# BJX — Guanajuato International Airport > Machine-readable reference for BJX. Single-airport scope. Re-fetch when content_generated_at changes. Canonical: https://airport.flights/airport/bjx HTML page: https://airport.flights/airport/bjx Markdown alt: https://airport.flights/airport/bjx.md JSON: https://airport.flights/api/airport/BJX.json (includes live arrivals + weather) Sitemap: https://airport.flights/sitemap-airports.xml Last refreshed: 2026-06-17T07:26:26.548+00:00 --- ## Identity - Name: Guanajuato International Airport - IATA: BJX - ICAO: MMLO - City: Silao - Country: MX (MX) - Timezone: America/Mexico_City - Distance from city: 25 km (15.5 mi) from León; 30 km (18.6 mi) from Guanajuato - Runways: 1 - Terminals: 1 - Annual passengers: 3.1M - Hub for: Volaris - Official website: https://www.aeropuertosgap.com.mx/en/guanajuato-3.html ## Overview Welcome Guanajuato International Airport (BJX) operates as a tightly run regional gateway, not a sprawling hub, with its single terminal and focus on domestic and U.S.-bound flights. Its strength is in providing a smooth and efficient experience where timing is key. Early-morning departures, limited food and retail options, and a few pay-to-enter lounges shape the traveler's experience here. At a glance BJX manages about 3.1 million passengers annually with just one runway. It's situated 25 km (15.5 mi) from León and 30 km (18.6 mi) from Guanajuato, making it accessible for travelers to both major cities. As a notable hub for Volaris, it serves as a crucial node for both business and leisure travelers. Terminals & layout The airport is compact with a single terminal, coded as T1. This terminal houses all airlines, including Aeroméxico, American Airlines, and United Airlines, with a fairly straightforward layout that curtails the confusion of larger international airports. Expect direct access to boarding gates and no need for complex terminal transfers. Getting to and from the city Ground transportation options are varied, though it's always advisable to confirm prices upfront, par… ## Terminals (1) - **Main Terminal** — airlines: Aeroméxico, American Airlines, United Airlines, Volaris, VivaAerobus URL: https://airport.flights/airport/bjx/terminals/t1 ## Dining (17) - **Bakery Corner** — T1 · Local · Bakery · $ · 06:00 - 20:00 URL: https://airport.flights/airport/bjx/restaurants/bakery-corner-t1 - **Bar Lounge** — T1 · Local · Bar · $$$ · 10:00 - 22:00 URL: https://airport.flights/airport/bjx/restaurants/bar-lounge-t1 - **Breakfast Café** — T1 · Local · Breakfast · $$ · 06:00 - 11:00 URL: https://airport.flights/airport/bjx/restaurants/breakfast-cafe-t1 - **Café Bistro** — T1 · Local · Café · $$ · 06:00 - 22:00 URL: https://airport.flights/airport/bjx/restaurants/cafe-bistro-t1 - **Coffee Corner** — T1 · Local · Café · $ · 06:00 - 22:00 URL: https://airport.flights/airport/bjx/restaurants/coffee-corner-t1 - **Deli Sandwiches** — T1 · American · Deli · $$ · 08:00 - 20:00 URL: https://airport.flights/airport/bjx/restaurants/deli-sandwiches-t1 - **Gourmet Burger** — T1 · American · Fast Food · $$ · 10:00 - 20:00 URL: https://airport.flights/airport/bjx/restaurants/gourmet-burger-t1 - **Ice Cream Parlor** — T1 · Dessert · Ice Cream · $ · 09:00 - 21:00 URL: https://airport.flights/airport/bjx/restaurants/ice-cream-parlor-t1 - **Local Brewery** — T1 · Local · Brewery · $$$ · 10:00 - 22:00 URL: https://airport.flights/airport/bjx/restaurants/local-brewery-t1 - **Mexican Tacos** — T1 · Mexican · Street Food · $ · 09:00 - 21:00 URL: https://airport.flights/airport/bjx/restaurants/mexican-tacos-t1 - **Pasta Italiano** — T1 · Italian · Casual Dining · $$$ · 11:00 - 21:00 URL: https://airport.flights/airport/bjx/restaurants/pasta-italiano-t1 - **Pizza Place** — T1 · Italian · Fast Food · $$ · 11:00 - 21:00 URL: https://airport.flights/airport/bjx/restaurants/pizza-place-t1 - **Salad Bar** — T1 · Health · Salad · $$ · 09:00 - 19:00 URL: https://airport.flights/airport/bjx/restaurants/salad-bar-t1 - **Smoothie Bar** — T1 · Health · Smoothies · $ · 07:00 - 19:00 URL: https://airport.flights/airport/bjx/restaurants/smoothie-bar-t1 - **Snack Bar** — T1 · Fast Food · Snacks · $ · 24/7 URL: