Travelling from Orlando to Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX): What you need to know
Planning your getaway starts with working out where you'll fly out of in Orlando. Orlando International Airport (MCO) is the city's main airport, so check out your options for booking a flight from Orlando to Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) jetting off from here.
Around 3 hours 35 minutes is the typical travel time on a direct Orlando to Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport flight.
Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport is located in Mexico City. The city runs on the UTC-6 timezone and is one hour behind Orlando.
Orlando International Airport (MCO) to Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) is the most popular route. There are 27 direct departures a week to pick from. If you prefer a later start to the day, take the last flight with Aeromexico at 8:48pm. Choose the first MCO to MEX departure operated by Aeromexico at 7:04am if you'd rather get a move on.
Your flight from Orlando to MEX won't wait if you're late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
With more people on the move during peak months like March, get to the terminal earlier than usual. Two hours for domestic flights and as much as four for international journeys will help you deal with any delays. Remember things also get busy during major holidays like Thanksgiving.
Airports in Orlando
Orlando International Airport (MCO)
You can hop on a direct flight from Orlando to Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) departing from Orlando International Airport (MCO).
When leaving from MCO, you can take a direct flight from Orlando to Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport with Aeromexico.
Aeromexico is the airline with the highest passenger demand for flights from MCO to MEX.
Aeromexico stands out as the most punctual carrier on this route, with 92.65% of its services arriving as scheduled.
Consider adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Orlando to MEX. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Orlando International Airport (MCO). Break the trip up (and maybe score a better deal) by stopping at one of these airports:
Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
Miami International Airport (MIA)
Cancun International Airport (CUN)
MCO is about 19 kilometres from central Orlando. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour.
Planning to catch an early flight from Orlando to Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a few extra z's) by picking one of these stays near Orlando International Airport:
77% of flights taking off from Orlando International Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
The address for MCO is One Airport Boulevard.
Orlando Sanford International Airport (SFB)
SFB is around 40 kilometres from central Orlando. It'll take 35 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour.
Catching the earliest flight? Think about checking in to one of these hotels near Orlando Sanford International Airport the day before your Orlando to MEX flight:
69% of flights out of Orlando Sanford International Airport stick to their scheduled arrival time.
About Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Orlando to Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these hotels near MEX:
Booking your ride around four weeks in advance of your Orlando to Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport flight can help you get a cheaper deal.
Getting from Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) to central Mexico City
Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport is around 13 kilometres from the centre of Mexico City. It takes around 30 minutes or so to drive to the city.
Travelling on public transport takes about 40 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Orlando to Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Orlando to Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport is 97 €. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 239 €. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares can change.
To find cheap flights from Orlando to MEX, book in advance. Airlines usually offer their most competitively priced fares when tickets are first released.
Affordable Orlando to Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport tickets are easier to find when your travel dates are flexible. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare fares throughout the month and then pick the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Orlando to Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
It's time to decide when to book your flight from Orlando to Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX). September is the busiest month to visit Mexico City. If you're all about a more relaxed kind of trip, think about going in November.
Lock in a Orlando to MEX plane ticket departing in May if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Mexico City to range from 12ºC (54ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Orlando to Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport in January when temperatures are between 6ºC (43ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF).
More about Mexico City
Once you've booked your flight from Orlando to Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport, find a hotel that offers a good mix of location and comfort. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Mexico City:
Every great holiday has to include a little sightseeing. Zócalo, Historic Centre (Centro Historico) and Basilica of Our Lady of Guadalupe are must-do's during your Mexico City adventure.
Explore more of Mexico
Puebla is just one of the many places in Mexico waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Mexico City. Around 105 kilometres away to the southeast, check out popular attractions including Zócalo de Puebla, Temple of Our Lady of Guadalupe and Centro Histórico de Puebla.
Around 225 kilometres west of Mexico City, Morelia is another essential stop in Mexico. No visit is complete without checking out Templo de Nuestra Señora de Guadalupe., Palacio Municipal de Morelia and The Aqueduct.