Which airport should I fly into for Matamoros?

For long-haul and international flights, Francisco Sarabia International Airport (TRC) is the main gateway near Matamoros. The closest airport, Francisco Sarabia International Airport (TRC), is the most convenient for transfers — weigh proximity against the breadth of flight connections.

How far is the airport from Matamoros?

The nearest is about 12 mi (19 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 Matamoros?

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 Matamoros

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

The nearest airport to Matamoros, Mexico is Francisco Sarabia International Airport (TRC), about 12 mi (19 km) away — roughly 40 min by road. It also serves as the area's main international gateway.

Code	Airport	Distance	Transfer	Type
TRC	Francisco Sarabia International AirportTorreon, Mexico	12 mi / 19 km	40 min	International
DGO	General Guadalupe Victoria International AirportDurango, Mexico	127 mi / 204 km	2 hr 57 min	International
SLW	Plan De Guadalupe International AirportSaltillo, Mexico	144 mi / 231 km	3 hr 20 min	International
ZCL	General Leobardo C. Ruiz International AirportZacatecas, Mexico	185 mi / 298 km	4 hr 18 min	International

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

Which airport is best?

For the shortest transfer, Francisco Sarabia International Airport (TRC) is the most convenient at about 12 mi out. Larger airports a little farther out can offer more connections, so it's worth comparing fares before booking.

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 Matamoros. Allow extra time in peak traffic. For exact routes, times and fares, open the airport guide — start with TRC.

Hotels near the airport

For early departures or late arrivals, a hotel near TRC 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 Matamoros is Francisco Sarabia International Airport (TRC), about 12 mi (19 km) away — roughly 40 min by road.