Why go
- State of Mexico.
- Served by Aguascalientes International Airport (AGU).
History
Aguascalientes, officially the Free and Sovereign State of Aguascalientes, is one of the 32 states which comprise the federated entities of Mexico. At 22°N and with an average altitude of 1,950 m (6,400 ft) above sea level it is predominantly of semi-arid climate. The state is located in the northern part of the Bajío region, which is in the north-central part of the country, bordered by Zacatecas to the north, east and west, and by Jalisco to the south.
Airports
✈ Airlines & flight paths — 6 airlines, 7 direct destinations
- Volaris Y4 (A320) · 3 routes: Cancun, Los Angeles, Tijuana
- AeroMéxico AM (ERJ, Embraer 175, EMJ, Embraer 170) · 2 routes: Mexico City*, Monterrey*
- American Airlines AA (ERJ-145) · 1 route: Dallas-Fort Worth*
- Interjet (ABC Aerolineas) 4O (SU9) · 1 route: Mexico City
- United Airlines UA (ERJ) · 1 route: Houston*
- US Airways US (ERJ-145) · 1 route: Dallas-Fort Worth*
Routes and aircraft from OpenFlights (open data; a point-in-time snapshot). * = codeshare. Linked destinations open their own guidebook. Flight numbers are not in the open data — they come from the airline or a paid schedule feed.
Where things are
Photographs
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When to go
The warmer, longer-day half of the year is the safest bet for a first visit.
Cooler and quieter, with fewer visitors and better value.
Short days and the coldest weather — check local conditions before travelling.
Getting there & around
Getting there. The nearest airport on record is Aguascalientes International Airport (AGU); 1 other airport serves the wider area. Check rail and road links from the tourism sources below. By air: AGU has direct flights to 7 destinations on 6 airlines (incl. Dallas-Fort Worth, Mexico City, Cancun, Houston, Los Angeles…).
Getting around. Use the map above to orient yourself; nearby hotels, attractions and places to eat are listed from the live Ultimate data for Aguascalientes, México. Local transit details will be added as the guide is expanded.
Coaches & shuttles
Private aviation
On-demand charter, jet cards and the semi-private scheduled carriers that serve this city.