Travelling from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Mexico City: what you need to know
Mexico City is six hours behind Manchester, where Manchester Airport is located. Mexico City observes the UTC-6 timezone.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This leaves you with plenty of time to catch your MAN to Mexico City flight.
Longer lines at check-in and security are likely if you're travelling during high season, so give yourself some extra breathing room. A good general rule for peak times? Arrive up to four hours early for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
We make it a breeze to book plane tickets from MAN to Mexico City with a stopover. To see all your options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, select a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Top stopovers include:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
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Cancun International Airport (CUN)
MAN is about 14 kilometres from central Manchester. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour 5 minutes.
Have an early flight from Manchester Airport to Mexico City? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near MAN:
Of all flights leaving Manchester Airport, 59.39% land on time at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Mexico City
301 € is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Manchester Airport to Mexico City flight. A return ticket right now is 589 €. 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 MAN to Mexico City if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird deals.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the cheapest price across each month when searching for a Manchester Airport to Mexico City ticket.
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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 around 25 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Travelling to the centre by public transport takes around 55 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Manchester Airport to Mexico City, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these hotels near MEX:
Pick up a Benito Juarez International Airport rental car and explore Mexico City and beyond with your own wheels. INFINITY RENT, MEX and America are popular outlets you can book with here.
To lock in the lowest price, book your vehicle from Benito Juarez International Airport around four weeks ahead of your flight from MAN to Mexico City.
Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU)
Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU) is about 40 kilometres from the centre of Mexico City. After your flight from Manchester Airport to Mexico City, it'll take you around 55 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
If you travel by public transport, you'll get to the city centre in 1 hour 45 minutes or so.
You'll find a few terrific places to stay just a short drive from NLU. Ease into relaxation mode at Verticca Hotel after your MAN to Mexico City flight.
Forget about public transport schedules or waiting forever for a cab. Grab a Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport rental car and go in any direction that inspires you. Compare availability and rates from Europcar, MEX and Keddy By Europcar.
Score the best price by securing your ride from NLU one week ahead of time. You'll also have access to a bigger selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Mexico City
Before scheduling your flights from Manchester Airport to Mexico City, consider which time of year works best for you. High season in Mexico City offers a bustling atmosphere and plenty of things to do, while the off-season brings cheaper deals on hotels and smaller crowds.
Before booking a Manchester Airport to Mexico City plane ticket, think about the type of weather you enjoy. April is the warmest month in Mexico City, with temperatures ranging from 10ºC (50ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 6ºC (43ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from MAN to Mexico City around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Mexico City
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Mexico City right here. Explore these options as soon as you've booked your flight from Manchester Airport to Mexico City:
Every great adventure has to include a little sightseeing. Chapultepec Park, Zocalo and National Museum of Anthropology are essential stops on your Mexico City itinerary.
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, well-known attractions include Teatro Degollado, Portales Tlaquepaque Park and Zoologico Guadalajara.
Puebla is another standout destination in Mexico and is around 105 kilometres south-east of Mexico City. No trip is complete without experiencing Mirador de Los Fuertes, Cuexcomate and Street of Candies.