Flying from Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN) to Mexico City: what you need to know
The timezone in Mexico City is UTC-6. The city is seven hours behind Stockholm, where Stockholm Arlanda Airport is located.
Give yourself plenty of time to get on your ARN to Mexico City flight. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Heading away during a peak period like school or public holidays? Expect longer queues at security and check-in. To be on the safe side, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially land a cheaper plane ticket from ARN to Mexico City. All you need to do is uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search. Take a break (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these connection hubs:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
The journey from central Stockholm to ARN takes about 40 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 40 kilometres in 35 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Looking for a hotel close to ARN? If you've booked an early flight from Stockholm Arlanda Airport to Mexico City, these accommodation options will get you from your pillow to the plane in no time:
73.1% of flights that take off from Stockholm Arlanda Airport arrive at their destination on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN) to Mexico City
321 € is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Stockholm Arlanda Airport to Mexico City flight. A return ticket right now is 641 €. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares can change.
To pick up cheap flights from ARN to Mexico City, book early. Airlines generally offer the most competitive fares when flights first go on sale.
Landing cheap tickets from Stockholm Arlanda Airport to Mexico City is easier if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to get the best prices across every month and land an awesome deal.
There's no need to keep looking every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you when there's an extra saving on cheap flights from ARN to Mexico City.
Select your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Stockholm Arlanda Airport to Mexico City by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best.'
Airports in Mexico City
Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
The distance from Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) to central Mexico City is roughly 8 kilometres. It takes around 25 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 55 minutes.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Stockholm Arlanda Airport to Mexico City, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these accommodation options near MEX:
Follow your own route with a Benito Juarez International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from INFINITY RENT, MEX or America and venture far and wide through Mexico City and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Benito Juarez International Airport about four weeks before your flight from ARN to Mexico City can help you secure the lowest rate.
Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU)
Central Mexico City is around 40 kilometres from Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU). After your flight from Stockholm Arlanda Airport to Mexico City has landed and you've navigated your way to arrivals, the drive should take about 55 minutes.
You can expect the trip to take roughly 1 hour 45 minutes on public transport.
Unpack your bags not long after your ARN to Mexico City flight at Verticca Hotel. This comfortable accommodation option is an easy drive from NLU.
Forget about public transport schedules or cab lines. Pick up a Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport rental car and take your trip in whatever direction you choose. Check out the availability and rates from Europcar, MEX and Keddy By Europcar.
Get the lowest price by securing your ride from NLU one week ahead of time. You can also expect to have a wider range of vehicles.
Best time to go to Mexico City
Before you book your flights from Stockholm Arlanda Airport to Mexico City, consider which time of year is best for you. High season in Mexico City offers a bustling atmosphere and plenty to do, while the off-season means you'll get cheaper hotel deals and smaller crowds.
The warmest month in Mexico City is April, with temperatures ranging between 10ºC (50ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Book your Stockholm Arlanda Airport to Mexico City plane ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
Search for cheap tickets from ARN to Mexico City in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 6ºC (43ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF) on average.
More about Mexico City
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Mexico City right here. Explore these hotels after you've booked your flight from Stockholm Arlanda Airport to Mexico City:
Chapultepec Park and Zocalo are just the start of the big attractions to add to your Mexico City must-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at National Museum of Anthropology.
Explore more of Mexico
Mexico City is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of Mexico just waiting to be explored. Around 467 kilometres west of Mexico City, a visit to Guadalajara will keep you busy. Start with popular sights like Teatro Degollado, Portales Tlaquepaque Park and Zoologico Guadalajara.
If you want to check out another major destination in Mexico, head for Puebla, about 105 kilometres south-east of Mexico City. Mirador de Los Fuertes, Cuexcomate and Street of Candies are among its highlights.
