Travelling from Louisville International Airport-Standiford Field (SDF) to Mexico City: what you need to know
The timezone in Mexico City is UTC-6. The city is two hours behind Louisville, where Louisville International Airport-Standiford Field is located.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your SDF to Mexico City flight.
Planning to travel during a peak period like public or school holidays? Expect longer lines at check-in and security. To give yourself peace of mind, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially land a cheaper plane ticket from SDF to Mexico City. All you need to do is uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search. Take a detour (and maybe pocket some savings) by stopping at one of these connecting airports:
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
Located around 14 kilometres from central Louisville, SDF can be reached in about 25 minutes by car. The journey on public transport takes roughly 2 hours 40 minutes.
Want an easy start to your trip? Stay near SDF. Whether you've booked an early flight from Louisville International Airport-Standiford Field to Mexico City or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are a convenient choice:
77.69% of flights that take off from Louisville International Airport-Standiford Field touch down at their destination on time.
The address for SDF is 600 Terminal Drive.
How to find the cheapest flights from Louisville International Airport-Standiford Field (SDF) to Mexico City
136 € is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Louisville International Airport-Standiford Field to Mexico City flight. A round-trip ticket right now is 391 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to pick up cheap flights from SDF to Mexico City if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird discounts.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across every month when looking for your Louisville International Airport-Standiford Field to Mexico City ticket.
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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 to reach by car. The centre is roughly 8 kilometres away.
Travelling to the centre by public transport typically takes 55 minutes.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Louisville International Airport-Standiford Field to Mexico City. Check in to one of these accommodation options near MEX instead:
Hit the road running by picking up a Benito Juarez International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from INFINITY RENT, MEX or America and experience the lesser-explored corners of Mexico City and beyond.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your vehicle from Benito Juarez International Airport around four weeks ahead of your flight from SDF to Mexico City.
Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU)
Once your flight from Louisville International Airport-Standiford Field to Mexico City has hit the tarmac, you can make your way to the city centre in about 55 minutes by car. Central Mexico City is roughly 40 kilometres from Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU).
If you travel by public transport, you'll reach the centre in 1 hour 45 minutes or so.
Settle in and unpack not long after your SDF to Mexico City flight at Verticca Hotel. This comfy accommodation option is a short drive from NLU.
Forget about public transport schedules or cab lines. Pick up a Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport rental car and take your trip in whatever direction you choose. Check out the rates and availability from Europcar, MEX and Keddy By Europcar.
Get the pick of the lot. Booking your ride from NLU one week in advance often means more savings and a wider selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Mexico City
Before securing your flights from Louisville International Airport-Standiford Field to Mexico City, consider which time of year works best for you. High season in Mexico City offers a bustling atmosphere and plenty of activities, while low season brings cheaper deals on hotels and smaller crowds.
Book a Louisville International Airport-Standiford Field 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).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from SDF to Mexico City in January when temperatures average between 6ºC (43ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF).
More about Mexico City
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Mexico City right here. Check out these hotels after you've booked your flight from Louisville International Airport-Standiford Field to Mexico City:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be tricky to work out where to start. Chapultepec Park, Zocalo and National Museum of Anthropology are leading attractions which should feature on every Mexico City itinerary.
Explore more of Mexico
Mexico City has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of Mexico you'll want to see. Around 467 kilometres west of Mexico City, a trip to Guadalajara will keep you busy. Check out popular attractions like Teatro Degollado, Portales Tlaquepaque Park and Zoologico Guadalajara.
If you're looking to explore another corner of Mexico, consider Puebla, about 105 kilometres south-east of Mexico City. Mirador de Los Fuertes, Cuexcomate and Street of Candies are key highlights.
