Travelling from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Mexico City: what you need to know
Southampton Airport is located in Southampton. Following the UTC-6 timezone, Mexico City is six hours behind Southampton.
For a relaxed start to your SOU to Mexico City flight, leave enough time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Longer lines at security and check-in are more likely if you're travelling during high season, so give yourself even more breathing space. A good rule for peak periods? Arrive up to four hours ahead for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
Whether you'd like to explore another city along the way or just take a break, we make it a breeze to find plane tickets from SOU to Mexico City with a stopover. To check out your options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) is a popular stop to make.
SOU is around 6 kilometres from central Southampton. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be around 25 minutes.
Have an early flight from Southampton Airport to Mexico City? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near SOU:
When it comes to Southampton Airport's on-time performance, data shows 55.7% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Mexico City
The best price we've found for a one-way Southampton Airport to Mexico City flight is 523 €. The cheapest price for a return flight is 879 €. Bear in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from SOU to Mexico City if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird discounts.
Scoring cheap tickets from Southampton Airport to Mexico City is easier if you're flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to get the lowest fares throughout the month and pick up an epic deal.
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Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Southampton Airport to Mexico City by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best.'
Airports in Mexico City
Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) is around 8 kilometres from central Mexico City. If you're opting for a ride-share or a cab, the drive takes roughly 25 minutes.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of around 55 minutes.
Book a hotel near MEX if you're coming in on a late flight from Southampton Airport to Mexico City. Settle into one of these options and make your first night all about catching up on rest:
Go where the road takes you with a Benito Juarez International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from INFINITY RENT, MEX or America and discover more of Mexico City and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Benito Juarez International Airport around four weeks before your flight from SOU to Mexico City can help you get the best possible rate.
Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU)
The centre of Mexico City is about 40 kilometres from Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU). Once your flight from Southampton Airport to Mexico City has hit the runway and you've made your way to arrivals, the drive should be around 55 minutes.
You can expect the trip to take roughly 1 hour 45 minutes on public transport.
Unpack your bags not long after your SOU to Mexico City flight at Verticca Hotel. This comfortable accommodation option is a short drive from NLU.
Europcar, MEX and Keddy By Europcar make picking up a Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport rental car simple. These companies are located in or around the terminal and will have you on the road before long.
Avoid potential price surges. Reserving your ride one week before your arrival at NLU can get you a lower rate.
Best time to go to Mexico City
Carefully consider your dates before booking your flight from Southampton Airport to Mexico City. The city comes alive during high season, but rates are typically higher and major attractions can get busy. Visit Mexico City in the low season if you want a quieter vibe.
The warmest month in Mexico City is April, with temperatures ranging between 10ºC (50ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Book your Southampton Airport to Mexico City plane ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
January sees average temperatures of between 6ºC (43ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF). Search for a cheap ticket from SOU to Mexico City around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Mexico City
Start your Mexico City trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Southampton Airport to Mexico City, explore our range of hotels including:
Every great journey has to include a little sightseeing. Chapultepec Park, Zocalo and National Museum of Anthropology are must-visits when exploring Mexico City.
Explore more of Mexico
You've seen Mexico City, now it's time to discover other corners of Mexico. Travel about 467 kilometres west to Guadalajara to tick off its leading attractions. From Teatro Degollado to Portales Tlaquepaque Park and Zoologico Guadalajara, your itinerary will be busy.
If you're looking to explore another corner of Mexico, head for Puebla, roughly 105 kilometres south-east of Mexico City. Mirador de Los Fuertes, Cuexcomate and Street of Candies are key reasons to visit.