https://airport.flights/airport/bjx/restaurants/snack-bar-t1 - **Sushi Corner** — T1 · Japanese · Sushi · $$$ · 10:00 - 20:00 URL: https://airport.flights/airport/bjx/restaurants/sushi-corner-t1 - **Tea House** — T1 · Local · Tea · $ · 07:00 - 19:00 URL: https://airport.flights/airport/bjx/restaurants/tea-house-t1 ## Lounges (3) - **Lounge 1** — T1 · access: Priority Pass, Day pass · day pass: $30 · 24/7 URL: https://airport.flights/airport/bjx/lounges/lounge-1-t1 - **Lounge 2** — T1 · access: Amex Centurion, Priority Pass · day pass: $40 · 6 AM - 10 PM URL: https://airport.flights/airport/bjx/lounges/lounge-2-t1 - **Lounge 3** — T1 · access: Chase Sapphire, Priority Pass · day pass: $25 · 8 AM - 8 PM URL: https://airport.flights/airport/bjx/lounges/lounge-3-t1 ## Shops (7) - **AeroMarket** — T1 URL: https://airport.flights/airport/bjx/shops/aeromarket - **Beauty Store** — T1 · Beauty URL: https://airport.flights/airport/bjx/shops/beauty-store-t1 - **Duty Free Shop** — T1 · Duty Free URL: https://airport.flights/airport/bjx/shops/duty-free-shop-t1 - **Electronics Store** — T1 · Electronics URL: https://airport.flights/airport/bjx/shops/electronics-store-t1 - **Fashion Boutique** — T1 · Fashion URL: https://airport.flights/airport/bjx/shops/fashion-boutique-t1 - **Globo Cambio** — T1 URL: https://airport.flights/airport/bjx/shops/globo-cambio - **Souvenir Store** — T1 · Souvenirs URL: https://airport.flights/airport/bjx/shops/souvenir-store-t1 ## Parking (7) - **Accessible Parking** — next to terminal URL: https://airport.flights/airport/bjx/parking/accessible-parking - **EV Charging Stations** — next to terminal URL: https://airport.flights/airport/bjx/parking/ev-charging - **Long Stay Parking** — Long stay · $10.00/day, $1.50/hr, $70.00/week · 0.5 mi URL: https://airport.flights/airport/bjx/parking/long-stay-parking - **Official Off-Site Shuttle** — 1 mi URL: https://airport.flights/airport/bjx/parking/off-site-shuttle - **Remote Parking** — Remote · $8.00/day, $1.00/hr, $50.00/week · 1 mi URL: https://airport.flights/airport/bjx/parking/remote-parking - **Short Stay Parking** — Short stay · $15.00/day, $2.00/hr, $100.00/week · next to terminal URL: https://airport.flights/airport/bjx/parking/short-stay-parking - **Valet Parking** — Valet · $30.00/day, $5.00/hr, $200.00/week · next to terminal URL: https://airport.flights/airport/bjx/parking/valet-parking ## Ground transport (6) - **Airport shuttle** — Ground transportation · 500 MXN URL: https://airport.flights/airport/bjx/transport/airport-shuttle - **Public Bus Service** — Bus · 60-90 min URL: https://airport.flights/airport/bjx/transport/bus-service - **Rideshare Service** — Rideshare · 30-40 min URL: https://airport.flights/airport/bjx/transport/rideshare-service - **Airport Shuttle** — Shuttle · 30-40 min · 30-35 USD URL: https://airport.flights/airport/bjx/transport/shuttle-service - **Taxi Service** — Taxi · 30-40 min URL: https://airport.flights/airport/bjx/transport/taxi-service - **Taxi stand** — Ground transportation · 25-30 min URL: https://airport.flights/airport/bjx/transport/taxi-stand ## Insider tips - _Insider_: If you're connecting onward by taxi, agree on the fare before you get in. Sample fares are listed such as MXN 400 to León. - _Time_: Concessions open as early as 4:30 AM and close by 11:00 PM; plan dining needs within this window. - _Money_: Want lounge access? The VIP lounge is pay-at-the-door for about 725 MXN. - _Avoid_: Don't expect late-night recovery food — the terminal has no 24-hour dining or sleeping areas. - _Local_: Need cash? BBVA ATMs are available 24 hours, crucial for late arrivals. - _Time_: Main ticket counter hours start at 2:00 AM on certain days, indicating early access for morning flights. - _Local_: For late arrivals, use the ground transport stand instead of app-based pickups for simplicity. --- ## Live data Live arrivals, departures, and weather are not in this static reference. Fetch: - https://airport.flights/api/airport/BJX.json — JSON with current live boards + weather (12h cache) - https://airport.flights/airport/bjx/arrivals — HTML page with live arrivals - https://airport.flights/airport/bjx/departures — HTML page with live departures