Travelling from Baton Rouge Metropolitan Airport (BTR) to Mexico City: what you need to know
Mexico City's timezone is UTC-6, which is the same as Baton Rouge (the location of Baton Rouge Metropolitan Airport).
Allow plenty of time to make your BTR to Mexico City flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like October, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're flying during high season in general.
We make it easy to book plane tickets from BTR to Mexico City with a stopover. To see all your options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Well-traveled stopover hubs include:
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport (ATL)
Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
Travelling from central Baton Rouge to BTR takes around 45 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a taxi, you'll cover the 10 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Want a leisurely start to your travels? Stay near BTR. Whether you're taking an early flight from Baton Rouge Metropolitan Airport to Mexico City or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are worth a look:
81% of flights leaving Baton Rouge Metropolitan Airport arrive at their destination on schedule. Given its solid on-time performance, disruptions are unlikely when setting off from BTR.
You'll find BTR at 9430 Jackie Cochran Drive.
How to find the cheapest flights from Baton Rouge Metropolitan Airport (BTR) to Mexico City
254 € is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Baton Rouge Metropolitan Airport to Mexico City flight. A round-trip ticket right now is 515 €. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares may change.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to land cheap flights from BTR to Mexico City if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird deals.
Landing cheap tickets from Baton Rouge Metropolitan Airport to Mexico City is easier if you're flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to access the lowest fares throughout the month and walk away with an incredible deal.
Finding a cheap flight from BTR to Mexico City is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic notifications and we'll let you know when there's a better deal.
Save on your flight from Baton Rouge Metropolitan Airport to Mexico City with the help of our filters. Select your ideal times, airlines and number of stops, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
Airports in Mexico City
Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) is around 13 kilometres from central Mexico City. If you're grabbing a taxi or a ride-share, the drive will take roughly 30 minutes.
It typically takes 40 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
Think about booking a hotel near MEX if you're coming in on a late flight from Baton Rouge Metropolitan Airport to Mexico City. Select one of these accommodation options and make your first night all about rest:
Booking your vehicle from Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport around four weeks before your flight from BTR to Mexico City can help you lock in the lowest rate.
Mexico City Felipe Angeles International Airport (NLU)
Central Mexico City is located around 56 kilometres from Mexico City Felipe Angeles International Airport (NLU). After your flight from Baton Rouge Metropolitan Airport to Mexico City has hit the runway and you've made your way through the terminal, the drive should be around 55 minutes.
Public transport will get you there in about 2 hours.
Settle in and unpack not long after your BTR to Mexico City flight at Verticca Hotel. This comfortable accommodation option is an easy drive from NLU.
Get the pick of the lot. Booking your ride from NLU one week ahead of time often means lower prices and a bigger choice of vehicles.
Best time to go to Mexico City
September is the most popular month for flights from Baton Rouge Metropolitan Airport to Mexico City. To skip the crowds, head to Mexico City in November.
Before booking a Baton Rouge Metropolitan Airport to Mexico City plane ticket, think about the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. May is the warmest month in Mexico City, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC (54ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 6ºC (43ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF). Search for a cheap ticket from BTR to Mexico City around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Mexico City
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Mexico City right here. Browse these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from Baton Rouge Metropolitan Airport to Mexico City:
Historic Centre (Centro Historico) and Zócalo are just a couple of the big attractions to put on your Mexico City travel itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at Basilica of Our Lady of Guadalupe.
Explore more of Mexico
Guadalajara is just one of the many places in Mexico waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Mexico City. Around 467 kilometres away to the west, top sights here include Guadalajara Cathedral, Temple of Our Lady of Guadalupe and Mural Gigante FRIDA KHALO.
Puebla is another sought-after destination in Mexico and is around 105 kilometres southeast of Mexico City. No journey is complete without dropping by Zócalo de Puebla, Temple of Our Lady of Guadalupe and Centro Histórico de Puebla.
