Flying from Columbus to Mexico City: what you need to know
John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) is Columbus's main airport. Explore your options for reserving a flight from Columbus to Mexico City leaving from here.
When it comes to choosing where to land in Mexico City, Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) and Felipe Ángeles International Airport (NLU) are the primary gateways.
The timezone in Mexico City is UTC-6, which is two hours behind Columbus.
For hassle-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This leaves you with plenty of time to catch your Columbus to Mexico City flight.
You can expect longer queues in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
How to find the cheapest flights from Columbus to Mexico City
To pick up cheap Columbus to Mexico City flights, book in advance. Airlines usually offer the most competitive fares when tickets are first released.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the lowest price across every month when searching for your plane ticket from Columbus to Mexico City.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from Columbus to Mexico City by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Select your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines by using the filters. Alternatively, sort your Columbus to Mexico City flight results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best.'
Flying from Columbus
John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH)
We make it a cinch to find a Columbus to Mexico City flight with a stopover. To see the options leaving from John Glenn Columbus International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Some popular stopovers include:
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
CMH is around 10 kilometres from central Columbus. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 10 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour 5 minutes.
After a hassle-free start to your trip? Stay near John Glenn Columbus International Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Columbus to Mexico City or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are the answer:
79.5% of flights that take off from John Glenn Columbus International Airport touch down at their destination on time.
The address for CMH is 4600 International Gateway.
Arriving in Mexico City
Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) is approximately 6 kilometres from the centre of Mexico City. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 25 minutes.
It usually takes 55 minutes to get there when travelling by public transport.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Columbus to Mexico City, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these accommodation options near MEX:
Follow your own route with a Benito Juarez International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from INFINITY RENT, MEX or America and experience more of Mexico City and beyond.
Lock in the best deal by reserving your ride from Benito Juarez International Airport around four weeks in advance of your trip.
Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU)
As soon as your flight from Columbus to Mexico City has landed, you can reach the city centre in about 55 minutes by car. Central Mexico City is approximately 32 kilometres from Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU).
If you hop on public transport, the ride to the centre will take you 1 hour 45 minutes or so.
Holiday Inn & Suites Mexico Felipe Angeles Airport is a comfortable accommodation option within a short drive of NLU. Make yourself at home here after your flight from Columbus to Mexico City and then hang 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 providers are located in or around the terminal and will have you on the road before long.
Lock in the best price by reserving your ride from NLU one week in advance. You'll also have access to a greater range of vehicles.
Best time to go to Mexico City
April is the quietest month for flights from Columbus to Mexico City, while July is the most popular. Find the ideal time to go to Mexico City based on whether you like a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Mexico City is April, with temperatures ranging between 10ºC (50ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Lock in your Columbus to Mexico City ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
January sees average temperatures of between 6ºC (43ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF). Look for cheap flights from Columbus to Mexico City around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
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 Columbus to Mexico City, browse our range of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be tricky to know where to start. Zocalo, Chapultepec Park and National Museum of Anthropology are leading attractions which should feature on every Mexico City itinerary.
Explore more of Mexico
Mexico City has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of Mexico waiting to be discovered. Around 21 kilometres north-east of Mexico City, a visit to Ecatepec de Morelos will keep you on the go. Start with leading sights like Grupo Scout 360 Aztlan, mirador del Valle Park and Kinder casanueva.
Around 467 kilometres west of Mexico City, Guadalajara is another essential stop in Mexico. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Guadalajara Cathedral, Teatro Degollado and Portales Tlaquepaque Park.