Flying from Dublin Airport (DUB) to Mexico City: what you need to know
Mexico City is six hours behind Dublin, where Dublin Airport is located. Mexico City follows the UTC-6 timezone.
For a relaxed start to your DUB to Mexico City flight, leave plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
During popular months like July, it's wise to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight when you travel during peak periods in general.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper plane ticket from DUB to Mexico City. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search. Break up your journey by stopping at one of these connecting airports:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Cancun International Airport (CUN)
The journey from central Dublin to DUB takes about 30 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a taxi, you'll cover the 8 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want a relaxed start to your travels? Stay near DUB. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Dublin Airport to Mexico City or don't want departure day to feel hectic, these hotels have you covered:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Dublin Airport, data shows 77% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Dublin Airport (DUB) to Mexico City
The best price we've found for a one-way Dublin Airport to Mexico City flight is 272 €. The cheapest price for a return flight is 613 €. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Booking in advance is often the key to securing a cheap flight from DUB to Mexico City. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the nearer your departure date, the more it could cost you.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Dublin Airport to Mexico City across the entire month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your travel plans aren't set in stone.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from DUB to Mexico City by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Tailor your flights with filters. Select your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Dublin Airport to Mexico City.
Airports in Mexico City
Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) to central Mexico City takes about 30 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 13 kilometres away.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 40 minutes.
If you have a late flight from Dublin Airport to Mexico City, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these accommodation options near MEX:
For the lowest price, book your ride from Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport around four weeks ahead of your flight from DUB to Mexico City.
Mexico City Felipe Angeles International Airport (NLU)
The centre of Mexico City is located around 56 kilometres from Mexico City Felipe Angeles International Airport (NLU). After your flight from Dublin Airport to Mexico City has landed and you've navigated your way to arrivals, expect a drive of around 55 minutes.
You can expect the journey to take roughly 2 hours on public transport.
There are some comfortable places to rest your head just a short drive from NLU. Get into relaxation mode at Verticca Hotel after your DUB to Mexico City flight.
Score the best price by reserving your ride from NLU one week in advance. You can also expect to have a greater range of vehicles.
Best time to go to Mexico City
It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from Dublin Airport to Mexico City. September is the busiest month to visit Mexico City. If you like a quieter atmosphere, go in November.
Before booking a Dublin 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). Look for a cheap ticket from DUB 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 lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Mexico City right here. Browse these options once you've locked in your flight from Dublin Airport to Mexico City:
Every great holiday has to include some sightseeing. Historic Centre (Centro Historico), Zócalo and Basilica of Our Lady of Guadalupe are attractions you won't want to skip in Mexico City.
Explore more of Mexico
Guadalajara is just one of the many cities in Mexico waiting to be explored once you've seen Mexico City. Around 467 kilometres away to the west, popular attractions include Guadalajara Cathedral, Temple of Our Lady of Guadalupe and Mural Gigante FRIDA KHALO.
Puebla is another standout destination in Mexico and is around 105 kilometres southeast of Mexico City. No journey is complete without seeing Zócalo de Puebla, Temple of Our Lady of Guadalupe and Centro Histórico de Puebla.