Flying from Ciudad Obregon Airport (CEN) to Mexico City: what you need to know
Around 2 hours 40 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Ciudad Obregon Airport to Mexico City.
Mexico City is one hour ahead of Ciudad Obregon, where Ciudad Obregon Airport is located. Mexico City follows the UTC-6 timezone.
With 12 weekly flights between the two airports, Ciudad Obregon Airport (CEN) to Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) is the most popular route. Aeromexico operates the earliest flight at 07:50. If you'd like to make the most of your day before taking off, the last flight from CEN to MEX is with Aeromexico at 17:40.
Allow plenty of time to make your CEN to Mexico City flight. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
If you're travelling during a bank holiday or another peak period, give yourself more time. A good general rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at check-in and security will be longer.
Direct Ciudad Obregon Airport to Mexico City tickets are available for booking. Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) will be your arrival point.
Aeromexico is a well-known carrier that offers direct flights from Ciudad Obregon Airport to Mexico City.
CEN is about 13 kilometres from central Ciudad Obregon. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
86.47% of flights leaving Ciudad Obregon Airport reach their destination on schedule. With its reliable on-time performance, you're unlikely to face delays when taking off from CEN.
How to find the cheapest flights from Ciudad Obregon Airport (CEN) to Mexico City
The best price we've found for a one-way Ciudad Obregon Airport to Mexico City flight is R 886. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 1,577. Bear in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
To score cheap flights from CEN to Mexico City, book your journey five months ahead of your departure.
Organise your trip for September. That's the best month for scoring a bargain on Ciudad Obregon Airport to Mexico City tickets. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to access the cheapest price across each month.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from CEN to Mexico City by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when fares go down.
Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Ciudad Obregon 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 the centre of Mexico City. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 25 minutes.
Travelling on public transport typically takes 55 minutes.
Think about booking a hotel near MEX if you're coming in on a late flight from Ciudad Obregon Airport to Mexico City. Settle into one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Benito Juarez International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from INFINITY RENT, MEX or America and explore beyond Mexico City's usual tourist stops.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your ride from Benito Juarez International Airport about four weeks ahead of your flight from CEN to Mexico City.
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 Ciudad Obregon Airport to Mexico City, it'll take you around 55 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
You can expect the trip to take about 1 hour 45 minutes on public transport.
Settle in and unpack not long after your CEN to Mexico City flight at Verticca Hotel. This comfy accommodation option is a quick drive from NLU.
Europcar, MEX and Keddy By Europcar make picking up a Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport rental car simple. These providers are located in or around the terminal and will have you behind the wheel before you know it.
Snap up the best price by reserving your ride from NLU one week in advance. You can also expect to have a wider range of vehicles.
Best time to go to Mexico City
Before securing your flights from Ciudad Obregon Airport to Mexico City, consider which time of year is best for you. Peak season in Mexico City offers a bustling atmosphere and plenty to do, while low season brings better deals on hotels and smaller crowds.
Lock in a Ciudad Obregon Airport to Mexico City flight ticket with a departure in April if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 10ºC (50ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 6ºC (43ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF). Search for a cheap ticket from CEN to Mexico City around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Mexico City
Start your Mexico City trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Ciudad Obregon Airport to Mexico City, browse our range of accommodation options including:
Chapultepec Park and Zocalo are a couple of big attractions to add to your Mexico City itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at National Museum of Anthropology.
Explore more of Mexico
Guadalajara is just one of the many cities in Mexico waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Mexico City. Around 467 kilometres away to the west, top sights here include Teatro Degollado, Portales Tlaquepaque Park and Zoologico Guadalajara.
If there's time to check out another major destination in Mexico, consider Puebla, roughly 105 kilometres south-east of Mexico City. Mirador de Los Fuertes, Cuexcomate and Street of Candies are highlights.
