Flying from Seattle to Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX): What you need to know
Seattle's main base, Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA), is where many unforgettable trips begin. Explore the departure options from here when planning your flight from Seattle to Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX).
5 hours 30 minutes is the average travel time for a direct Seattle to Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport flight.
The timezone in Mexico City is UTC-6, which is two hours ahead of Seattle. Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport is located in Mexico City.
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) is the most popular route, with 7 direct services every week. Travel from SEA to MEX on Aeromexico's 7:20am departure.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Be at the airport on time to board your flight from Seattle to MEX.
Popular months like July or holiday times such as spring break and Christmas will mean bigger lines at check-in and security. Be on the safe side and get to the airport even earlier. Arriving two hours before a domestic flight and up four hours ahead of international flights is a smart idea.
Airports in Seattle
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
Go straight to your destination from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA). Direct flights from Seattle to Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) are available from here.
You can travel on a direct flight from Seattle to Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport with Aeromexico. This popular carrier operates departures from SEA.
Aeromexico sees the most traveller bookings for flights from SEA to MEX.
Aeromexico leads the way as the most punctual carrier on this route, with 91.67% of its services reaching their destination on schedule.
Think about adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Seattle to MEX. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA). Take a break from travelling at one of these popular airports:
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX)
SEA is about 23 kilometres from central Seattle. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 35 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Seattle to Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some bonus sleep) by choosing one of these stays close to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport:
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport gets high marks for on-time performance. 80% of flights that depart SEA reach their destination on time.
Seattle Paine Field International Airport (PAE)
You can reach PAE from the centre of Seattle in about 40 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The ride by public transport will take roughly 1 hour 30 minutes to cover the 40 kilometres or so.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before boarding your Seattle to MEX flight? Relax in a hotel near Seattle Paine Field International Airport before your holiday officially begins. These stays are expecting you:
The majority of flights that leave Seattle Paine Field International Airport arrive at their destination as planned. It achieves a consistent on-time performance rate of 80%.
About Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
Have a late flight from Seattle to Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport? Don't let it stretch your travel day into tomorrow. Check in to one of these hotels near MEX and get cosy, quick:
To get the lowest price, book your vehicle around four weeks ahead of your Seattle to Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport flight.
Getting from Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) to central Mexico City
Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport is around 13 kilometres from central Mexico City. It takes around 30 minutes or so to get to the city by car.
It'll take around 40 minutes if you're using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Seattle to Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Seattle to Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport is 142 €. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 356 €. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares could change.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Seattle to MEX if you book in advance. Airlines often have some great early bird discounts.
Affordable Seattle to Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport tickets are easier to find when you have flexibility in your schedule. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to compare fares throughout the month and then fly out on the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Seattle to Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
September is the most popular month for flights from Seattle to Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX). Plan your visit to Mexico City in November for a more low-key escape.
The warmest month in Mexico City is May, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Book your Seattle to MEX plane ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Seattle to Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport in January when temperatures are between 6ºC (43ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF).
More about Mexico City
Start your Mexico City trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Seattle to Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport, check out our selection of hotels including:
There are so many things to discover in this city, it can be hard to figure out where to begin. Zócalo, Historic Centre (Centro Historico) and Basilica of Our Lady of Guadalupe are major attractions which should feature on any good Mexico City itinerary.
Explore more of Mexico
Puebla is just one of the many cities in Mexico waiting to be explored once you've seen Mexico City. Around 105 kilometres away to the southeast, its top attractions include Zócalo de Puebla, Temple of Our Lady of Guadalupe and Centro Histórico de Puebla.
Around 225 kilometres west of Mexico City, Morelia is another favourite stop in Mexico. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Templo de Nuestra Señora de Guadalupe., Palacio Municipal de Morelia and The Aqueduct.


