Flying from Mexico City to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS): what you need to know
Mexico City is home to a couple of airports that could be the jumping-off point for your adventure. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Mexico City to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) leaving from Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) or Santa Lucia Air Force Base (NLU).
Hop on a direct flight from Mexico City to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol and you'll be in the air for around 10 hours 44 minutes.
Amsterdam is 7 hours ahead of Mexico City. Amsterdam Airport Schiphol is located in Amsterdam, which operates on the UTC+1 timezone.
Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) is the most popular route. There are 17 direct weekly departures to pick from. If you prefer a later start to the day, take the last flight with Aeromexico at 23:55. Choose the first MEX to AMS departure with KLM at 20:05 if you want to get going earlier.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Make sure you're at the airport on time to board your flight from Mexico City to AMS.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
Airports in Mexico City
Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
Get to your destination in one go from Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX). Nonstop flights from Mexico City to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS) are available from here.
When leaving from MEX, you can take a direct flight from Mexico City to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport with Aeromexico.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper flight from Mexico City to AMS. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX). Take a break from travelling at one of these airports:
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
The distance from central Mexico City to MEX is roughly 8 kilometres. Use Google Maps for the fastest route, whether you prefer to drive or use public transport.
After a hassle-free start to your break? Stay near Benito Juarez International Airport. Whether you're taking an early flight from Mexico City to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Santa Lucia Air Force Base (NLU)
Santa Lucia Air Force Base (NLU) offers direct flights from Mexico City to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS).
From NLU, direct flights from Mexico City to AMS can be booked with KLM.
Split up your flight from Mexico City to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol with a stop so you can stretch your legs or tick another place off your list. Some top stopovers between Santa Lucia Air Force Base and AMS include:
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
NLU is about 40 kilometres from central Mexico City. It takes 55 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour and 46 minutes.
Getting to the airport on time before your flight from Mexico City to AMS is so much simpler when you stay close to Santa Lucia Air Force Base. Think about booking a room at Verticca Hotel the night before you fly out.
About Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Mexico City to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these hotels near AMS:
Getting from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS) to central Amsterdam
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport to the centre of Amsterdam is about 23 minutes in a car. It's approximately 23 kilometres away. Find out what options are available, such as cabs, car rentals or ride-sharing.
It'll take around 1 hour and 3 minutes to get there by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Mexico City to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Mexico City to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport is 336 €. The cheapest price for a return flight is 641 €. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
You're more likely to score cheap tickets from Mexico City to AMS if you book 7 months before your departure date. We crunched the flight price data and found that's when fares on this route are usually at their lowest.
Plan your trip for April. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Mexico City to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across each month.
Create a Price Alert and track any changes on this route through push notifications or email. You'll be the first to know when fares go down. Timing is key when finding cheap tickets from Mexico City to AMS.
Personalise your trip by applying filters. Choose the total duration, number of stops, and departure and arrival times to find the right flight from Mexico City to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport. You can also sort the results to see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' options first.
The best time to fly from Mexico City to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS)
June is the busiest month for flights from Mexico City to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport. To avoid the crowds, visit Amsterdam in February when things are quieter.
Before locking in your flight from Mexico City to AMS, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Amsterdam, with temperatures ranging from 14ºC to 24ºC.
February sees average temperatures of between 0ºC and 9ºC. Search for cheap flights from Mexico City to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport sometime then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Amsterdam
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Amsterdam right here. Explore these options as soon as you've booked your flight from Mexico City to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport:
One of the best ways to get to know Amsterdam is to explore its leading attractions. Essential stops include Anne Frank House, Van Gogh Museum and Rijksmuseum.
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