Travelling from Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS) to Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX): what you need to know
Mexico City is seven hours behind Lagos and follows the UTC-6 timezone.
Your LOS to MEX flight won't wait if you're running late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
Flying during a peak time like June? Major public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Murtala Muhammed International Airport to Benito Juarez International Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Here's where you can stop between LOS and MEX:
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John F. Kennedy International Airport
Charles de Gaulle Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS) to Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Murtala Muhammed International Airport to Benito Juarez International Airport flight is 736 €. A return fare is currently 1.166 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
It's usually best to book ahead of time if you want to find cheap tickets from LOS to MEX. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the cheapest price in each month when looking for a flight from Murtala Muhammed International Airport to Benito Juarez International Airport.
Landing cheap flights from LOS to MEX is a cinch with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you as soon as a new discounted fare appears.
Tailor your trip with filters. Select your ideal departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Murtala Muhammed International Airport to Benito Juarez International Airport.
Handy information about Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS)
64.68% of flights that leave from Murtala Muhammed International Airport land at their destination on time.
To reach Murtala Muhammed International Airport from central Lagos, it takes about 30 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 14 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip when using public transport takes roughly 1 hour 30 minutes.
Have an early flight from Murtala Muhammed International Airport to Benito Juarez International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these stays near LOS:
Arriving at Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
If you're coming in on a late Murtala Muhammed International Airport to Benito Juarez International Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping shortly after at one of these accommodation options near MEX:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Benito Juarez International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from INFINITY RENT, MEX or America and experience the lesser-explored corners of Mexico City and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Benito Juarez International Airport around four weeks ahead can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) to central Mexico City
From Benito Juarez International Airport, Mexico City is approximately 8 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It'll take around 55 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
July is the busiest month for flights from Murtala Muhammed International Airport to Benito Juarez International Airport. To escape the crowds, travel to Mexico City in April.
Book your flight from Murtala Muhammed International Airport to Benito Juarez International Airport for April if you'd like to go to Mexico City during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 10ºC (50ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 6ºC (43ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF). Search for cheap tickets from LOS to MEX around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Mexico
Ecatepec de Morelos is just one of the many places in Mexico waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Mexico City. Around 21 kilometres away to the north-east, check out popular attractions including Grupo Scout 360 Aztlan, mirador del Valle Park and Kinder casanueva.
If you're interested in discovering another major stop in Mexico, head for Guadalajara, roughly 467 kilometres west of Mexico City. Guadalajara Cathedral, Teatro Degollado and Portales Tlaquepaque Park are the start of reasons to visit.