Flying from London City Airport (LCY) to Mexico City: what you need to know
The timezone in Mexico City is UTC-6. The city is six hours behind London, where London City Airport is located.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. That way, you won't have to rush to catch your LCY to Mexico City flight.
Delays at security and check-in are likely if you're jetting off during high season, so allow some extra wiggle room. A good rule of thumb for peak periods? Arrive up to four hours early for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Whether you're eager to visit a new city on the way or just take a break, we make it easy to find plane tickets from LCY to Mexico City with a stopover. To compare your options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) is a popular connection hub.
Travelling from central London to LCY takes about 35 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 10 kilometres in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Planning to catch an early flight from London City Airport to Mexico City? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels near LCY:
74.57% of flights taking off from London City Airport reach their destination on schedule.
How to find the cheapest flights from London City Airport (LCY) to Mexico City
374 € is the lowest price we've found for a one-way London City Airport to Mexico City flight. A return ticket right now is 652 €. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares may change.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to land cheap flights from LCY to Mexico City if you book early. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest tickets from London City Airport to Mexico City throughout the entire month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
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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 about 25 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of around 55 minutes.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from London City Airport to Mexico City. Check in to one of these accommodation options near MEX instead:
Follow your own route with a Benito Juarez International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from INFINITY RENT, MEX or America and venture far and wide through Mexico City and beyond.
For the best deal, book your ride from Benito Juarez International Airport about four weeks ahead of your flight from LCY to Mexico City.
Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU)
Central Mexico City is about 40 kilometres from Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU). After your flight from London City Airport to Mexico City has landed and you've made your way through the terminal, the drive should be around 55 minutes.
If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take around 1 hour 45 minutes.
Verticca Hotel is one accommodation option within an easy drive of NLU. Settle in here after your LCY to Mexico City flight and then hang the 'Do not disturb' sign to get some rest.
The fastest way to reach your destination is with a Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Europcar, MEX or Keddy By Europcar and hit the road in a heartbeat.
Score the best price by reserving your ride from NLU one week in advance. You can also expect to have a greater selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Mexico City
Before you book your flights from London City Airport to Mexico City, consider which time of year works best for you. Peak season in Mexico City offers a bustling atmosphere and plenty of activities, while the low season means you'll get cheaper hotel deals and smaller crowds.
Lock in a London City Airport to Mexico City plane ticket with a departure in April if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 10ºC (50ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from LCY to Mexico City in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. 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 rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Mexico City right here. Check out these hotels after you've booked your flight from London City Airport to Mexico City:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to work out where to begin. Chapultepec Park, Zocalo and National Museum of Anthropology are highlights which should feature on every Mexico City itinerary.
Explore more of Mexico
Mexico City has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of Mexico waiting to be discovered. Around 467 kilometres west of Mexico City, a trip to Guadalajara will keep your itinerary packed. Start with popular sights like Teatro Degollado, Portales Tlaquepaque Park and Zoologico Guadalajara.
Puebla is another well-known destination in Mexico and is around 105 kilometres south-east of Mexico City. No trip is complete without seeing Mirador de Los Fuertes, Cuexcomate and Street of Candies.
