Flying from Mexico City to Phoenix: what you need to know
Start your travel planning by considering the departure point for your flight from Mexico City to Phoenix. Mexico City Juarez International Airport (MEX) and Felipe Angeles International Airport (NLU) are Mexico City's main airports.
Come in for landing at Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport (PHX), the primary gateway of Phoenix.
Around 3 hours 30 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct Mexico City to Phoenix flight.
The timezone in Phoenix is UTC-7, which is one hour behind Mexico City.
With 15 weekly flights between the two airports, Mexico City Juarez International Airport (MEX) to Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport (PHX) is the busiest route. Board the first flight from Mexico City to Phoenix with American Airlines at 05:00. If you prefer to make the most of your day before leaving, the latest flight from MEX to PHX is with American Airlines at 17:55.
For stress-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your Mexico City to Phoenix flight.
During popular months such as June, it's best to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Mexico City to Phoenix
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap Mexico City to Phoenix flights if you book in advance. Airlines often have some great early bird rates.
If you can be flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the lowest price in each month when searching for your plane ticket from Mexico City to Phoenix.
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Flying from Mexico City
Mexico City Juarez International Airport (MEX)
You can catch a direct flight from Mexico City to Phoenix leaving from Mexico City Juarez International Airport (MEX). Start your journey at MEX and land at Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport (PHX).
Look out for deals with American Airlines. This airline offers direct Mexico City to Phoenix plane tickets from MEX.
We make it simple to book a Mexico City to Phoenix flight with a stopover. To see all the options departing from Mexico City Juarez International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Popular stopovers include:
Minneapolis St Paul Airport (MSP)
Harry Reid International Airport (LAS)
Guadalajara Airport (GDL)
Travelling from central Mexico City to MEX takes about 40 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 6 kilometres in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Need a handy hotel close to Mexico City Juarez International Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Mexico City to Phoenix, these accommodation options will have you sleeping nice and close to your departure gate:
84% of flights leaving Mexico City Juarez International Airport arrive at their destination as planned. With its solid on-time performance, you're unlikely to face delays when taking off from MEX.
Felipe Angeles International Airport (NLU)
Visit family or friends or just take a moment to stretch your legs with a stopover. If you'd like to split up your Mexico City to Phoenix flight, here's where you can stop when leaving from Felipe Angeles International Airport:
Guadalajara Airport (GDL)
Puerto Vallarta Airport (PVR)
Los Cabos International Airport (SJD)
NLU is about 40 kilometres from central Mexico City. It'll take 55 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 2 hours.
It's your holiday, so why not enjoy an additional night away? Think about checking in to one of these hotels near Felipe Angeles International Airport the day before your flight from Mexico City to Phoenix:
Felipe Angeles International Airport has an on-time performance rate of 76%. This figure reflects how frequently flights that leave from this airport land on schedule.
Arriving in Phoenix
Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport (PHX)
Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport (PHX) is approximately 6 kilometres from central Phoenix. If you're catching a taxi or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 10 minutes.
Getting to the centre by public transport takes roughly 25 minutes.
If you have a late flight from Mexico City to Phoenix, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these hotels near PHX:
Go where the road takes you with a Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Europcar, Dollar or Thrifty and experience more of Phoenix and beyond.
For the best deal, reserve your vehicle from Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport around one week ahead of your Mexico City to Phoenix flight.
The street address for PHX is 3400 Sky Harbour Boulevard.
Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport (AZA)
The centre of Phoenix is located around 40 kilometres from Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport (AZA). After your flight from Mexico City to Phoenix has hit the runway and you've made your way to arrivals, expect a drive of around 30 minutes.
If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take around 1 hour 15 minutes.
You'll find some great places ready to welcome you near AZA. Tuck yourself in after your Mexico City to Phoenix flight at one of these perfectly located options:
The quickest way to reach your destination is with a Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Dollar, Alamo or Budget and be off and running.
Get first dibs on the best options. Booking your ride from AZA two weeks in advance often means lower prices and a bigger choice of vehicles.
Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport is located at 6033 S. Sossaman Rd..
Best time to go to Phoenix
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Mexico City to Phoenix. April is the busiest month for a trip to Phoenix. If you want a more peaceful vibe, go in March.
Lock in a Mexico City to Phoenix ticket departing in July if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Phoenix to range from 27ºC (81ºF) to 45ºC (113ºF).
Search for cheap flights from Mexico City to Phoenix in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 4ºC (39ºF) and 21ºC (70ºF) on average.
More about Phoenix
Start your Phoenix trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Mexico City to Phoenix, check out our range of accommodation options including:
Every great holiday has to include some sightseeing. Camelback Mountain, Yayoi Kusama Fireflies Infinity Mirror Room and Heard Museum are attractions you won't want to skip in Phoenix.
Explore more of the United States
San Diego is just one of the many places in the United States waiting to be explored after you've seen Phoenix. Around 483 kilometres to the west, top sights here include San Diego Zoo, Balboa Park and USS Midway Museum.
Las Vegas is another well-known destination in the United States and is around 418 kilometres northwest of Phoenix. No trip is complete without visiting Las Vegas Strip, Fountains of Bellagio and Penn & Teller.


