Travelling from Adelaide Airport (ADL) to Mexico City: what you need to know
Mexico City is 16 hours 30 minutes behind Adelaide, where Adelaide Airport is located. Mexico City follows the UTC-6 timezone.
Leave plenty of time to get on your ADL to Mexico City flight. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
If you're travelling during a major holiday or another peak period, give yourself extra time. A good general rule is two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Lines at check-in and security will be longer.
ADL is about 6 kilometres from central Adelaide. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be around 50 minutes.
Want a leisurely start to your trip? Stay near ADL. Whether you've booked an early flight from Adelaide Airport to Mexico City or don't want departure day to feel hectic, these hotels put convenience first:
Of the departures from Adelaide Airport, 75.6% arrive on time at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Adelaide Airport (ADL) to Mexico City
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Adelaide Airport to Mexico City flight is R 12,954. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 23,169. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Booking early is often the key to securing a cheap flight from ADL to Mexico City. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the nearer your departure date, the more expensive your ticket may be.
Landing cheap tickets from Adelaide Airport to Mexico City is more likely if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Try using the 'Whole month' search tool to get the lowest fares across every month and walk away with an awesome deal.
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Airports in Mexico City
Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) is around 8 kilometres from the centre of Mexico City. If you're getting a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 25 minutes.
It typically takes 55 minutes to get there using public transport.
If you have a late flight from Adelaide Airport to Mexico City, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these hotels near MEX:
Grab a Benito Juarez International Airport rental car and explore Mexico City and beyond with your own wheels. INFINITY RENT, MEX and America are well-known companies you can book with here.
Reserving your vehicle from Benito Juarez International Airport about four weeks before your flight from ADL to Mexico City can help you get the best possible rate.
Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU)
Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU) is roughly 40 kilometres from the centre of Mexico City. Following your flight from Adelaide Airport to Mexico City, it'll take you around 55 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
The trip will take roughly 1 hour 45 minutes on public transport.
There are some terrific places to rest your head within a quick drive of NLU. Switch to relaxation mode at Verticca Hotel after your ADL to Mexico City flight.
The fastest way to get to where you're going is with a Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Europcar, MEX or Keddy By Europcar and be on your way in a flash.
Get what you want, not just what's left over. Reserving your ride from NLU one week ahead of time often means better prices and a wider choice of vehicles.
Best time to go to Mexico City
Travel to Mexico City during high season if you like a lively atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices are typically higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Adelaide Airport to Mexico City in the off-season when prices are cheaper and it's not as busy.
Lock in an Adelaide Airport to Mexico City flight ticket with a departure in April if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 10ºC (50ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from ADL to Mexico City in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 6ºC (43ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF) on average.
More about Mexico City
Start your Mexico City trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Adelaide Airport to Mexico City, explore our selection of hotels including:
Every great adventure has to include a little sightseeing. Chapultepec Park, Zocalo and National Museum of Anthropology are must-do's during your Mexico City adventure.
Explore more of Mexico
You've seen Mexico City, now it's time to explore other corners of Mexico. Travel around 467 kilometres west to Guadalajara to check off its leading sights. From Teatro Degollado to Portales Tlaquepaque Park and Zoologico Guadalajara, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Around 105 kilometres south-east of Mexico City, Puebla is another favourite stop in Mexico. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Mirador de Los Fuertes, Cuexcomate and Street of Candies.
