Flying from Chicago to Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX): what you need to know
There are a couple of main airports to choose from in Chicago. Explore your options departing from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) or Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) when searching for a flight from Chicago to Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX).
Expect to be in the air for 4 hours 19 minutes. That's the average time for a direct flight from Chicago to Benito Juarez International Airport.
Mexico City is 1 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 56 direct departures a week to choose from. If you prefer starting your day later, take the last flight with United at 19:40. Choose the first ORD to MEX departure with Volaris at 00:02 if you want to get going earlier.
Leave enough time to catch your flight from Chicago to MEX. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
With more people on the move during busy months like August, get to the terminal earlier than usual. Two hours for domestic flights and as much as four for international journeys will help you stay ahead of the crowds. Remember things also get busy during major holidays like Fourth of July.
Airports in Chicago
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
You can book a direct flight from Chicago to Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) departing from O'Hare International Airport (ORD).
Choose from a variety of airlines that operate direct flights from Chicago to Benito Juarez International Airport leaving from ORD. Book your journey with one of these:
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your journey — and maybe even tour another city. When browsing flights from Chicago to MEX leaving from O'Hare International Airport (ORD), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Consider one of these popular options:
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
Gen Mariano Escobedo Airport (MTY)
San Antonio International Airport (SAT)
From central Chicago, ORD is approximately 40 kilometres away. Check the official airport website or use navigation apps to find the best way to arrive at the terminal.
Need a convenient hotel near O'Hare International Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Chicago to Benito Juarez International Airport, these stays will have you moments from your departure lounge:
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
Searching for other options for a direct flight from Chicago to Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)? Browse the fares departing from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW).
The most popular airlines that operate direct flights from Chicago to MEX leaving from MDW include:
Break up your flight from Chicago to Benito Juarez International Airport with a stop so you can freshen up or tick another place off your list. Popular stopovers between Chicago Midway International Airport and MEX include:
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
Gen Mariano Escobedo Airport (MTY)
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
On public transport, you can travel from central Chicago to MDW in around 46 minutes. The terminal is roughly 19 kilometres away, and making the trip by car will take approximately 21 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before boarding your flight from Chicago to MEX? Relax in a hotel near Chicago Midway International Airport before your holiday officially starts. Stay at one of these accommodation options:
About Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
Consider staying in a hotel near MEX if you're taking a late flight from Chicago to Benito Juarez International Airport. Settle into one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Getting from Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) to central Mexico City
From Benito Juarez International Airport, Mexico City is approximately 8 kilometres away. It takes around 24 minutes to reach the centre driving.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 57 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Chicago to Benito Juarez International Airport is R 1,280. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 3,967. Keep in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
4 months is how far we recommend booking ahead to lock in cheap tickets from Chicago to MEX.
Schedule your trip for January. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Chicago to Benito Juarez International Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across every month.
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The best time to fly from Chicago to Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Chicago to Benito Juarez International Airport. July is the most popular month for a trip to Mexico City. If you like a quieter atmosphere, go in April.
Think about the type of weather that'll suit your plans for Mexico City. The warmest month is April. Book your flights from Chicago to MEX during then and you can expect temperatures of between 10ºC and 28ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, lock in a cheap flight from Chicago to Benito Juarez International Airport in January when temperatures average between 6ºC and 23ºC.
More about Mexico City
After booking your flight from Chicago to Benito Juarez International Airport, think about where you'll stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Mexico City:
Zocalo and Chapultepec Park are a couple of major attractions to put on your Mexico City travel itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at National Museum of Anthropology.
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