Peak holiday travel is creating significant congestion at several key Mexico business aviation airports. Operators planning Mexico flights through the end of December and into early January should expect parking limitations, fueling delays, and increased scrutiny on compliance items.

Below is a summary of the most impactful issues currently affecting Mexico operations.

Parking Constraints and Airport Impacts

Puerto Vallarta (MMPR)

Parking aprons are fully saturated due to peak season demand. Overnight parking cannot be confirmed, and large-cabin aircraft (GLF5, GLEX, FA7X) are not currently being granted overnight parking.

Same-day operations should plan fuel carefully, as ramp congestion may cause delays. These conditions are expected to continue through the New Year.

Preferred alternates: MMGL or MMTO

Manzanillo (MMZO)

Overnight parking is prohibited due to apron saturation and seasonal congestion under a new NOTAM.

Recommended alternates: MMGL, MMTO, and MMQT

Querétaro (MMQT)

Runway 09/27 will be closed on December 27 and December 29, 2025, from 0700–0930 UTC.

Los Cabos (MMSD)

To reduce peak-season congestion and fuel delays, preferred operating windows are 0700–1100 and 1600–2100 local.

Arriving with maximum feasible fuel onboard is strongly recommended. Any itinerary changes should be coordinated in advance.

Mexico City Area (MMSM / NLU)

The FULL AIR FBO has ceased operations and no handling is available.

All Mexico City-area operations should be rerouted to Toluca (MMTO) until further notice.

Toluca (MMTO) Fuel Update

A third-party fuel supplier, Fly Across, is now available at MMTO and can typically dispatch fuel trucks within 10–20 minutes of request.

Fly Across accepts World Fuel and AVCARD fuel cards and is recommended due to frequent delays with the government fuel supplier, which has limited trucks and prioritizes airline operations over general aviation.

Pets and Documentation Requirements Reminder

• SAGARPA/SENASICA inspections are mandatory on arrival for all flights
• Original health and vaccination certificates must be presented by the pet owner
• Health certificates are valid for 15 days and must include rabies and parasite treatment
• Missing documentation can result in 1–2 hour delays
• Submit copies and SENASICA form FF-003 in advance
• No pet requirements apply on departure

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Prohibited Items Reminder

Vapes and e-cigarettes are strictly prohibited in Mexico. Possession alone can result in severe penalties, including imprisonment.

Crew and passengers should not bring any vaping devices into the country under any circumstances.

Upcoming Event Advisory

Toluca (MMTO) will support increased traffic related to the FIA Formula E World Championship – Round 2, scheduled for January 9–10, 2026. Operators should anticipate elevated demand and plan accordingly.