can cost more once you add the transfer. Check whether your airport has a direct train or metro before defaulting to a taxi, and for international arrivals, confirm any visa or transit rules in advance.

Frequently asked questions

The nearest airport to Apatzingán is Lazaro Cardenas Airport (LZC), about 76 mi (122 km) away — roughly 1 hr 46 min by road.