Airports Near San Juan del Río
The closest airports to San Juan del Río, Mexico: IATA codes, names and distances, each with a full airport guide covering terminals, lounges and transit.
The nearest airport to San Juan del Río, Mexico is Queretaro Intercontinental Airport (QRO), about 20 mi (32 km) away — roughly 38 min by road. For long-haul flights, the main international gateway is General Francisco J. Mujica International Airport (MLM).
| Code | Airport | Distance | Transfer | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| QRO | Queretaro Intercontinental AirportQueretaro, Mexico | 20 mi / 32 km | 38 min | Regional |
| CYW | Captain Rogelio Castillo National AirportCelaya, Mexico | 58 mi / 94 km | 1 hr 45 min | Regional |
| MLM | General Francisco J. Mujica International AirportMorelia, Mexico | 76 mi / 123 km | 1 hr 47 min | International |
| NLU | Felipe Angeles International AirportSanta Lucia, Mexico | 77 mi / 124 km | 1 hr 47 min | International |
| TLC | Licenciado Adolfo Lopez Mateos International AirportToluca, Mexico | 78 mi / 125 km | 1 hr 48 min | International |
| MEX | Licenciado Benito Juarez International AirportMexico City, Mexico | 89 mi / 143 km | 2 hr 4 min | International |
| BJX | Del Bajio International AirportSilao, Mexico | 104 mi / 168 km | 2 hr 26 min | International |
| PBC | Hermanos Serdan International AirportPuebla, Mexico | 135 mi / 218 km | 3 hr 9 min | International |
Distances are straight-line; transfer times are road estimates. "Type" flags major/international gateways.
Which airport is best?
For the shortest transfer, Queretaro Intercontinental Airport (QRO) is the most convenient at about 20 mi out. If you're flying internationally or want the widest choice of routes, General Francisco J. Mujica International Airport (MLM) (76 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 San Juan del Río. Allow extra time in peak traffic. For exact routes, times and fares, open the airport guide — start with QRO.
Hotels near the airport
For early departures or late arrivals, a hotel near QRO 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 San Juan del Río is Queretaro Intercontinental Airport (QRO), about 20 mi (32 km) away — roughly 38 min by road.