Flying from Chicago to Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX): What you need to know
There are two main airports you can fly out of in Chicago. Check out your options leaving from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) or Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) when reserving your flight from Chicago to Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX).
Hop on a direct Chicago to Benito Juarez International Airport flight and you'll be travelling for around 4 hours 25 minutes.
Mexico City is one hour behind Chicago. Benito Juarez International Airport is located in Mexico City, which operates on the UTC-6 timezone.
O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) is the most popular route. There are 41 direct weekly flights to choose from. If you prefer to head out later, hop on the last flight with Volaris at 11:58pm. Choose the first ORD to MEX departure operated by Volaris at 12:58am if you'd rather not wait around.
Your flight from Chicago to MEX won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
Planning to travel during a peak time like school or public holidays? Expect longer queues at check-in and security. To be on the safe side, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Chicago
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
You can find a direct flight from Chicago to Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) leaving from O'Hare International Airport (ORD).
Well-known carriers that operate direct flights from Chicago to Benito Juarez International Airport departing ORD include:
The preferred choice for passengers flying between ORD and MEX is Aeromexico.
Among carriers on this route, Aeromexico is the most consistent for on-time landings.
We make it a piece of cake to book cheap flights from Chicago to MEX with a stopover. To explore all the options leaving from O'Hare International Airport (ORD), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, select a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Some popular stopovers between ORD and MEX include:
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
Gen Mariano Escobedo Airport (MTY)
San Antonio International Airport (SAT)
Travelling from central Chicago to ORD takes around 55 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 40 kilometres in 35 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want a leisurely start to your travels? Stay near O'Hare International Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Chicago to Benito Juarez International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels have you covered:
74.85% of flights that depart O'Hare International Airport reach their destination on time.
ORD's address is 10000 West O'Hare.
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
Squeeze in an extra adventure with a stopover on your flight from Chicago to Benito Juarez International Airport. Check out these connections between Chicago Midway International Airport and MEX:
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
San Antonio International Airport (SAT)
You can get to MDW from the centre of Chicago in about 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The ride by public transport will take roughly 45 minutes to travel the 19 kilometres or so.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before catching your Chicago to MEX flight? Check in to a hotel near Chicago Midway International Airport before your holiday officially starts. These stays are calling your name:
77.88% of flights leaving Chicago Midway International Airport arrive within the expected time frame.
You'll find MDW at 5700 South Cicero.
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)
When organising your plane ticket from Chicago to Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) out of Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD), you have stopover options to choose from. Consider making a pit stop at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), one of the most popular connection points on this route.
RFD is around 137 kilometres from central Chicago. The drive from the city centre to the terminal takes about 1 hour 25 minutes. If you're planning to take public transport, expect a journey of around 4 hours 15 minutes.
Make catching an early Chicago to Benito Juarez International Airport flight the easiest part of your journey. Book a room at one of these accommodation options near Chicago Rockford International Airport and get to your gate without rushing:
Flights that leave from RFD touch down at their destination within the scheduled time frame 76.19% of the time.
The address of Chicago Rockford International Airport is 2 Airport Cir.
About Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Chicago to Benito Juarez International Airport. Stay at one of these accommodation options near MEX instead:
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Booking your vehicle around four weeks in advance of your Chicago to Benito Juarez International Airport flight can help you lock in a great deal.
Getting from Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) to central Mexico City
Benito Juarez International Airport is about 6 kilometres from central Mexico City. How long it'll take to get there by cab or car hire depends on the time of day. Do some research before you go.
Travelling by public transport will take you roughly 55 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
R 1,744 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Chicago to Benito Juarez International Airport. A return flight starts at R 4,673. These fares may change based on availability.
To snap up cheap flights from Chicago to MEX, book your ticket eight months ahead of your planned departure.
January is when you're most likely to find a good deal on a Chicago to Benito Juarez International Airport ticket. If you're looking to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for each month.
There's no need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as there's a better deal on plane tickets from Chicago to MEX.
Filters make it easier to scoop up a deal on your flight from Chicago to Benito Juarez International Airport. Choose the departure times, airlines and number of stops that match your plans. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to find the best price quickly.
The best time to fly from Chicago to Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
Think about the kind of holiday you want when planning the timing of your trip. April is the quietest month to visit Mexico City. July is when most people book flights from Chicago to Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX), which may be perfect if you enjoy travelling when it's busier.
Book a Chicago to MEX plane ticket departing in April if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Mexico City to range from 10ºC (50ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
January sees temperatures of between 6ºC (43ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Chicago to Benito Juarez International Airport around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Mexico City
Once you've booked your flight from Chicago to Benito Juarez International Airport, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Mexico City:
Your trip to Mexico City should come with a bit of sightseeing. Big-name attractions worth exploring include Historic Centre (Centro Historico), Zócalo and Basilica of Our Lady of Guadalupe.
Explore more of Mexico
Puebla is just one of the many cities in Mexico waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Mexico City. Around 105 kilometres away to the south-east, its best attractions include Temple of Our Lady of Guadalupe, Zócalo de Puebla and Centro Histórico de Puebla.
Morelia is another must-experience destination in Mexico and is around 225 kilometres west of Mexico City. No journey is complete without seeing Letras Morelia Catedral, Templo de Nuestra Señora de Guadalupe. And Palacio Municipal de Morelia.
