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Nogales International Airport (OLS/KOLS) is a county-owned general aviation airport in southern Arizona, located about 9 miles northeast of downtown Nogales and roughly 60 miles south of Tucson. It has no scheduled airline service but supports private, business, and charter aircraft, and its international designation reflects proximity to the U.S.-Mexico border and available customs processing for general aviation. The field sits at about 4,000 feet elevation near the Santa Cruz River valley.
💡 Local Tip
Frequent visitors plan departures for early morning: hot summer afternoons bring high density altitude and monsoon gusts, and CBP staffing at this small border airport is not guaranteed 24/7.
🚖 Getting There
By car, reach the airport from I-19 and local roads northeast of Nogales; the drive from downtown takes about 15–20 minutes. There is no public transit to the terminal, and taxi/rideshare availability can be limited, so arrange ground transportation or a rental car in advance. If arriving from Mexico, allow extra time for border inspection and confirm customs staffing before departure.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Does Nogales International Airport have commercial airline service?
A: No. OLS is a general aviation airport with no scheduled passenger airlines; it primarily handles private, business, and charter flights.
Q: Is customs available at the airport?
A: Yes, U.S. Customs and Border Protection can process international general aviation arrivals, but hours and availability may be limited, so call ahead before planning a cross-border flight.
Q: How far is the airport from downtown Nogales?
A: It is about 9 miles northeast of downtown Nogales, typically a 15- to 20-minute drive depending on traffic and border-area conditions.
Q: What runway facilities does OLS offer?
A: The airport has a main asphalt runway (3/21) about 7,200 feet long and a crosswind runway (12/30) about 4,200 feet long, with pilot-controlled lighting and basic general aviation services.
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