Flying from El Alto International Airport (LPB) to Mexico City: what you need to know
Mexico City is two hours behind La Paz, where El Alto International Airport is located. Mexico City runs on the UTC-6 timezone.
To avoid missing your LPB to Mexico City flight, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Longer lines at security and check-in are more likely if you're jetting off during high season, so give yourself a bit more breathing room. A good rule for peak times? Get there up to four hours early for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
Whether you're eager to visit another city as part of your journey or just take a break, we make it a breeze to book plane tickets from LPB to Mexico City with a stopover. To compare your options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' El Dorado International Airport (BOG) is a popular stop on this route.
LPB is around 48 kilometres from central La Paz. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions.
Want a hassle-free start to your travels? Stay near LPB. Whether you're taking an early flight from El Alto International Airport to Mexico City or don't want departure day to feel hectic, these hotels are worth a look:
78.1% of flights leaving from El Alto International Airport touch down at their destination on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from El Alto International Airport (LPB) to Mexico City
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way El Alto International Airport to Mexico City flight is 309 €. The cheapest price for a return flight is 513 €. Bear in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to finding a cheap flight from LPB to Mexico City. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the nearer your departure date, the more expensive your ticket may be.
Landing cheap tickets from El Alto International Airport to Mexico City is easier if you can be flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to get the lowest prices across each month and score a sweet deal.
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Airports in Mexico City
Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) to the centre of Mexico City takes around 25 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 8 kilometres away.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 55 minutes.
Consider booking a hotel near MEX if you have a late flight from El Alto International Airport to Mexico City. Check in to one of these accommodation options and make your first night all about catching up on rest:
Travel at your own speed with a Benito Juarez International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from INFINITY RENT, MEX or America and chase adventure across Mexico City and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Benito Juarez International Airport about four weeks ahead of your flight from LPB to Mexico City can help you get the lowest rate.
Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU)
After your flight from El Alto International Airport to Mexico City has touched down, you can get to the city centre in around 55 minutes by car. Central Mexico City is roughly 40 kilometres from Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU).
If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take about 1 hour 45 minutes.
Verticca Hotel is one accommodation option within an easy drive of NLU. Unpack your bags here after your LPB to Mexico City flight and then hang the 'Do not disturb' sign for some uninterrupted rest.
Forget about public transport schedules or cab lines. Grab a Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport rental car and take your journey in whatever direction you like. Compare offers from Europcar, MEX and Keddy By Europcar.
Get first dibs on the best options. Securing your ride from NLU one week in advance often means better prices and a greater range of vehicles.
Best time to go to Mexico City
Plan your trip to Mexico City in peak season if you like a lively atmosphere, but remember that prices tend to be higher. Alternatively, book flights from El Alto International Airport to Mexico City in the low season when prices are cheaper and crowds are smaller.
When booking your El Alto International Airport to Mexico City plane ticket, think about what kind of weather works for you. April is the warmest month in Mexico City, with temperatures ranging from 10ºC (50ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 6ºC (43ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF). Search for a cheap ticket from LPB to Mexico City around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Mexico City
After booking your flight from El Alto International Airport to Mexico City, choose a hotel that combines comfort with a great location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Mexico City:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be tricky to know where to start. Chapultepec Park, Zocalo and National Museum of Anthropology are major attractions which should be on any well-planned Mexico City itinerary.
Explore more of Mexico
You've seen Mexico City, now it's time to explore other parts of Mexico. Journey around 467 kilometres west to Guadalajara to tick off its leading attractions. From Teatro Degollado to Portales Tlaquepaque Park and Zoologico Guadalajara, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
If you're eager to discover another side of Mexico, head for Puebla, about 105 kilometres south-east of Mexico City. Mirador de Los Fuertes, Cuexcomate and Street of Candies are key highlights.
