Yuma International Airport / Marine Corps Air Station Yuma
Airport Airport
Yuma International Airport (YU/with Marine Corps Air Station Yuma) is a joint civil-military facility serving Yuma, Arizona. It supports scheduled commercial flights, general aviation and significant military activity from MCAS Yuma.
Terminal Guide for Yuma International Airport / Marine Corps Air Station Yuma #
The airport’s passenger facilities are compact, with a single civilian terminal serving scheduled commercial traffic alongside adjacent military operations. Expect a straightforward layout with short walking distances to gates.
Getting to and From Yuma International Airport / MCAS Yuma #
The airport is a short drive from Yuma city centre; common options are car, taxi, rideshare and rental car with typical drive times of 5-15 minutes.
- Car/driving: About 5-15 minutes to central Yuma depending on exact origin.
- Taxis/rideshare: Taxis and rideshare options operate locally-availability can vary by time of day.
- Rental cars/parking: Rental cars and parking are available; check rental hours on arrival.
- Public transit: Local bus routes serve parts of Yuma-confirm schedules with Sun Tran Yuma.
Facilities, Shopping, and Dining at Yuma International Airport / MCAS Yuma #
Facilities are appropriate for a small civil terminal co‑located with a military airfield.
- Lounges: No major network lounges are expected; small waiting areas serve passengers.
- Food & drink: Basic concessions and vending options are typically available.
- Wi‑Fi & charging: Public Wi‑Fi and charging points are commonly provided.
- Accessibility: The terminal includes accessible features; contact your airline for assistance if required.
Hotels and Layovers at Yuma International Airport / MCAS Yuma #
Hotels are available in Yuma and near the airfield; none are inside the airport perimeter. Many hotels offer short taxi rides or shuttles to the terminal.
Tip for long layovers: downtown Yuma and nearby hotels provide more dining and rest options; consider booking a day room during very long stops.
Tips for Yuma International Airport / Marine Corps Air Station Yuma #
- Yuma International shares runways with MCAS Yuma-expect occasional military traffic that can affect operations.
- Prepare for hot weather in summer-carry water and expect quick checkpoints in a compact terminal.
- Car rental is useful for travel in the Yuma area; shops and services are close to the terminal.
Weather & Climate near Yuma International Airport / Marine Corps Air Station Yuma #
Yuma International Airport / Marine Corps Air Station Yuma's climate is classified as Hot Desert - Hot Desert climate with very hot summers (peaking in July) and cool winters (coldest in December). Temperatures range from 7°C to 42°C. Very dry conditions with minimal rainfall with a pronounced dry season.
January
January is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 7°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.
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February
February is cool with highs of 23°C and lows of 8°C. Almost no rain and mostly sunny skies.
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March
March is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 11°C. Almost no rain and mostly sunny skies.
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April
April is mild with highs of 30°C and lows of 13°C. Almost no rain and mostly sunny skies.
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May
May is warm with highs of 35°C and lows of 18°C. The driest month with just 1 mm and clear sunny skies.
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June
June is hot with highs of 40°C and lows of 22°C. The driest month with just 1 mm and clear sunny skies.
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July
July is the hottest month with highs of 42°C and lows of 26°C. Almost no rain and mostly sunny skies.
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August
August is hot, feeling like 35°C. Light rainfall and clear sunny skies.
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September
September is hot with highs of 38°C and lows of 23°C. Almost no rain and clear sunny skies.
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October
October is warm with highs of 32°C and lows of 17°C. Almost no rain and clear sunny skies.
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November
November is cool with highs of 25°C and lows of 10°C. Almost no rain and mostly sunny skies.
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December
December is the coolest month with highs of 20°C and lows of 7°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.