Flying from Mexico City to Tucson International Airport (TUS): What you need to know
The timezone in Tucson is UTC-7, which is one hour behind Mexico City. Tucson International Airport is located in Tucson.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Mexico City to TUS. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
You can expect longer queues during popular months like September and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
Airports in Mexico City
Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
We make it a breeze to book cheap flights from Mexico City to TUS that include a stopover. To explore your options departing from Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Top stopovers between MEX and TUS include:
Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
Located around 13 kilometres from central Mexico City, MEX can be reached in about 30 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport is roughly 40 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel near Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Mexico City to Tucson International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
84% of flights departing from Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport reach their destination on time. Given its reliable on-time performance, you're unlikely to experience delays when setting off from MEX.
Mexico City Felipe Angeles International Airport (NLU)
You can get to NLU from central Mexico City in approximately 55 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The ride on public transport will take roughly 2 hours to cover the 56 kilometres or so.
Kick back before your Mexico City to TUS flight at a hotel near Mexico City Felipe Angeles International Airport. Verticca Hotel is one option where you can jump out of bed and get to the airport with time to spare.
76% of flights leaving Mexico City Felipe Angeles International Airport meet their expected arrival time.
About Tucson International Airport (TUS)
Have a late flight from Mexico City to Tucson International Airport? Don't let your travel day stretch into tomorrow. Check in to one of these hotels near TUS and turn out the lights sooner:
Booking your vehicle around three weeks in advance of your Mexico City to Tucson International Airport flight can help you find the best deal.
You'll find TUS at 7005 South Plumer Ave..
Getting from Tucson International Airport (TUS) to central Tucson
Central Tucson is around 11 kilometres from Tucson International Airport and takes about 15 minutes to reach by car. Work out your options for getting into the city, whether that's with a taxi, car hire or ride-share.
It takes around 40 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Mexico City to Tucson International Airport (TUS)
At the moment, 320 € is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Mexico City to Tucson International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is 493 €. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Mexico City to TUS if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some great early bird rates.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest Mexico City to Tucson International Airport tickets across each month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.
There's no need to check back in every day to find out if prices have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment a lower fare pops up on plane tickets from Mexico City to TUS.
Tailor your travel plans using filters. Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Mexico City to Tucson International Airport.
The best time to fly from Mexico City to Tucson International Airport (TUS)
Think about the kind of holiday you want when deciding when to fly. October is the quietest month to visit Tucson. March is when most people book flights from Mexico City to Tucson International Airport (TUS), which may be perfect if you enjoy travelling when it's busier.
Before locking in your Mexico City to TUS plane ticket, consider the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. June is the warmest month in Tucson, with temperatures ranging from 19ºC (66ºF) to 38ºC (100ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from Mexico City to Tucson International Airport in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 0ºC (32ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF).
More about Tucson
After booking your flight from Mexico City to Tucson International Airport, find a hotel that puts you in a great location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Tucson:
There are so many things to see and do in this city, it can be difficult to know where to begin. Saguaro National Park East Unit, St. Augustine Cathedral and El Presidio Plaza are top attractions which should be on any well-planned Tucson itinerary.
Explore more of the United States
Phoenix is just one of the many cities in the United States waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Tucson. Around 177 kilometres away to the northwest, top sights here include Camelback Mountain, Yayoi Kusama Fireflies Infinity Mirror Room and Heard Museum.
Mesa is another essential stop in the United States and is around 161 kilometres northwest of Tucson. No journey is complete without a visit to Mesa Arts Centre, Commemorative Air Force Museum and Arizona Museum of Natural History.
