Travelling from Dubai to Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX): What you need to know
Dubai is home to a couple of airports where you can start your adventure. Explore your options for booking a flight from Dubai to Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) heading out from Dubai Airport (DXB) or Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC).
Benito Juarez International Airport is located in Mexico City. The city is in the UTC-6 timezone and is ten hours behind Dubai.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Dubai to MEX. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
With more people on the move during peak seasons, it's a good idea to get to your terminal even earlier. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international journeys will help you deal with longer queues.
Airports in Dubai
Dubai Airport (DXB)
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to break up your trip and possibly even visit a new city. When searching for cheap flights from Dubai to MEX departing from Dubai Airport (DXB), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to find out where you can stop along the way. Top options include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
The journey from central Dubai to DXB takes about 50 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 14 kilometres in 15 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want an easy start to your trip? Stay near Dubai Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Dubai to Benito Juarez International Airport or prefer not to rush, these hotels are just what you're after:
When it comes to Dubai Airport's on-time performance, 74.31% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)
With public transport, you can travel from central Dubai to DWC in around 2 hours 5 minutes. The airport is roughly 56 kilometres away, and making the trip by car takes approximately 45 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before catching your Dubai to MEX flight? Kick back in a hotel near Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport before your holiday officially starts. Here's where you can stay:
When it comes to flights staying on schedule, Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 56.64%.
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 Dubai to Benito Juarez International Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near MEX instead:
Fast-track 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.
For the lowest price, reserve your vehicle around four weeks in advance of your Dubai to Benito Juarez International Airport flight.
Getting from Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) to central Mexico City
The centre of Mexico City is about 6 kilometres from Benito Juarez International Airport. Journey times by cab or car hire will vary based on traffic conditions and time of day, so do a little research before your trip.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey of around 55 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Dubai to Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Dubai to Benito Juarez International Airport is R 9,162. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 17,137. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares could change.
Booking in advance is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Dubai to MEX. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest Dubai to Benito Juarez International Airport tickets across each month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
There's no need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment a lower fare pops up on plane tickets from Dubai to MEX.
Discover the best deal on a flight from Dubai to Benito Juarez International Airport with the help of the filters. Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest.'
The best time to fly from Dubai to Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
July is the most popular month for flights from Dubai to Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX). Plan your visit to Mexico City in April for a quieter experience.
The warmest month in Mexico City is April, with temperatures ranging between 10ºC (50ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Lock in your Dubai to MEX plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Dubai to Benito Juarez International Airport in January when temperatures are between 6ºC (43ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF).
More about Mexico City
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Mexico City right here. Explore these hotels as soon as you've locked in your flight from Dubai to Benito Juarez International Airport:
There are plenty of terrific things to do in Mexico City when you're in the mood to sightsee. Kick off your itinerary at Historic Centre (Centro Historico) followed by Zócalo and Basilica of Our Lady of Guadalupe.
Explore more of Mexico
Mexico City has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of Mexico you'll want to see. About 105 kilometres south-east of Mexico City, a trip to Puebla will keep your itinerary packed. Check out popular attractions like Temple of Our Lady of Guadalupe, Zócalo de Puebla and Centro Histórico de Puebla.
If you're interested in discovering another great destination in Mexico, head for Morelia, about 225 kilometres west of Mexico City. Letras Morelia Catedral, Templo de Nuestra Señora de Guadalupe. And Palacio Municipal de Morelia are key reasons to visit.