Travelling from Mexico City to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX): What you need to know
Get your holiday planning underway by considering where you'll catch your flight from Mexico City to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX). Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) and Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU) are Mexico City's main airports.
Expect to be travelling for 3 hours 30 minutes. That's the average duration of a direct Mexico City to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport flight.
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport is located in Phoenix. The city operates on the UTC-7 timezone and is one hour behind Mexico City.
Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX) is the most popular route. There are 17 direct flights a week to pick from. If you have things to do before heading off, take the last flight with American Airlines at 5:55pm. Choose the first MEX to PHX departure with American Airlines at 5am if you want to get going earlier.
Your flight from Mexico City to PHX won't wait if you're late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
Delays at check-in and security are likely if you're jetting off during high season, so give yourself some extra breathing space. The recommendation for peak times? Get there up to four hours ahead for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in Mexico City
Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) makes it easy to travel directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Mexico City to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX) depart from this terminal.
You can travel on a direct flight from Mexico City to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport with American Airlines. This top carrier operates services from MEX.
The preferred choice for passengers flying between MEX and PHX is American Airlines.
American Airlines leads the way in punctuality. An impressive 90.08% of its services on this route arrive without delay.
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to break up your journey and perhaps even tour another city. When browsing cheap flights from Mexico City to PHX leaving from Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to find out where you can stop along the way. Popular options include:
Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport (GDL)
Los Cabos International Airport (SJD)
Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport (PVR)
MEX is around 8 kilometres from central Mexico City. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 55 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Mexico City to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some bonus sleep) by staying at one of these stays near Benito Juarez International Airport:
80.91% of flights leaving Benito Juarez International Airport land at their destination on time. With its strong performance rating, disruptions are unlikely when flying out of MEX.
Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU)
Squeeze in an extra adventure with a stopover on your flight from Mexico City to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport. Here's where you can connect between Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport and PHX:
Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport (GDL)
Los Cabos International Airport (SJD)
Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport (PVR)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Mexico City to NLU in around 1 hour 45 minutes. The terminal is roughly 40 kilometres away, and getting there by car takes approximately 55 minutes.
It's holiday time, so why not spend another night away at a hotel close to Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport? Before your Mexico City to PHX flight, lay your head at Verticca Hotel.
When it comes to flights staying on schedule, Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 67.58%.
About Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Mexico City to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your luggage at baggage claim and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these options near PHX:
Pick up a Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport rental car and discover Phoenix and beyond with your own set of wheels. Europcar, Dollar and Thrifty are top providers to choose from here.
Booking your ride around one week ahead of your Mexico City to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport flight can help you find the best deal.
You'll find PHX at 3400 Sky Harbour Boulevard.
Getting from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX) to central Phoenix
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport is roughly 6 kilometres from central Phoenix. The time it takes to get to the centre in a cab or car hire depends on the time of day. Do some research before you go.
It takes roughly 35 minutes when travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Mexico City to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX)
146 € is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Mexico City to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport. Return flights start from 209 €. These fares can change depending on demand.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Mexico City to PHX if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest Mexico City to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport tickets across every month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your dates are flexible.
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The best time to fly from Mexico City to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX)
It's time to decide when to book your flight from Mexico City to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX). July is the most popular month to visit Phoenix. If you're all about a more relaxed kind of trip, head there in May.
When booking your Mexico City to PHX plane ticket, consider the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Phoenix, with temperatures ranging from 26ºC (79ºF) to 44ºC (111ºF).
January has temperatures of between 4ºC (39ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Mexico City to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Phoenix
After booking your flight from Mexico City to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport, find a hotel that's got location and comfort covered. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Phoenix:
You'll find loads of terrific things to do in Phoenix when you're in the mood to sightsee. Start exploring at Camelback Mountain followed by Cholla Trailhead Camelback Mountain and Yayoi Kusama Fireflies Infinity Mirror Room.
Explore more of the United States
You've seen Phoenix, now it's time to discover other corners of the United States. Travel around 161 kilometres south-east to Tucson to tick off its top attractions. From Saguaro National Park East Unit to Airplane Boneyard and National Parks Conservation, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Around 257 kilometres west of Phoenix, Yuma is another essential stop in the United States. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Old Victorian Yuma, Yuma Crossing National Heritage Area and Downtown Yuma.