Flying from Moscow to Mexico City: what you need to know
You can choose from multiple airports when organising your flight from Moscow to Mexico City. Explore your options for flying out of Moscow from Moscow Sheremetyevo Airport (SVO), Moscow Vnukovo Airport (VKO) and Moscow Domodedovo Airport (DME).
When working out where to arrive in Mexico City, Mexico City Juarez International Airport (MEX) and Felipe Angeles International Airport (NLU) are the major entry points.
Mexico City's timezone is UTC-6, making Mexico City nine hours behind Moscow.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your Moscow to Mexico City flight.
Travelling during a peak time such as August? Public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from Moscow to Mexico City
To pick up cheap Moscow to Mexico City flights, book as early as possible. Airlines usually offer lower prices when flights first go on sale.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the lowest price in each month when searching for your plane ticket from Moscow to Mexico City.
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Flying from Moscow
Moscow Sheremetyevo Airport (SVO)
Finding a stopover on your Moscow to Mexico City flight is a breeze. Whether you'd like to potentially save cash on your fare or explore a new city, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to explore your options. A key stop when flying out of Moscow Sheremetyevo Airport is Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS).
Travelling from central Moscow to SVO takes about 40 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 27 kilometres in 35 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Looking for a convenient hotel near Moscow Sheremetyevo Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Moscow to Mexico City, these accommodation options will put you nice and close to your departure gate:
Moscow Sheremetyevo Airport gets top marks for on-time performance. 84% of flights that depart SVO arrive at their destination on time.
Moscow Vnukovo Airport (VKO)
With public transport, you can travel from central Moscow to VKO in around 45 minutes. The terminal is roughly 27 kilometres away. Driving will take you about 45 minutes.
Kick off your holiday early with an additional night away from home. Before catching your flight from Moscow to Mexico City, unwind in one of these hotels close to Moscow Vnukovo Airport:
Looking at how often flights stay on schedule, Moscow Vnukovo Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 68%.
Moscow Domodedovo Airport (DME)
You can book a ticket from Moscow to Mexico City leaving from Moscow Domodedovo Airport (DME) with a stopover. Istanbul Airport (IST) is a busy connecting point.
The journey to DME from the centre of Moscow is around 45 minutes by public transport. If you're going by car, it'll take you about 45 minutes to cover the 40 kilometres or so.
Relax in bed for a little longer and still make your Moscow to Mexico City flight with plenty of time to spare. These accommodation options near Moscow Domodedovo Airport make departure day a breeze if you're flying out first thing:
Flights that take off from DME touch down at their destination within the scheduled time frame 68% of the time.
Arriving in Mexico City
Mexico City Juarez International Airport (MEX)
Mexico City Juarez International Airport (MEX) is approximately 6 kilometres from central Mexico City. If you're catching a taxi or a ride-share, the drive takes around 30 minutes.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 40 minutes.
Consider staying in a hotel close to MEX if you have a late flight from Moscow to Mexico City. Select one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Hit the road running by picking up a Mexico City Juarez International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from INFINITY RENT, MEX or America and explore beyond Mexico City's main sights.
Booking your vehicle from Mexico City Juarez International Airport about four weeks in advance can help you secure the lowest rate.
Felipe Angeles International Airport (NLU)
The centre of Mexico City is about 40 kilometres from Felipe Angeles International Airport (NLU). As soon as your flight from Moscow to Mexico City has hit the runway and you've made your way through the terminal, expect a drive of around 55 minutes.
Public transport will get you there in about 2 hours.
After your flight from Moscow to Mexico City, kick back at a hotel near NLU. These are some comfortable options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:
Europcar, MEX and Keddy By Europcar make collecting a Felipe Angeles International Airport rental car simple. These companies are located around or in the terminal and will have you ready to go in a flash.
Avoid last-minute price surges. Booking your ride one week before your arrival at NLU can help you lock in a better rate.
Mexico City Atizapan Airport (AZP)
Hop off your flight from Moscow to Mexico City and go straight to your hotel or start checking out the sights right away. The centre of Mexico City is around 3 kilometres from Mexico City Atizapan Airport (AZP).
Rental companies sometimes offer discounts on early bookings, so reserve your ride from AZP well ahead of your flight from Moscow to Mexico City. A bit of planning goes a long way in savings.
Best time to go to Mexico City
June is the most popular month for flights from Moscow to Mexico City. To skip the crowds, go to Mexico City in March.
The warmest month in Mexico City is May, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Lock in your Moscow to Mexico City ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
Look for cheap flights from Moscow to Mexico City in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 6ºC (43ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF) on average.
More about Mexico City
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Mexico City right here. Browse these options once you've locked in your flight from Moscow to Mexico City:
Every great holiday has to include some sightseeing. Basilica of Our Lady of Guadalupe, National Museum of Anthropology and Frida Kahlo Museum are essential stops on your Mexico City itinerary.
Explore more of Mexico
Ecatepec de Morelos is just one of the many cities in Mexico waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Mexico City. Around 21 kilometres to the northeast, top sights here include Zoologico Zacango, Centro Ecoturistico y Educación Ambiental Sierra de Guadalupe and Botanical Garden.
Guadalajara is another standout destination in Mexico and is around 467 kilometres west of Mexico City. No journey is complete without a visit to Guadalajara's Cathedral, Temple of Our Lady of Guadalupe and Mural Gigante FRIDA KAHLO.
