Travelling from Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE) to Mexico City: what you need to know
Mexico City is one hour behind Columbia, where Columbia Metropolitan Airport is located. Mexico City runs on the UTC-6 timezone.
For stress-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your CAE to Mexico City flight.
You can expect bigger queues during popular months like October. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
We make it a breeze to book plane tickets from CAE to Mexico City with a stopover. To see the options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to see the sights of the city of your choice. Major stopovers include:
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport (ATL)
Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT)
CAE is about 10 kilometres from central Columbia. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 45 minutes.
Looking for a hotel near CAE? If you've booked an early flight from Columbia Metropolitan Airport to Mexico City, these stays put the terminal practically at your doorstep:
81% of flights departing from Columbia Metropolitan Airport reach their destination on schedule. With its strong on-time stats, disruptions are unlikely when taking off from CAE.
CAE is located at 125-A Summer Lake.
How to find the cheapest flights from Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE) to Mexico City
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Columbia Metropolitan Airport to Mexico City flight is 314 €. The cheapest price for a return flight is 559 €. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to finding a cheap flight from CAE to Mexico City. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more expensive your ticket may be.
Landing cheap tickets from Columbia Metropolitan Airport to Mexico City is easier if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to access the best prices across every month and pick up an incredible deal.
Snapping up a cheap flight from CAE to Mexico City is easy with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic notifications and we'll notify you when the price has dropped.
Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Columbia Metropolitan Airport to Mexico City by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest.'
Airports in Mexico City
Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) to the centre of Mexico City takes about 30 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 13 kilometres away.
It takes around 40 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
Consider staying in a hotel near MEX if you're coming in on a late flight from Columbia Metropolitan Airport to Mexico City. Settle into one of these options and make your first night all about catching up on rest:
Lock in the lowest price by booking your vehicle from Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport about four weeks before your flight from CAE to Mexico City.
Mexico City Felipe Angeles International Airport (NLU)
After your flight from Columbia Metropolitan Airport to Mexico City has landed, you can reach the city centre in around 55 minutes by car. Central Mexico City is roughly 56 kilometres from Mexico City Felipe Angeles International Airport (NLU).
If you're catching public transport, it'll take around 2 hours.
Verticca Hotel is a comfortable accommodation option within a short drive of NLU. Unpack your bags here after your CAE to Mexico City flight and then hang the 'Do not disturb' sign to get some rest.
Get exactly what you want. Booking your ride from NLU one week in advance often means lower prices and a wider selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Mexico City
November is the quietest month for flights from Columbia Metropolitan Airport to Mexico City, while September is the busiest. Work out the best time to visit Mexico City based on whether you want a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
Before locking in your Columbia 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).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from CAE to Mexico City in January when temperatures average between 6ºC (43ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF).
More about Mexico City
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Mexico City right here. Browse these hotels after locking in your flight from Columbia Metropolitan Airport to Mexico City:
Historic Centre (Centro Historico) and Zócalo are just a couple of the top-rated attractions to add to your Mexico City must-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Basilica of Our Lady of Guadalupe.
Explore more of Mexico
You've visited Mexico City, now it's time to explore other parts of Mexico. Journey around 467 kilometres west to Guadalajara to check off its top attractions. From Guadalajara Cathedral to Temple of Our Lady of Guadalupe and Mural Gigante FRIDA KHALO, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Around 105 kilometres southeast of Mexico City, Puebla is another favourite stop in Mexico. Start your sightseeing at Zócalo de Puebla, Temple of Our Lady of Guadalupe and Centro Histórico de Puebla.
