Nogales International Airport

OLS KOLS Nogales, Arizona Elevation: 3,955 ft

Nogales International Airport serves Nogales, Arizona, one of the busiest US-Mexico border crossings. Located 5 miles north of downtown Nogales, OLS offers a 7,200-foot runway accommodating most heavy jets with proper weight planning. The airport serves the massive cross-border maquiladora economy, produce importation (Nogales handles 60% of all winter produce entering the US from Mexico), and the border trade community. Estimated charter rates to Nogales via OLS: light jets from $4,000 per hour, mid-size jets from $5,500 per hour, heavy jets from $8,500 per hour.

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Transworld Jets Insider Tip

Nogales handles approximately 60% of all winter produce entering the US from Mexico, making it one of the most economically important border crossings. The maquiladora assembly plants on the Mexican side drive significant corporate aviation. Tubac, a charming art colony 20 miles north, draws cultural tourists.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can heavy jets land at Nogales?

Yes. Nogales International's 7,200-foot runway accommodates most heavy jets with proper weight planning.

How close is OLS to the Mexican border?

Nogales International Airport is approximately 5 miles from the US-Mexico border crossing to Nogales, Sonora.

Why is Nogales important for trade?

Nogales handles approximately 60% of all winter produce entering the US from Mexico, plus significant maquiladora manufacturing trade. It's one of the most economically vital border crossings.