Travelling from Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport (PHX) to Culiacan Airport (CUL): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport to Culiacan Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 1 hour 50 minutes.
Phoenix and Culiacan are both in the UTC-7 timezone. This means you won't have to change your watch on arrival.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Be at the airport on time to board your PHX to CUL flight.
You can expect bigger queues in popular months such as April. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
Volaris offers direct flights from Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport to Culiacan Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to see the sights in Culiacan — and maybe even more of Mexico if your schedule allows.
Volaris is the top choice for travellers on this route.
Volaris leads the way as the most punctual carrier for PHX to CUL flights, with 85.71% of services arriving on schedule.
If you'd like to add a stop to your trip, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport to Culiacan Airport. Here are the top stopovers between PHX and CUL:
Monterrey Gen Mariano Escobedo Airport
Tijuana Airport
Los Cabos International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport (PHX) to Culiacan Airport (CUL)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport to Culiacan Airport flight is 105 €. A round-trip fare is currently 276 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Get cheap tickets from PHX to CUL by booking one month ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport to Culiacan Airport is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have a flexible schedule.
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Handy information about Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport (PHX)
You'll find PHX at 3400 Sky Harbour Boulevard.
Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport maintains a strong on-time record, reducing your chances of a delayed flight. Departures from PHX arrive on schedule 80% of the time.
To reach Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport from central Phoenix, it takes around 10 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 5 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a trip time of roughly 25 minutes when using public transport.
Get your travels off to a leisurely start by staying near PHX. Whether you're taking an early flight from Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport to Culiacan Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays have you covered:
Arriving at Culiacan Airport (CUL)
If you're getting in on a late Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport to Culiacan Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed shortly after at one of these hotels near CUL:
Pick up a Culiacan Airport rental car and explore Culiacan and beyond with your own set of wheels. Thrifty, MEX and Budget are leading providers to choose from here.
To lock in the lowest rate, reserve your ride from Culiacan Airport a few weeks in advance. Prices generally rise closer to the day of travel.
Getting from Culiacan Airport (CUL) to central Culiacan
From Culiacan Airport, Culiacan is approximately 24 kilometres away. It takes around 30 minutes to reach the centre driving.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour.
When to fly to Culiacan Airport (CUL)
July is the busiest month for flights from Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport to Culiacan Airport. For smaller crowds, visit Culiacan in March.
When booking your flight from Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport to Culiacan Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. May is the warmest month in Culiacan, with temperatures ranging from 19ºC (66ºF) to 37ºC (99ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from PHX to CUL in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 11ºC (52ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF) on average.
Explore more of Mexico
You've done Culiacan, now it's time to explore other corners of Mexico. Journey about 451 kilometres north to Chihuahua to tick off its leading attractions. From Our Lady of Guadalupe to Plaza Mayor de Chihuahua and Acueducto De Chihuahua, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Around 402 kilometres east of Culiacan, Torreon is another favourite stop in Mexico. No visit is complete without checking out Plaza de Armas, Cathedral of Ntra. Sra. Del Carmen and Territorio Santos Modelo.