Travelling from Cork Airport (ORK) to Mexico City: what you need to know
Cork Airport is located in Cork. Following the UTC-6 timezone, Mexico City is six hours behind Cork.
For hassle-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 ORK to Mexico City flight.
Travelling during a peak time like school or public holidays? Expect longer lines at security and check-in. Give yourself extra leeway and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially unlock a cheaper plane ticket from ORK to Mexico City. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search. Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these airports:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Travelling from central Cork to ORK takes about 25 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 5 kilometres in 15 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Catching an early flight from Cork Airport to Mexico City? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to ORK:
70.51% of flights that leave from Cork Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
How to find the cheapest flights from Cork Airport (ORK) to Mexico City
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Cork Airport to Mexico City flight is 362 €. The cheapest price for a return flight is 660 €. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to land cheap flights from ORK to Mexico City if you book early. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird discounts.
If you have flexibility with your travel plans, make the most of the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across each month when looking for your Cork Airport to Mexico City ticket.
There's no need to keep looking every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know when there's an even better deal on cheap flights from ORK to Mexico City.
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Airports in Mexico City
Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) to the centre of Mexico City takes about 25 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 8 kilometres away.
Travelling to the centre on public transport will take you around 55 minutes.
Book a hotel close to MEX if you have a late flight from Cork Airport to Mexico City. Settle into one of these accommodation options and make your first night all about catching up on rest:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Benito Juarez International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from INFINITY RENT, MEX or America and explore beyond Mexico City's usual tourist stops.
Lock in the best deal by reserving your vehicle from Benito Juarez International Airport around four weeks in advance of your flight from ORK to Mexico City.
Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU)
Once your flight from Cork Airport to Mexico City has touched down, you can reach the city centre in around 55 minutes by car. Central Mexico City is roughly 40 kilometres from Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU).
You can expect the journey to take about 1 hour 45 minutes on public transport.
You'll find some comfortable places to rest your head just a short drive from NLU. Get into relaxation mode at Verticca Hotel after your ORK to Mexico City flight.
Forget about public transport timetables or waiting in a long cab line. Pick up a Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport rental car and let your trip unfold on your terms. Compare offers from Europcar, MEX and Keddy By Europcar.
Avoid paying extra. Securing your ride one week before your arrival at NLU can land you a better rate.
Best time to go to Mexico City
Before scheduling your flights from Cork Airport to Mexico City, consider which time of year works best for you. High season in Mexico City offers a bustling atmosphere and plenty to do, while the low season means you'll get better deals on hotels and smaller crowds.
Lock in a Cork Airport to Mexico City plane ticket with a departure in April if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 10ºC (50ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from ORK 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. Check out these options once you've locked in your flight from Cork Airport to Mexico City:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be tricky to work out where to begin. Chapultepec Park, Zocalo and National Museum of Anthropology are leading attractions which should be on any good Mexico City itinerary.
Explore more of Mexico
Guadalajara is just one of the many cities in Mexico waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Mexico City. Around 467 kilometres away to the west, top sights here include Teatro Degollado, Portales Tlaquepaque Park and Zoologico Guadalajara.
Around 105 kilometres south-east of Mexico City, Puebla is another essential stop in Mexico. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Mirador de Los Fuertes, Cuexcomate and Street of Candies.