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Calexico International Airport (CXL/KCXL) is a small city-owned general aviation airport in Imperial County, California, located just west of downtown Calexico and roughly a mile from the U.S.-Mexico border. It has a single asphalt runway and primarily supports private aircraft, flight training, and agricultural aviation in the Imperial Valley, with no scheduled commercial airline service. Its border location makes it a convenient general aviation stop for the Calexico-Mexicali region.
💡 Local Tip
Frequent visitors know to check density altitude and wind before flying in summer—Imperial Valley heat can sharply reduce small-aircraft performance—and to call ahead about fuel, after-hours access, or parking because on-site services are limited.
🚖 Getting There
The airport is just west of downtown Calexico, so driving, taxi, or rideshare is the most practical way to get there; public transit does not stop directly at the field. From Interstate 8, take Highway 111 south into Calexico and follow local signs to the airport. If crossing from Mexicali, use the Calexico West Port of Entry and allow extra time for border queues.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Does Calexico International Airport have commercial airline service?
A: No. CXL is a general aviation airport with no scheduled passenger airlines; traffic is mainly private, instructional, and agricultural aircraft.
Q: What are the airport codes for Calexico International Airport?
A: The airport uses IATA code CXL, ICAO code KCXL, and FAA location identifier CXL.
Q: How close is CXL to the U.S.-Mexico border?
A: It is in Calexico, California, about a mile or two from the Calexico West Port of Entry and the border with Mexicali, Mexico.
Q: Can international flights arrive at CXL?
A: The airport is named International, but international general aviation arrivals should confirm customs and border clearance availability with the airport or CBP well in advance.
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