Flying from Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) to Mexico City: what you need to know
Berlin Brandenburg Airport is located in Berlin. Based in the UTC-6 timezone, Mexico City is seven hours behind Berlin.
To avoid rushing for your BER to Mexico City flight, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
If you're heading away during a major holiday or another peak period, allow extra time. A good general rule is two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Lines at security and check-in will be longer.
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your trip and possibly even explore another city. When browsing for flight tickets from BER to Mexico City, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Top options include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Located around 19 kilometres from central Berlin, BER can be reached in about 35 minutes by car, depending on traffic. Travelling on public transport will take roughly 35 minutes.
In search of a hotel near BER? If you're catching an early flight from Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Mexico City, these stays will put you moments from check-in:
74.2% of flights leaving from Berlin Brandenburg Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
How to find the cheapest flights from Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) to Mexico City
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Mexico City flight is R 6,777. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 12,447. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap flights from BER to Mexico City, book early. Airlines tend to offer the most competitive fares when flights first go on sale.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel dates, take advantage of the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across every month when searching for your Berlin Brandenburg Airport 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 around 25 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 8 kilometres away.
It takes around 55 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
If you have a late flight from Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Mexico City, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these hotels near MEX:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Benito Juarez International Airport rental car. Grab a set of 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 booking your vehicle from Benito Juarez International Airport around four weeks ahead of your flight from BER to Mexico City.
Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU)
After your flight from Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Mexico City has hit the runway, you can make your way to the city centre in around 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, the ride to the centre takes 1 hour 45 minutes or so.
Verticca Hotel is one accommodation option within an easy drive of NLU. Unpack your bags here after your BER to Mexico City flight and then put up the 'Do not disturb' sign to enjoy some uninterrupted rest.
Europcar, MEX and Keddy By Europcar make collecting a Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport rental car easy and quick. These reliable suppliers are located in or around the terminal and will have you on your way in a heartbeat.
Avoid potential price surges. Booking your ride one week before your arrival at NLU can help you lock in a better rate.
Best time to go to Mexico City
Carefully consider your trip dates before locking in your flight from Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Mexico City. The city buzzes in high season, but prices are typically higher and top attractions can get crowded. Go to Mexico City in the low season for a more relaxed vibe.
Before booking a Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Mexico City flight ticket, think about the type of weather you enjoy. April is the warmest month in Mexico City, with temperatures ranging from 10ºC (50ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from BER to Mexico City in January when temperatures average between 6ºC (43ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF).
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 Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Mexico City, browse our range of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to figure out where to begin. Chapultepec Park, Zocalo and National Museum of Anthropology are major attractions which should feature on any well-planned Mexico City itinerary.
Explore more of Mexico
Guadalajara is just one of the many cities in Mexico waiting to be discovered once you've seen Mexico City. Around 467 kilometres away to the west, well-known attractions include Teatro Degollado, Portales Tlaquepaque Park and Zoologico Guadalajara.
If you're eager to discover another great destination in Mexico, consider Puebla, about 105 kilometres south-east of Mexico City. Mirador de Los Fuertes, Cuexcomate and Street of Candies are key reasons to visit.
