Ponciano Arriaga International Airport

Airport Airport

IATA Code
SLP
ICAO Code
MMSP
Airport Type
Large Airport
Class
International

Ponciano Arriaga International Airport serves San Luis Potosí, Mexico, and the surrounding industrial region. It handles domestic scheduled flights and cargo services tied to local industry and business travel.

Ponciano Arriaga International Airport
Elevation: 1839 m
22.2609, -100.9349

Terminal Guide for Ponciano Arriaga International Airport (San Luis Potosí) #

The airport uses a single passenger terminal building configured for regional and domestic operations; check‑in, security and boarding are centralized in a compact layout suitable for short connections.

Getting to and From Ponciano Arriaga International Airport (San Luis Potosí) #

Travel time from the airport to central San Luis Potosí is typically around 15-30 minutes by car depending on traffic.

  • Taxi / rideshare: Taxis and app‑based ride services operate to and from the airport; prepaid transfers are commonly used by businesses.
  • Car rental / driving: Rental cars are available and driving is a common option for accessing the city and industrial areas.
  • Bus / shuttle: Public transport options are limited; some hotels provide transfers for guests - confirm in advance.

Facilities, Shopping, and Dining at Ponciano Arriaga International Airport (San Luis Potosí) #

Facilities include basic food and beverage options, restrooms and seating. Wi‑Fi and charging points may be available but are limited; lounges and extensive retail are uncommon. Accessibility assistance should be arranged through the airline before travel.

Hotels and Layovers at Ponciano Arriaga International Airport (San Luis Potosí) #

Hotels are concentrated in San Luis Potosí city rather than at the airport; business travellers often choose hotels in the city or industrial corridor and use taxis or hotel shuttles.

  • For chain options, search [hilton.com] or [marriott.com] for nearby properties.

Tip: some city hotels offer day rooms for business travellers; book directly to confirm availability and transport.

Tips for Ponciano Arriaga International Airport #

  • Taxis and prepaid transfers are the easiest way to reach central San Luis Potosí - agree fares upfront.
  • Business flight schedules can be concentrated around shift times for industrial workers; check frequencies if travelling off‑peak.
  • Expect limited airport dining and retail outside core daytime hours.

Weather & Climate near Ponciano Arriaga International Airport #

Climate

Ponciano Arriaga International Airport's climate is classified as Hot Semi-Arid - Hot Semi-Arid climate with warm summers (peaking in May) and cool winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 4°C to 31°C. Semi-arid with limited rainfall.

Air Quality: AQI 53 Moderate
Best Time to Visit
MarchAprilNovember
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
40°
Warmest Month
-3°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coolest month with highs of 22°C and lows of 4°C. Light rainfall.

81 Excellent

Comfort

13°
Feels Like Cool
13°C
Temperature
22°
60%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

14 mm
Rainfall
2.4 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.3
UV Index
High
10.8h daylight

February

February is cool with highs of 24°C and lows of 6°C. Almost no rain.

89 Excellent

Comfort

15°
Feels Like Cool
15°C
Temperature
24°
54%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

9 mm
Rainfall
2.7 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.8
UV Index
Very High
11.3h daylight

March

March is cool with highs of 27°C and lows of 8°C. The driest month with just 8 mm and mostly sunny skies.

94 Ideal

Comfort

18°
Feels Like Cool
18°C
Temperature
27°
49%
Humidity
Comfortable

Weather

8 mm
Rainfall
3.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.3
UV Index
Extreme
11.9h daylight

April

April is mild with highs of 30°C and lows of 11°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.

91 Ideal

Comfort

20°
Feels Like Mild
20°C
Temperature
11° 30°
46%
Humidity
Comfortable

Weather

19 mm
Rainfall
2.9 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.7
UV Index
Extreme
12.6h daylight

May

May is the warmest month with highs of 31°C and lows of 13°C. Moderate rainfall (39 mm) and mostly sunny skies.

89 Excellent

Comfort

22°
Feels Like Mild
22°C
Temperature
13° 31°
54%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

39 mm
Rainfall
2.6 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.7
UV Index
Extreme
13.1h daylight

June

June is mild with highs of 29°C and lows of 14°C. The wettest month with 67 mm of rain.

85 Excellent

Comfort

21°
Feels Like Mild
21°C
Temperature
14° 29°
65%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

67 mm
Rainfall
2.6 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.7
UV Index
Extreme
13.4h daylight

July

July is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 14°C. Moderate rainfall (64 mm).

83 Excellent

Comfort

20°
Feels Like Mild
20°C
Temperature
14° 27°
71%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

64 mm
Rainfall
2.5 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.6
UV Index
Extreme
13.2h daylight

August

August is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 13°C. Moderate rainfall (57 mm).

85 Excellent

Comfort

20°
Feels Like Mild
20°C
Temperature
13° 27°
71%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

57 mm
Rainfall
2.4 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.5
UV Index
Extreme
12.8h daylight

September

September is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 13°C. Moderate rainfall (64 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

81 Excellent

Comfort

19°
Feels Like Mild
19°C
Temperature
13° 26°
76%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

64 mm
Rainfall
2.4 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.1
UV Index
Extreme
12.2h daylight

October

October is cool with highs of 25°C and lows of 10°C. Moderate rainfall (30 mm).

87 Excellent

Comfort

18°
Feels Like Cool
18°C
Temperature
10° 25°
72%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

30 mm
Rainfall
2.3 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.8
UV Index
Very High
11.5h daylight

November

November is cool with highs of 24°C and lows of 7°C. Almost no rain.

91 Ideal

Comfort

15°
Feels Like Cool
15°C
Temperature
24°
68%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

9 mm
Rainfall
2.2 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.4
UV Index
High
10.9h daylight

December

December is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 5°C. Light rainfall.

81 Excellent

Comfort

14°
Feels Like Cool
14°C
Temperature
22°
61%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

11 mm
Rainfall
2.3 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.2
UV Index
High
10.7h daylight

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