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Summary info about Mexico City flight prices, duration and airlines
Best One-Way Price | $57 |
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Best Round-Trip Price | $174 |
Fastest flight time | 2h 25m |
Operated By | 3 airlines |
Cheapest flights to Mexico City airports
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CHEAPEST ROUTE FROM Los Angeles TO Mexico City
Los Angeles (LAX) to Mexico City (MEX)
Typically, flights to Mexico City from Los Angeles are cheaper when flying from Los Angeles to Mexico City Benito Juarez, which has an average price of $321
| CHEAPEST MONTH TO FLY TO MEXICO CITY FROM LOS ANGELES | August | 25% cheaper | Flying from Los Angeles to Mexico City costs on average just $241 in August |
| MOST EXPENSIVE MONTH TO FLY TO MEXICO CITY FROM LOS ANGELES | December | 65% more expensive | It costs about $529 for flights to Mexico City from Los Angeles in December |
| MOST POPULAR MONTH TO FLY TO MEXICO CITY FROM LOS ANGELES | December | 206% more users visited | More momondo users searched in flights to Mexico City from Los Angeles in December than any other month |
When is the best time to fly to Mexico City?
Mexico City is served by Mexico City International Airport (MEX), which is the only international airport in Mexico City. The flight time from John F Kennedy International Airport (JFK) is around 5 hours 35 minutes. Nonstop flights from LaGuardia Airport (LGA), New York are about 9 hours 45 minutes. Flights with multiple stops tend to be longer depending on how much time is spent at the layover, such as LGA to MEX via George Bush Intercontinental Airport can take up to 19 hours 32 minutes. Nonstop flights from Los Angeles to Mexico City are around 3 hours 45 minutes while one-stop flights can take approximately 6 hours.
There are a few airports in the United States which provide nonstop flights to Mexico City, Mexico, including John F Kennedy International Airport (JFK), LaGuardia Airport (LGA), Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL), Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW), and Miami International Airport (MIA). If you’re in Massachusetts, you might choose to use the Boston Logan International Airport (BOS)-Mexico City International Airport flight, which has layovers in Atlanta or Cancun. There are several Mexico City flight deals with many airlines, including Aeromexico, Multiple Airlines, Volaris, Delta, among others.
In the past two weeks, users have booked deals to Mexico City for $26/person, which is 95% cheaper than the average flight to Mexico City. To find the cheapest price to Mexico City from your area, use momondo’s Airport-to-Airport Pricing Tool.
The cheapest month to fly to Mexico City from United States is in March. Flight prices, which tend to average around $331, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you aren’t able to travel during the month of March, then book flights to Mexico City from United States during May instead. Flights to Mexico City in May, while not as cheap as those in March, still average around $340.
In general, most travelers find the cheapest time to book a flight to Mexico City is about 60 days prior to their departure date when tickets on average are $398. Don’t hesitate to check prices now though because momondo users recently found tickets for as low as $174.
Our data shows that Tuesday is the least expensive day to fly to Mexico City. Tickets to fly out on this day can be as low as $423. On the other hand, Sunday is the most expensive day to depart from United States because it is more convenient for both business and leisure travelers. As a result, prices tend to be around $465.
According to our data, the cheapest time of day to fly to Mexico City is in the afternoon. momondo users have found flights departing from United States to Mexico City in the afternoon for as low as $430. Keep in mind that these prices may fluctuate based on what airline you choose and the time of year you plan to travel. In the morning is when there is more demand to fly to Mexico City, so prices are often more expensive at around $477 per ticket.
If you’re looking to do your hiking in warmer conditions, consider planning your flight to Mexico City for January, February, and March. Parks like Alameda Central are popular hot spots in those months.
Finding an alternative and possibly cheaper destination airport near Mexico City is possible. If you are planning a flight to Mexico City, consider booking flights to Mexico City Felipe Ángeles Intl Airport (25 mi from Mexico City city center), Mexico City Toluca Intl Airport (27 mi from Mexico City city center) or Puebla City Huejotzingo Airport (54 mi from Mexico City city center).
