Abraham González International Airport (CJS)
Ciudad Juárez, MX 🇲🇽 Medium Airport Scheduled Service
ICAO
MMCS
IATA
CJS
Elevation
3904 ft
Region
MX-CHH
Local Time
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GPS Code: MMCS
Local Code: Not available
Location: 31.636101° N, -106.429001° E
Continent: North America
Type: Medium Airport
What Travelers Say
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Online Reviews Summary
Traveler sentiment at Abraham González International Airport (MMCS (CJS)) in Ciudad Juárez, MX, appears generally positive, with many appreciating its efficiency and ease of navigation for a smaller airport. While some older reviews highlight concerns about limited services and the surrounding area, more recent feedback points to a smooth and comfortable experience.
What Travelers Love
- Efficiency and Ease of Navigation: The airport is described as small, clean, and easy to navigate, allowing for a quick check-in, security, and boarding process. Its compactness enables passengers to complete pre-flight formalities without unnecessary hassle.
- Terminal Facilities and Cleanliness: Passengers generally find the terminal to be clean and well-maintained. The central gate area offers comfortable cushioned seats for relaxing while waiting for flights. Amenities include several cafes and restaurants such as La Libertad Cantina Mexicana and Johnny Rockets, as well as shops like NUX, Borreguita, and Sunglasses Hut. Free Wi-Fi and charging stations are also available throughout the terminal.
- Quick Security and Immigration: Recent reports indicate quick security and immigration processes, with wait times as low as 2-10 minutes for security and 2-3 minutes for immigration.
- Friendly Staff: Travelers have noted the staff to be friendly.
Common Complaints
- Limited Amenities in Check-in Area: While the gate areas are comfortable, some reviews mention a lack of amenities in the check-in area.
- Parking Security Concerns: A review from September 2023 reported gas being stolen from a vehicle in the paid parking garage.
- Historical Concerns about Services and Area: Older reviews from 2015 mentioned limited services, particularly a money exchange bureau closing early and occasional unavailability of immigration officers, leading to waits. These older reviews also described the access to the airport as "complicated and creepy" and "not a nice area of town," and alluded to staff appearing stressed due to past violence in Juárez.
Overall, Abraham González International Airport is largely seen as a functional and efficient airport for its size, particularly praised for its quick processes and comfortable post-security areas. Travelers should consider using official taxi services for transportation and be aware of potential limitations in amenities before security, especially if arriving very early.
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Airport Routes
Abraham González International Airport (CJS) offers 23 flight routes operated by 6 airlines. Major carriers include VivaAerobus, Volaris, AeroMéxico and others. Popular destinations from Ciudad Juárez include Lic. Benito Juarez Int'l, Don Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla Int'l, General Mariano Escobedo Int'l, El Paso Intl and General Rafael Buelna Int'l.
Route Network Map
Top Routes (by observations)
- Lic. Benito Juarez Int'l (MEX) 4
- Don Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla Int'l (GDL) 2
- General Mariano Escobedo Int'l (MTY) 2
- El Paso Intl (ELP) 2
- General Rafael Buelna Int'l (MZT) 1
- Lic. Gustavo Diaz Ordaz Int'l (PVR) 1
- Queretaro Intercontinental Airport (QRO) 1
- Mexico City Santa Lucía Airport (NLU) 1
- General Abelardo L. Rodriguez Int'l (TIJ) 1
- Lic. Adolfo Lopez Mateos Int'l (TLC) 1
- Cancun Int'l (CUN) 1
- Juan Santamaria Int'l (SJO) 1
Newly Discovered
- Don Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla Int'l (GDL) new
- Lic. Benito Juarez Int'l (MEX) new
- Del Bajio Guanajuato Int'l (BJX) new
- General Mariano Escobedo Int'l (MTY) new
- Mexico City Santa Lucía Airport (NLU) new
- Lic. Gustavo Diaz Ordaz Int'l (PVR) new
- Cancun Int'l (CUN) new
- General Rafael Buelna Int'l (MZT) new
- General Abelardo L. Rodriguez Int'l (TIJ) new
- El Paso Intl (ELP) new
- Lynden Pindling Int'l (Nassau) (NAS) new
- Juan Santamaria Int'l (SJO) new
Popular Flight Routes
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Top Airlines
Operating at Abraham González International AirportAirlines by Flight Activity
Based on observed flight operations and route network| Airline | Routes | Flights | Destinations | Last Activity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
VivaAerobus
VIV
/ VB
|
8 | 503 | 8 | Feb 12, 2026 |
Volaris
VOI
/ Y4
|
4 | 244 | 4 | Feb 12, 2026 |
AeroMéxico
AMX
/ AM
|
2 | 206 | 2 | Feb 12, 2026 |
|
Aeronaves TSM
VTM
|
3 | 5 | 3 | Oct 2, 2025 |
|
Aeroméxico Connect
SLI
/ 5D
|
1 | 1 | 1 | Sep 29, 2025 |
|
Pak West
PKW
|
1 | 1 | 1 | Nov 27, 2025 |
For Pilots
| Designation | Length | Width | Surface | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
03/21 |
8858 ft | 148 ft | ASP | Active Lighted |
14/32 |
5741 ft | 98 ft | ASP | Active |
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| APP | JUAREZ APP | 119.9 MHz |
| TWR | JUAREZ TWR | 118.9 MHz |
Ground Transportation
Taxis
Authorized airport taxis are the primary and most direct transportation method. They are readily available outside the arrivals terminal. Fares are typically fixed based on zones within the city, and tickets should be purchased from the official taxi booth inside the terminal before proceeding to the taxi stand.
Rental Cars
Several major car rental agencies have counters inside the airport's main terminal building. Companies available include Hertz, Avis, National, Sixt, and others. It is recommended to book in advance for better rates and availability.
Public Transportation
There are no direct public bus routes that service the airport terminal. The most common alternative is using ride-sharing services like Uber or DiDi, which are permitted to operate at the airport with designated pickup areas. To access the local city bus system ('ruteras'), one would need to walk a considerable distance to the main boulevard outside the airport grounds.
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