Flying from Phoenix to Culiacan International Airport (CUL): what you need to know
Planning your getaway begins with working out where you'll leave from in Phoenix. Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX) is the city's main airport, so check out your options for booking a flight from Phoenix to Culiacan International Airport (CUL) taking off from here.
The average time for a direct flight from Phoenix to Culiacan International Airport is 1 hour 49 minutes.
Phoenix and Culiacan (where Culiacan International Airport is located) share the UTC-7 timezone. That means you won't need to change your watch once you land.
The busiest route is from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX) to Culiacan International Airport (CUL), with 2 direct services every week. If you'd like to get going as soon as possible, the earliest flight from PHX to CUL is the 11:38 Volaris option. If you prefer to leave later in the day, the final departure is at 13:57 with Volaris.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Phoenix to CUL. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the mad dash to your gate.
If you're getting away during a popular month like July, head to the airport even earlier. It's wise to arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours ahead of a domestic departure. Check-in and security lines will be longer during peak periods like spring break and summer.
Airports in Phoenix
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX)
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX) will have you travelling directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Phoenix to Culiacan International Airport (CUL) operate out of this terminal.
When leaving from PHX, you can take a direct flight from Phoenix to Culiacan International Airport with Volaris.
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to take a travel break — and maybe even explore a different city. When searching for flights from Phoenix to CUL departing from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Here are some popular options to consider:
Tijuana Airport (TIJ)
Los Cabos International Airport (SJD)
Gen Mariano Escobedo Airport (MTY)
From the centre of Phoenix, PHX is approximately 8 kilometres away. Check the official airport website or use navigation apps to work out the best way to get there.
In search of a convenient hotel close to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Phoenix to Culiacan International Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure lounge:
About Culiacan International Airport (CUL)
Consider staying in a hotel near CUL if you're taking a late flight from Phoenix to Culiacan International Airport. Pick one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from Culiacan International Airport (CUL) to central Culiacan
Culiacan International Airport is approximately 11 kilometres from the centre of Culiacan. With a car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is about 23 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Phoenix to Culiacan International Airport (CUL)
C$243 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Phoenix to Culiacan International Airport. Return flights start from C$498. Prices are subject to change based on availability and may vary at the time of booking.
It's usually best to book as early as possible if you want to find flight tickets from Phoenix to CUL. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the departure date.
Finding flight tickets from Phoenix to Culiacan International Airport is more likely if you're flexible with your travel dates. Check out the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest prices throughout the month and bag a great deal.
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The best time to fly from Phoenix to Culiacan International Airport (CUL)
July is the most popular month to catch a flight from Phoenix to Culiacan International Airport while April is the quietest. To work out the best time to visit Culiacan, consider whether you prefer a lively vibe or a quieter pace.
Think about the type of weather that'll suit your plans for Culiacan. The warmest month is June. Lock in your flights from Phoenix to CUL during then and you can expect temperatures of between 22ºC and 38ºC.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from Phoenix to Culiacan International Airport in January when temperatures average between 11ºC and 30ºC.
More about Culiacan
Start your Culiacan trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Phoenix to Culiacan International Airport, browse our range of hotels including:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be tricky to work out where to begin. Catedral Basilica De Nuestra Senora Del Rosario, MASIN Museo de Arte de Sinaloa and Centro de Ciencias de Sinaloa are highlights which should feature on any well-planned Culiacan itinerary.
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