With an average price of $544 per person, Mexico City Toluca Intl Airport is the cheapest airport to fly into when planning your trip to Mexico City. This price can fluctuate based on where you are flying from. momondo’s Airport-to-Airport Pricing Tool can help users find the best prices.
Can I fly to Mexico City Benito Juarez from United States right now?
Most visitors from United States need to provide a negative COVID-19 test result and/or quarantine to enter Mexico City Benito Juarez.
COVID-19 testing requirements
Visitors from United States must present a negative RT-PCR (NAAT) or Antigen (quick-test) test taken 1 day for RT-PCR (NAAT) and 1 day for Antigen (quick-test) before departing to Mexico City Benito Juarez.
Quarantine requirements
Visitors from United States are not required to quarantine after entering Mexico City Benito Juarez.
Can I fly back to United States from Mexico City Benito Juarez?
COVID-19 testing requirements
Visitors from Mexico City Benito Juarez must present a negative RT-PCR (NAAT) or Antigen (quick-test) test taken 1 day for RT-PCR (NAAT) and 1 day for Antigen (quick-test) before departing to United States.
Quarantine requirements
Visitors from Mexico City Benito Juarez are not required to quarantine after entering United States.
Mexico City flight deals found on momondo
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Find the cheapest one-way flights to Mexico City
If you're looking for one-way flights from United States to Mexico City, view some of our deals below provided by VivaAerobus and Volaris
Which airlines fly to Mexico City?
Here you can see a selection of the most popular and cheapest airlines for flights to Mexico City
Which airlines fly to Mexico City?
Interjet, Aeromexico, VivaAerobus and United Airlines are the most popular airlines that fly from United States to Mexico City on a routine basis, according to our data. You should be able to find flights to Mexico City with these airlines and other airlines flying from United States.
Cathay Pacific Flights to Mexico City
There are 7 Cathay Pacific flights to Mexico City in a normal week. The most common departure point is Los Angeles and the best Cathay Pacific ticket price seen on momondo is $230 (last 72 hours, from Los Angeles, to Mexico City). Cathay Pacific has a score of 8.1 from 34 user reviews on momondo.
Avianca Flights to Mexico City
Avianca flies to Mexico City 39 times per week usually, making it a popular airline to fly with, particularly when heading to Mexico City from Guadalajara Miguel Hidal. Avianca (rating: 8.0, 177 reviews) varies in price depending on when and where you want to fly to Mexico City from. The best Avianca ticket price found on momondo to Mexico City was from New York John F Kennedy Intl ($211 round-trip).
Best first class flights to Mexico City
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Airports near Mexico City
Below you will find all the airports in Mexico City along with the distance from the city center
How to get to downtown Mexico City from the airport
There are several ways of reaching the city center from Mexico International Airport, Mexico City, including taxis, buses, or the metro. The Metrobus line 4 can be found right outside Terminal 1 and 2 with a commute time of roughly 30 minutes. You could also get to the city center using the metro, which isn’t located inside the airport but is about a 10-minute walk away from Terminal 1. The metro usually takes approximately 40 minutes to get to the Mexico City center. You could alternatively choose to use a taxi, which is a convenient and comfortable option, with a commute time of around 20 minutes.
Popular routes to Mexico City
Most frequently searched flights to Mexico City along with the cheapest price and shortest flight duration
Visa requirements for visiting Mexico City
A United States citizen does not require a Mexican visa when entering Mexico City if they have a valid entry visa from the US. Americans need a valid US passport when entering Mexico, which is valid for up to six consecutive months without a visa. If you plan on staying for more than 180 days, you are required to get a Mexican visa at the Mexican embassy or consulate.
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There are numerous attractions found in Mexico City that are popular among locals and tourists. The National Museum of Anthropology is based in Chapultepec Park is renowned for its Indian art reserves. The Palace of Fine Arts is an architectural gem designed by Adamo Boari and completed in 1934. It also hosts performances providing an opportunity to enjoy the stunning interior décor. You can also tour the Templo Mayor, which is home to the remains of the great Temple of Tenochtitlan, and take a stroll past the zone of the aristocratic "winged warriors."
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