Traveling to San Felipe?

Driving From El Centro: Take Interstate Highway 8 east to the Highway 111 exit. Go south on Highway 111 to the border. Proceed across the border and bear left. After approximately 500 feet, turn right toward San Felipe. Go straight on this road through Mexicali (major intersections will have signs for San Felipe). This road becomes Highway 5; follow it about 120 miles to San Felipe. 

Average Travel Times
Los Angeles to San Felipe = 6.5 Hours
Palm Springs to San Felipe = 4.5 Hours
San Diego to San Felipe = 4.5 Hours
El Centro to San Felipe = 2.5 Hours

What is the process for Mexican Border Crossing?

Typically, North Americans entering Mexico at Mexicali are simply waved through. During the return trip, US Customers performs a standard inspection on every car, so be prepared to wait in line for re-entry into the US on weekends and holidays. Until Dec 31, 2007, all US residents can travel into Mexico by land with a Drivers License. On Jan 1, 2008 all travelers crossing the border by car will be required to have a valid passport. Passports are currently required for all air and sea travel into Mexico. 

Do I need Auto Insurance when driving into Mexico? 

Most auto insurance companies will not cover vehicles that travel over 50 miles across the Mexican border. If you are traveling to San Felipe by car, you can purchase Mexican Auto Insurance online at AAA. (https://sec.mexicaninsuranceonline.com/insure/aaa/index.cgi?agentcode=ACS&agtdst=&offcode=&resub=) or by calling Adventure Mexican Insurance Services at 1-800-485-4075. Depending on the value of your vehicle and the length of stay, rates will generally range between $20-$100 per day. 

Can I fly into San Felipe?  

While the terminal at the San Felipe Airport is small by US standards, but they have plans to expand. The Airport is set up for international travel and has an internal customs department. There are plans in place to expand the airport and America West is planning on offering commercial flights into San Felipe soon. However, for now the airport is set up primarily for private aircraft.

San Felipe International Airport General Information

Available Runway: 4850 ft Oriented 310 and 130
Coordinates 30 57 Lat. 114 51 Long.
Hours of Operation: Winter (7:00am - 5:00pm) Summer (8:00am - 6:00pm)
Landing Fee: $8.00 Single Engine | $16.00 Twin | $25.00 Jet
Phone: 011-52-6865-771368
Fax: 011-52-6865-771-858