Flying from Mexico City to Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV): What you need to know
Get your holiday planning underway by considering where you'll board your flight from Mexico City to Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV). Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) and Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU) are the two main airports in Mexico City.
Ben Gurion International Airport is located in Tel Aviv. The city runs on the UTC+2 timezone and is eight hours ahead of Mexico City.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your flight from Mexico City to TLV. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Delays at check-in and security are more likely if you're travelling during high season, so allow some extra breathing room. The recommendation for peak periods? Arrive up to four hours early for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in Mexico City
Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
Think about adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Mexico City to TLV. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX). Slip in a stop (and skip the high fares) by flying through one of these airports:
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Miami International Airport (MIA)
Travelling from central Mexico City to MEX takes around 55 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 8 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want a stress-free start to your holiday? Stay near Benito Juarez International Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Mexico City to Ben Gurion International Airport or prefer not to feel hurried, these hotels offer the perfect solution:
Benito Juarez International Airport gets high marks for its on-time performance. 80.91% of flights that depart MEX arrive at their destination without delay.
Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU)
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 approximately 1 hour 45 minutes.
Getting to the airport on time before your Mexico City to TLV flight is far easier when you stay near Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport. If you have an early departure, Verticca Hotel will have you a quick ride from check-in.
67.58% of flights leaving Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport arrive according to schedule.
About Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV)
Have a late flight from Mexico City to Ben Gurion International Airport? Don't let it hijack your sleep schedule. Stay at one of these hotels near TLV and be in snooze mode sooner:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Ben Gurion International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Europcar, Budget or Alamo and experience the lesser-explored corners of Tel Aviv and beyond.
Booking your vehicle around three weeks ahead of your Mexico City to Ben Gurion International Airport flight can help you lock in a great deal.
Getting from Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV) to central Tel Aviv
Ben Gurion International Airport is about 14 kilometres from central Tel Aviv. The time it takes to get there by car hire or cab will depend on the time of day. Do a little research beforehand.
It typically takes 45 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Mexico City to Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Mexico City to Ben Gurion International Airport is 378 €. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 709 €. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares can change.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Mexico City to TLV if you book early. Airlines often offer some great early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest Mexico City to Ben Gurion International Airport tickets across the month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your plans aren't set in stone.
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The best time to fly from Mexico City to Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV)
Think about the pace you're looking for when deciding your trip dates. April is the quietest month to go to Tel Aviv. July is when most people book flights from Mexico City to Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV), which may be ideal if you're chasing more excitement.
The warmest month in Tel Aviv is August, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Lock in your Mexico City to TLV plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Mexico City to Ben Gurion International Airport in January when temperatures are between 10ºC (50ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF).
More about Tel Aviv
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Tel Aviv right here. Explore these options once you've booked your flight from Mexico City to Ben Gurion International Airport:
There are so many things to explore in this city, it can be tricky to know where to begin. Sunset Point Tel Aviv, Hilton Beach and Jaffa Old City are major attractions which should feature on any well-planned Tel Aviv itinerary.
Explore more of Israel
Tel Aviv has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of Israel waiting to be explored. About 113 kilometres north of Tel Aviv, a visit to Nahariyya will keep your itinerary busy. Check out popular attractions like Akhziv Beach, Achziv Sea Reserve and Galei Galil Beach.
If you're looking to explore another corner of Israel, head for Eilat, roughly 274 kilometres south of Tel Aviv. Paradise Dive Site, Eilat Coral Beach Nature Reserve and The Sisters Dive Site are highlights.