Airports Near Chichen Itza
Chichen Itza — Tinum, Mexico. The closest airports, distances, and the best gateway to fly into.
The nearest airport to Chichen Itza is Felipe Carrillo Puerto International Airport (TQO), about 68 mi (110 km) away — roughly a 2 hr 3 min transfer by road.
Nearest airports to Chichen Itza
| Airport | Distance | By road |
|---|---|---|
| Felipe Carrillo Puerto International Airport (TQO)Intl | 68 mi | 2 hr 3 min |
| Licenciado Manuel Crescencio Rejon Int Airport (MID) | 73 mi | 1 hr 41 min |
| Cozumel International Airport (CZM)Intl | 107 mi | 2 hr 29 min |
| Cancun International Airport (CUN)Intl | 112 mi | 2 hr 36 min |
| Ingeniero Alberto Acuna Ongay International Airport (CPE)Intl | 139 mi | 3 hr 13 min |
| Chetumal International Airport (CTM)Intl | 152 mi | 3 hr 31 min |
Straight-line distance and an estimated road transfer time. Airports marked “Intl” are major international gateways with the widest choice of flights.
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Getting to Chichen Itza
Chichen Itza sits in Tinum, Mexico. The nearest airport, Felipe Carrillo Puerto International Airport (TQO), is the natural arrival point, about a 2 hr 3 min transfer away.
Which airport should you fly into?
If you are flying internationally, the major gateway is almost always the better choice — more routes, more competition on fares, and easier onward transport. A smaller airport closer to Chichen Itza can save transfer time, but usually only makes sense if you are already in the region or connecting on a domestic flight. Compare the journey time in the table above against the fare difference before deciding.
From the airport to Chichen Itza
The simplest option after a long flight is a pre-booked private transfer that meets you at arrivals. Taxis and ride-hailing apps work well over shorter distances, and many gateways have train or bus links into the city. Build the transfer time into your plans — especially if you have a timed entry ticket for Chichen Itza.
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Frequently Asked Questions
The closest airport is Felipe Carrillo Puerto International Airport (TQO), about 68 mi (110 km) from Chichen Itza.
