General Leobardo C. Ruiz International Airport

Airport Airport

IATA Code
ZCL
ICAO Code
MMZC
Airport Type
Large Airport
Class
International

General Leobardo C. Ruiz International Airport serves Aguascalientes and the surrounding state. It operates through a single passenger terminal and caters primarily to domestic flights with some international connections.

General Leobardo C. Ruiz International Airport
Elevation: 2176 m
22.8949, -102.6872

Terminal Guide for General Leobardo C. Ruiz International Airport #

The airport uses one passenger terminal where check‑in, security and boarding areas are colocated in a compact building. Passenger services such as car hire and check‑in counters are landside; gate distances are generally short which makes connections straightforward.

Getting to and From General Leobardo C. Ruiz International Airport #

Taxis, prebooked transfers and car rental are the common ways to reach Aguascalientes city centre; typical travel time is 15-30 minutes depending on destination and traffic.

  • Taxis / transfers: Airport taxis meet passengers at arrivals; negotiate or confirm fares ahead of travel.
  • Buses / shuttles: Local buses serve routes into the city but are less convenient with large luggage.
  • Car hire / driving: Rental cars are available at or near the terminal for independent travel.

Facilities, Shopping, and Dining at General Leobardo C. Ruiz International Airport #

Facilities are aimed at regional travellers and include cafés/kiosks, small retail for essentials and car rental desks. There are no extensive shopping malls or multiple premium lounges; Wi‑Fi availability varies and charging points may be limited. Accessibility services are available - contact your airline or the airport for assistance arrangements.

Tips for General Leobardo C. Ruiz International Airport #

  • If you plan to drive, expect relatively short transfer times into Aguascalientes city-traffic is usually moderate outside peak hours.
  • Taxis at the airport are standard; confirm the fare before starting or use an official airport taxi service.
  • For evening arrivals check hotel transfer availability; some local hotels offer airport shuttles but frequency varies.

Weather & Climate near General Leobardo C. Ruiz International Airport #

Climate

General Leobardo C. Ruiz International Airport's climate is classified as Cold Semi-Arid - Cold Semi-Arid climate with warm summers (peaking in June) and cool winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 2°C to 29°C. Semi-arid with limited rainfall with a pronounced dry season.

Air Quality: AQI 31 Good
Best Time to Visit
AprilMarchMay
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
35°
Warmest Month
-8°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coolest month with highs of 21°C and lows of 2°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.

82 Excellent

Comfort

11°
Feels Like Cool
11°C
Temperature
21°
54%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

17 mm
Rainfall
3.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.4
UV Index
High
10.8h daylight

February

February is cool with highs of 23°C and lows of 3°C. Almost no rain and mostly sunny skies.

84 Excellent

Comfort

13°
Feels Like Cool
13°C
Temperature
23°
47%
Humidity
Comfortable

Weather

8 mm
Rainfall
3.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.9
UV Index
Very High
11.3h daylight

March

March is cool with highs of 25°C and lows of 6°C. The driest month with just 4 mm and mostly sunny skies.

92 Ideal

Comfort

15°
Feels Like Cool
15°C
Temperature
25°
39%
Humidity
Comfortable

Weather

4 mm
Rainfall
4.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.5
UV Index
Extreme
11.9h daylight

April

April is cool with highs of 28°C and lows of 8°C. Almost no rain and mostly sunny skies.

94 Ideal

Comfort

18°
Feels Like Cool
18°C
Temperature
28°
33%
Humidity
Comfortable

Weather

6 mm
Rainfall
3.7 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.9
UV Index
Extreme
12.6h daylight

May

May is mild with highs of 29°C and lows of 10°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.

92 Ideal

Comfort

20°
Feels Like Mild
20°C
Temperature
11° 29°
37%
Humidity
Comfortable

Weather

18 mm
Rainfall
3.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.9
UV Index
Extreme
13.1h daylight

June

June is the warmest month with highs of 28°C and lows of 12°C. Moderate rainfall (64 mm).

84 Excellent

Comfort

20°
Feels Like Mild
20°C
Temperature
13° 28°
51%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

64 mm
Rainfall
3.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.8
UV Index
Extreme
13.4h daylight

July

July is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 12°C. The wettest month with 90 mm of rain and partly cloudy skies.

79 Very Good

Comfort

19°
Feels Like Mild
19°C
Temperature
12° 26°
61%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

90 mm
Rainfall
2.8 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.6
UV Index
Extreme
13.2h daylight

August

August is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 12°C. The wettest month with 90 mm of rain and partly cloudy skies.

79 Very Good

Comfort

19°
Feels Like Mild
19°C
Temperature
12° 25°
62%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

90 mm
Rainfall
2.7 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.6
UV Index
Extreme
12.8h daylight

September

September is cool with highs of 24°C and lows of 11°C. Moderate rainfall (74 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

81 Excellent

Comfort

18°
Feels Like Cool
18°C
Temperature
11° 25°
69%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

74 mm
Rainfall
2.8 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.2
UV Index
Extreme
12.2h daylight

October

October is cool with highs of 24°C and lows of 8°C. Moderate rainfall (31 mm) and mostly sunny skies.

89 Excellent

Comfort

16°
Feels Like Cool
16°C
Temperature
24°
63%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

31 mm
Rainfall
2.8 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.0
UV Index
Very High
11.5h daylight

November

November is cool with highs of 24°C and lows of 5°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.

91 Ideal

Comfort

14°
Feels Like Cool
14°C
Temperature
24°
61%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

11 mm
Rainfall
2.9 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.5
UV Index
Very High
10.9h daylight

December

December is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 3°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.

84 Excellent

Comfort

12°
Feels Like Cool
12°C
Temperature
21°
56%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

13 mm
Rainfall
3.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.3
UV Index
High
10.7h daylight

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