Ciudad Obregon Airport
Ciudad Obregón International Airport, identified by IATA code CEN and ICAO code MMCN, is a medium airport serving Ciudad Obregón in the state of Sonora, Mexico. For many travelers, it functions as the city’s main air gateway, offering a simpler and more manageable arrival experience than larger hub airports. Its relatively modest scale can make moving from check-in to security and from baggage claim to ground transportation feel quicker and less stressful, which is especially helpful for visitors heading into the city or onward to the wider Yaqui Valley region.
About Ciudad Obregon Airport
Ciudad Obregón International Airport, identified by IATA code CEN and ICAO code MMCN, is a medium airport serving Ciudad Obregón in the state of Sonora, Mexico. For many travelers, it functions as the city’s main air gateway, offering a simpler and more manageable arrival experience than larger hub airports. Its relatively modest scale can make moving from check-in to security and from baggage claim to ground transportation feel quicker and less stressful, which is especially helpful for visitors heading into the city or onward to the wider Yaqui Valley region.
Overview
Ciudad Obregón International Airport, identified by IATA code CEN and ICAO code MMCN, is a medium airport serving Ciudad Obregón in the state of Sonora, Mexico. For many travelers, it functions as the city’s main air gateway, offering a simpler and more manageable arrival experience than larger hub airports. Its relatively modest scale can make moving from check-in to security and from baggage claim to ground transportation feel quicker and less stressful, which is especially helpful for visitors heading into the city or onward to the wider Yaqui Valley region.
Key facts
- Serves Ciudad Obregón, Mexico, as the area’s principal commercial airport
- Airport type: medium airport
- Elevation: 243 feet (74 meters) above sea level
- One runway: 13/31, measuring 7,546 feet, with an asphalt surface and lighting
- Time zone: America/Hermosillo
- Official website: http://obregon.asa.gob.mx/wb/webasa/obregon_aeropuertos
What travelers should know
Because the airport has a single lighted asphalt runway, operations are straightforward and the layout is generally easy to understand once you arrive. The runway length of 7,546 feet supports regular passenger service while keeping the airport compact enough for simpler navigation. Travelers should keep the local time zone, America/Hermosillo, in mind when checking flight times, pickup arrangements, or hotel transfers, since regional time differences can sometimes cause confusion. For the most reliable pre-trip details, including airport services and updates, the official airport website is the best place to confirm practical information before you travel.
Routes
Top routes from CEN
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Nearby airports
Other airports in Mexico
FAQ
Ciudad Obregon Airport — frequently asked questions
Quick answers to the details travellers usually check first, from codes and locations to the practical basics that help with planning.
8 common questions
- Ciudad Obregon Airport is located in Ciudad Obregon, Mexico (North America), at coordinates 27.390°, -109.840°.
- Its IATA code is CEN and its ICAO code is MMCN.
- Ciudad Obregon Airport serves Ciudad Obregon, Mexico. When comparing fares, check whether other airports also serve the same area — prices and transfer times can differ between them.
- Ciudad Obregon Airport operates on America/Hermosillo local time. Departure and arrival times on tickets are always shown in each airport's local time, so double-check the offset when planning connections or pick-ups.
- Ciudad Obregon Airport sits at latitude 27.390° and longitude -109.840°. The map link in the details panel on this page opens the exact location for driving directions.
- Originfacts does not yet track scheduled routes from CEN. Use the flight search on this page to see live airline options for your travel dates.
- Route coverage for CEN is still being added to Originfacts. Run a search from CEN on the flight search page to see every destination airlines currently sell for your dates.
- Yes — Originfacts lists 9 other airports in Mexico. The nearby-airports section on this page links to each of them, which is useful when comparing fares or finding an alternative departure point.