Francisco Sarabia International Airport
Also known as: Torreón Airport, Torreon International Airport, Torreón/Gómez Palacio Airport, TRC Airport.
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Francisco Sarabia International Airport, known as Torreón International Airport (TRC), serves Torreón in Coahuila and the whole La Laguna metropolitan area, including Gómez Palacio and Lerdo in Durango. It sits inside the urban area, about 6.5 km east of Torreón's city center.
Mexico City is by far the busiest route, followed by Guadalajara, Dallas/Fort Worth, Tijuana and Cancún. Aeroméxico flies to Mexico City; Viva Aerobus to Cancún, Los Cabos and both Mexico City airports, plus San Antonio in season; Volaris to Guadalajara and Tijuana; American Airlines to Dallas/Fort Worth; and TAR México to Chihuahua, Ciudad Juárez, Mazatlán, Monterrey and Querétaro.
The airport has one passenger terminal, renovated in 2023, with domestic and international check-in, VIP lounges, car rental and taxi stands, and a departure concourse of two gates, one with a jet bridge. A Mexican Air Force station shares the airfield.
Because the airport sits within the city, the drive to hotels in Torreón, Gómez Palacio and Lerdo is short.
Airport operator, runways and traffic
- Operator
Grupo Aeroportuario Centro Norte (OMA)
- Runways
Two runways: 13/31, 2,755 m, and 08/26, 1,467 m
- Passengers per year
About 843,000 in 2025
- Busiest route
Mexico City, about 248,000 passengers in 2025
Arrival tips for Francisco Sarabia International Airport
Torreón has one passenger terminal, so every flight arrives in the same building.
If you arrive on an international flight, such as American Airlines from Dallas/Fort Worth or Viva Aerobus from San Antonio, you clear immigration first. Have your passport and your flight details ready; visitors from many countries do not need a visa, but check the rules for your passport before you travel. After immigration, collect your bags and pass through customs.
Domestic passengers go straight to baggage claim and then into the arrivals area.
The car rental counters and the taxi stands are at the terminal. The airport is inside the city, about 6.5 km from downtown Torreón, so the ride to most hotels is short. If you booked a transfer, your driver waits for you as you leave the arrivals area.
Ground transportation
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Book a transfer from TRCPrivate transfer
A pre-booked driver meets you at arrivals and takes you to your hotel or office in Torreón, Gómez Palacio or Lerdo. It suits business travelers and anyone with luggage.
Taxi from Torreón airport
Taxis wait at the stands at the terminal. Confirm the destination before you set off.
Rental car
Rental counters are at the terminal. Useful for getting around the La Laguna area.
Terminals
Main terminal
The only passenger terminal, used by every airline for domestic and international flights, with two gates, one with a jet bridge.
Airlines commonly assigned here: Aeroméxico, American Airlines, TAR México, Viva Aerobus, Volaris
Airlines and destinations
Facilities
Check-in
Domestic and international check-in in the main terminal.
Car rental
Rental counters at the terminal.
Taxi stands
At the terminal, on the arrivals side.
Departure gates
Two gates, one with a jet bridge.
VIP lounges
In the terminal; see Airport lounges.
Airport lounges
Aeroméxico Salón Premier (main terminal)
For Aeroméxico premium passengers and eligible SkyTeam members. Check access rules before you fly.
Accessibility and passenger assistance
Requesting assistance
Request wheelchair or mobility assistance through your airline when you book, and confirm it at least 48 hours before you fly.
Reduced mobility
Only one of the two gates has a jet bridge, so tell your airline in advance if you need help boarding.
Service animals
Rules for service and emotional support animals are set by each airline, so check with yours before you travel and carry the required documents.
Assistance on arrival
Airline staff meet passengers who requested assistance at the aircraft and accompany them through immigration, baggage claim and customs to the arrivals area.
Parking
Airport parking
Parking is available at the terminal for drop-offs, pickups and longer stays.
Frequently asked questions
How far is Torreón airport from downtown?
Torreón International Airport is about 6.5 km east of Torreón's city center, inside the urban area. The ride to hotels in Torreón, Gómez Palacio and Lerdo is short, by pre-booked transfer, taxi from the stands at the terminal or rental car.
Which airlines fly to Torreón airport?
Aeroméxico flies to Mexico City; Viva Aerobus to Cancún, Los Cabos and both Mexico City airports, plus seasonal San Antonio; Volaris to Guadalajara and Tijuana; American Airlines to Dallas/Fort Worth; and TAR México to Chihuahua, Ciudad Juárez, Mazatlán, Monterrey and Querétaro.
Are there flights from the US to Torreón?
Yes. American Airlines flies between Dallas/Fort Worth and Torreón, the airport's third-busiest route in 2025, and Viva Aerobus flies to San Antonio in season. International passengers clear immigration and customs in the single terminal before reaching the arrivals area.
Does Torreón airport serve Gómez Palacio?
Yes. Torreón International Airport serves the whole La Laguna metropolitan area, including Gómez Palacio and Lerdo across the state line in Durango. It is also known as Torreón/Gómez Palacio International Airport.
What time zone is Torreón airport in?
Torreón airport uses Central Standard Time (UTC−6) all year, the same as Mexico City. Mexico no longer observes daylight saving time in this region, so the time difference with Dallas and San Antonio changes when the United States moves its clocks.