Travelling from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport (BHM) to Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX): what you need to know
Mexico City's timezone is UTC-6, making Mexico City one hour behind Birmingham.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your BHM to MEX flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
Travelling during a peak time like July? School holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to Benito Juarez International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Stopovers between BHM and MEX include:
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
George Bush Intercontinental Airport
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport (BHM) to Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to Benito Juarez International Airport flight is 164 €. A round-trip ticket is currently 484 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from BHM to MEX if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird discounts.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the lowest price across every month when searching for a flight from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to Benito Juarez International Airport.
You won't have to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment there's a new deal on cheap flights from BHM to MEX.
Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to Benito Juarez International Airport.
Handy information about Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport (BHM)
You'll find BHM at 5900 Airport Highway.
Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport maintains a strong on-time record, so you're less likely to experience disruptions. Departures from BHM make it to their destination as scheduled 80.37% of the time.
To get to Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport from central Birmingham, it takes about 10 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 10 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to BHM? If you're boarding an early flight from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to Benito Juarez International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to Benito Juarez International Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near MEX instead:
Grab a Benito Juarez International Airport rental car and discover Mexico City and beyond with your own set of wheels. INFINITY RENT, MEX and America are top providers you can book with here.
Secure the lowest price by booking your vehicle from Benito Juarez International Airport around four weeks before your departure date.
Getting from Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) to central Mexico City
From Benito Juarez International Airport, Mexico City is approximately 8 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to reach the centre by car.
Travelling to the centre by public transport will take you roughly 55 minutes.
When to fly to Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
The quietest month for a flight from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to Benito Juarez International Airport is April, while July is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to go to Mexico City based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
When reserving your flight from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to Benito Juarez International Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. April is the warmest month in Mexico City, with temperatures ranging from 10ºC (50ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 6ºC (43ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF). Search for cheap tickets from BHM to MEX sometime then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Mexico
You've seen Mexico City, now it's time to explore other corners of Mexico. Travel about 21 kilometres north-east to Ecatepec de Morelos to tick off its must-visit sights. From Grupo Scout 360 Aztlan to mirador del Valle Park and Kinder casanueva, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Guadalajara is another essential stop in Mexico and is around 467 kilometres west of Mexico City. No journey is complete without dropping by Guadalajara Cathedral, Teatro Degollado and Portales Tlaquepaque Park.