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Felipe Ángeles International Airport (NLU)
Felipe Ángeles International Airport (NLU) is located in Zumpango, State of Mexico, approximately 45 kilometres north-northeast of central Mexico City. The facility operates from a single large passenger terminal handling both domestic and international commercial flights. It serves as a secondary commercial hub for the Greater Mexico City metropolitan area.
Terminales
- Main Passenger Terminal
Llegada
Upon disembarking, international passengers follow designated corridors to immigration, collect checked luggage, and complete customs clearance before reaching the public arrivals hall.
- Follow signage to national immigration (Instituto Nacional de Migración) passport control counters.
- Present a valid passport and any required travel documentation or visas to the immigration officer for entry endorsement.
- Proceed to the baggage reclaim area to collect checked bags from the assigned carousel.
- Pass through the customs inspection zone (ANAM/SAT) with your luggage for standard security screening.
- Exit into the public arrivals hall where ground transport counters, currency exchanges, and information desks are located.
Cómo llegar a la ciudad
Taxi
Authorised Airport Taxi
Prepaid taxi services available by purchasing tickets from official booths inside the arrivals concourse.
- Tiempo:
- roughly 50 to 90 minutes depending on traffic
- Costo habitual:
- typically 450 to 750 MXN
Autobús
Mexibús (Bus Rapid Transit)
Public BRT service operating from the airport terminal integrated transport station towards Ciudad Azteca and Ojo de Agua for Metro connections.
- Tiempo:
- roughly 60 to 90 minutes to city connection points
- Costo habitual:
- typically 10 to 20 MXN
Tren
Intercity / Express Bus
Direct coach services connecting NLU to main Mexico City bus terminals such as TAPO, Norte, and Observatorio.
- Tiempo:
- roughly 60 to 90 minutes
- Costo habitual:
- typically 100 to 200 MXN
Transporte VTC
Rideshare Apps
App-based pickup options operating via designated kerbside zones near the main terminal entrance.
- Tiempo:
- roughly 50 to 90 minutes
- Costo habitual:
- typically 350 to 650 MXN depending on demand
Conexiones y traslados
Flight transfers take place within the single terminal building, though passengers arriving internationally must clear immigration and customs first.
- Domestic-to-domestic transfers usually permit staying airside if baggage is checked through to the final destination.
- International arrivals connecting to domestic flights must clear immigration, collect checked luggage, and pass customs before re-checking bags.
- Allow at least 2 to 3 hours between connecting flights to account for border processing times.
Wi-Fi y cómo mantenerse conectado
Free Wi-Fi access is available throughout the main passenger terminal building.
- Select the official airport network SSID from your mobile device settings.
- Accept the terms and conditions on the captive portal browser page to connect.
- Connection speeds are suitable for standard web browsing, messaging, and digital boarding passes.
Dinero, tarjetas y propinas
Financial services including automated teller machines (ATMs) and currency exchange booths are positioned in the public landside areas.
- Multiple bank ATMs supporting major international card networks are located in the arrivals and departures halls.
- Currency exchange counters operate in the landside concourse for exchanging major foreign currencies into Mexican Pesos (MXN).
- Major credit and debit cards are widely accepted at airport shops, restaurants, and official transport desks.
Comida y bebida
A range of dining options is distributed across both landside and airside sections of the terminal.
- Landside options include coffee shops, quick-service eateries, and casual dining outlets accessible before security.
- Airside departures offer restaurants, national chain cafes, and grab-and-go snack kiosks.
- Dietary options such as vegetarian or gluten-free choices are available at selected food outlets.
Salas VIP y descanso
Premium airport lounges are situated in the airside departures concourse after security screening.
- Lounges provide seating, refreshments, internet access, and flight information displays.
- Access is available via specific airline elite status, premium class tickets, or lounge membership programmes.
- Day-pass options may be purchased directly at lounge reception desks subject to availability.
Hoteles en el aeropuerto
Hotel accommodation is accessible adjacent to the airport perimeter and in nearby municipalities.
- An on-site hotel is integrated within the broader airport complex short distances from the main terminal.
- Additional hotels and business accommodation options operate in the surrounding Zumpango and Tecámac districts.
- Shuttle transfers or short taxi rides connect nearby off-site hotels to the terminal departures area.
Equipaje y aduanas
Baggage reclaim carousels and support services are located on the ground level of the arrivals area.
- Luggage carts are available near the reclaim carousels for passenger convenience.
- For delayed or damaged baggage, report directly to your operating airline's baggage service desk before exiting customs.
- Left-luggage or temporary storage options may operate within designated landside commercial areas.
Familia y accesibilidad
Facilities for families traveling with infants and small children are available throughout the building.
- Baby care rooms equipped with changing tables and private nursing areas are located adjacent to main restroom clusters.
- Elevators link all terminal levels to facilitate transit with pushchairs and strollers.
- Children's play corners or family seating zones are designated in the main airside waiting areas.
Instalaciones
- ATMs
- Currency exchange counters
- Prepaid taxi desks
- Baby care rooms
- Medical station
- Restrooms
- Information counters
- Duty-free shops
Emergencias y seguridad
Número de emergencia local: 911 (National Emergency)
- 911 is the national emergency number in Mexico for medical, police, or fire assistance.
- A first-aid medical station staffed by qualified personnel operates within the passenger terminal building.
- In case of a lost passport, contact your country's embassy or consulate in Mexico City after informing airport security or immigration officials.
Antes de salir de casa
- Verifica la validez de tu pasaporte y cualquier visado, ETA o declaración de entrada requerida.
- Confirma tu terminal de salida en tu tarjeta de embarque el día anterior.
- Activa una travel eSIM para estar conectado nada más aterrizar.
- Descarga mapas sin conexión y haz una captura de pantalla de la dirección de tu hotel y la referencia de tu reserva.
- Informa a tu banco de que vas a viajar y lleva una tarjeta de pago de respaldo.
- Guarda el número de emergencia local y el contacto de tu embajada en tu teléfono.
- Fotografía tu pasaporte y guarda la copia en un lugar al que puedas acceder sin conexión.
- Comprueba la franquicia de equipaje y los artículos restringidos para tu destino.
Fuentes oficiales
Las operaciones aeroportuarias cambian. Confirma siempre las terminales, tarifas y horarios con las fuentes oficiales que se indican a continuación antes de viajar.
- Felipe Ángeles International Airport Official WebsiteFuente oficial del aeropuerto
- Instituto Nacional de MigraciónFuente gubernamental
- Servicio de Administración Tributaria - AduanasFuente gubernamental
- Secretaría de Movilidad del Estado de MéxicoFuente oficial de transporte
- Gobierno de México - Servicio de Emergencias 911Fuente gubernamental
Guía revisada por última vez el 14 de octubre de 2026
La información del aeropuerto puede cambiar. Antes de viajar, verifica las terminales asignadas, horarios, tarifas, requisitos de entrada y horas de operación con el proveedor oficial.
Aterriza conectado
El Wi-Fi del aeropuerto es lento, tiene límites de tiempo y no es privado. Una travel eSIM se activa antes de volar, por lo que los mapas, las apps de transporte y tus correos de reserva funcionarán al segundo de desactivar el modo avión.
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