Travelling from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX): what you need to know
Mexico City is six hours behind London and is in the UTC-6 timezone.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your LGW to MEX flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
You can expect bigger queues during popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
If you want to break up your flight, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from London Gatwick Airport to Benito Juarez International Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between LGW and MEX:
Charles de Gaulle Airport
Cancun International Airport
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
How to find the cheapest flights from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
Currently, 313 € is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way London Gatwick Airport to Benito Juarez International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is 592 €. Remember that fares can change due to demand when booking.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from LGW to MEX if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird rates.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll find the lowest price across the month when searching for your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Benito Juarez International Airport.
There's no need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as there's a change in price on cheap flights from LGW to MEX.
Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from London Gatwick Airport to Benito Juarez International Airport.
Handy information about London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Of all flights leaving London Gatwick Airport, 69.26% touch down on time at their destination.
London Gatwick Airport is about 80 kilometres from central London. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 1 hour 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a journey time of around 1 hour 25 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel near LGW? If you're boarding an early flight from London Gatwick Airport to Benito Juarez International Airport, these stays will have you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
If you're landing on a late London Gatwick Airport to Benito Juarez International Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be resting shortly after at one of these options near MEX:
Hit the road running by picking up a Benito Juarez International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from INFINITY RENT, MEX or America and explore beyond Mexico City's main sights.
Booking your vehicle from Benito Juarez International Airport around four weeks ahead boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
Getting from Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) to central Mexico City
Benito Juarez International Airport is roughly 8 kilometres from the centre of Mexico City. The drive time takes about 25 minutes.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of about 55 minutes.
When to fly to Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
The quietest month for a flight from London Gatwick Airport to Benito Juarez International Airport is April, while July is the busiest. Choose the best time to go to Mexico City based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Book your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Benito Juarez International Airport for April if you'd like to explore Mexico City during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 10ºC (50ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from LGW to MEX in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 6ºC (43ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF) on average.
Explore more of Mexico
You've visited Mexico City, now it's time to explore other parts of Mexico. Travel about 21 kilometres north-east to Ecatepec de Morelos to check off its leading attractions. From Grupo Scout 360 Aztlan to mirador del Valle Park and Kinder casanueva, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
If you're looking to explore another major destination in Mexico, consider Guadalajara, roughly 467 kilometres west of Mexico City. Guadalajara Cathedral, Teatro Degollado and Portales Tlaquepaque Park are among the biggest draws.