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.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Excellent | 7° - 20° | 14° | 10 mm | mostly sunny | 45% | 2.3 m/s | 0.6 moderate | 10.1h |
| February | Excellent | 8° - 23° | 16° | 8 mm | mostly sunny | 43% | 2.4 m/s | 1.0 moderate | 10.9h |
| March | Ideal | 11° - 26° | 18° | 9 mm | mostly sunny | 39% | 2.6 m/s | 1.5 very high | 11.9h |
| April | Ideal | 13° - 30° | 22° | 2 mm | mostly sunny | 34% | 2.9 m/s | 2.0 extreme | 12.9h |
| May | Ideal | 18° - 35° | 26° | 1 mm | clear | 32% | 2.9 m/s | 2.4 extreme | 13.7h |
| June | Excellent | 22° - 40° | 31° | 1 mm | clear | 29% | 2.9 m/s | 2.7 extreme | 14.1h |
| July | Excellent | 26° - 42° | 34° | 7 mm | mostly sunny | 37% | 3.0 m/s | 2.6 extreme | 13.9h |
| August | Very Good | 26° - 41° | 35° | 17 mm | clear | 41% | 2.7 m/s | 2.4 extreme | 13.2h |
| September | Excellent | 23° - 38° | 31° | 9 mm | clear | 37% | 2.4 m/s | 1.9 very high | 12.2h |
| October | Ideal | 17° - 32° | 25° | 8 mm | clear | 35% | 2.2 m/s | 1.3 high | 11.2h |
| November | Ideal | 10° - 25° | 18° | 5 mm | mostly sunny | 36% | 2.2 m/s | 0.8 moderate | 10.4h |
| December | Excellent | 7° - 20° | 14° | 12 mm | mostly sunny | 45% | 2.2 m/s | 0.5 moderate | 9.9h |