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Chichen Itza, Yucatan, Mexico
Chichen Itza International Airport – CZA
The Chichen Itza International Airport is an international airport that is located in Chichen Itza, Yucatan, Mexico. It is a public airport that operates under the IATA Code CZA and the ICAO code MMCT. The airport is owned by the Yucatan government and is operated by Grupo CICO. The airport sits at an elevation of 102 feet above mean sea level and its coordinates are 20°38′28.66″N 88°26′46.39″W. There is one runway, it measures 9,186 feet and has a concrete surface. Its designation is 10/28.
Best Time to Visit
The airport was constructed in 1999 and was not inaugurated in April 12, 2000. It was set to be one of the region’s main airports and was expected to handles passenger from Cancun. The airport started operating with airlines Aeromexico, Mexicana, Aeroczumel, and American Airlines. However, many of the scheduled flights have been stopped, as there is not enough traffic going through the airport. As of 2018, the airport is not operating regularly and is in almost US$1.5 Million in debt. Cities, towns, villages, and suburbs found near the airport include Ekbalam, Piste, Tizimin, and Uayma.
What to Do & Area Attractions
Being a popular tourist destination, there are a number of great hotels and resorts in the area served by the Chichen Itza International Airport. Some of the best-rated properties include the Villas Arqueologicas Chichen Itza, a 3star budget-friendly hotel. Another option is the well-rated Hotel Chichen Itza. The Lodge at Chichen Itza is also a great accommodation option offering 2 pools and various recreational activities.
An alternate airport for the Chichen Itza International Airport is the Manuel Crescencio Rejon International Airport, which is located in Merida, Mexico.
On this page it is easy to search for Chichen Itza, Yucatan, Mexico airport hotels, we have listed hotels, airport motels, resorts, inns in order of proximity, closest airport lodging options are listed first. Chichen Itza, Yucatan, Mexico (CZA-Chichen Itza Intl.) airport area map also gives you guidance on the distance of these hotels from the CZA airport. Most of these CZA hotels are designed to serve frequent travelers. If you are on business trip or family vacation or if your flight is delayed and you need an overnight stay near the airport. Some of these Chichen Itza, Yucatan, Mexico motels have passenger pick up or free airport shuttle service which you can take advantage of. Some of the main attractions in the area around the CZA airport are Cenote Zaci, Cacao Factory, and Cenote Xkeken.
