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Cheap Flights from New York John F. Kennedy to Mexico City

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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from New York John F. Kennedy to Mexico City? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Mexico City.R 1,475 per passenger.Departing Wed, 23 Jul.One-way flight with Avianca.Outbound indirect flight with Avianca, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Wed, 23 Jul, arriving in Mexico City Juarez International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,475, select.
Mexico City.R 1,650 per passenger.Departing Tue, 16 Sep.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Tue, 16 Sep, arriving in Mexico City Juarez International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,650, select.
Mexico City.R 2,317 per passenger.Departing Mon, 25 Aug.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Mon, 25 Aug, arriving in Mexico City Juarez International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,317, select.
Mexico City.R 2,574 per passenger.Departing Wed, 5 Nov.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Wed, 5 Nov, arriving in Mexico City Juarez International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,574, select.
Mexico City.R 2,749 per passenger.Departing Wed, 1 Oct.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Wed, 1 Oct, arriving in Mexico City Juarez International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,749, select.
Mexico City.R 2,753 per passenger.Departing Thu, 15 Jan.One-way flight with Viva.Outbound direct flight with Viva departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Thu, 15 Jan, arriving in Mexico City Juarez International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,753, select.
Mexico City.R 2,753 per passenger.Departing Thu, 19 Feb.One-way flight with Viva.Outbound direct flight with Viva departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Thu, 19 Feb, arriving in Mexico City Juarez International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,753, select.
Mexico City.R 2,756 per passenger.Departing Sat, 7 Mar.One-way flight with Viva.Outbound direct flight with Viva departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Sat, 7 Mar, arriving in Mexico City Juarez International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,756, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from New York John F. Kennedy to Mexico City

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like New York John F. Kennedy to Mexico City flights are currently cheapest in July.
Jul
from R 1,475
Aug
from R 2,317
Sep
from R 1,650
Oct
from R 2,749
Nov
from R 2,574
Dec
from R 3,404
Jan
from R 2,753
Feb
from R 2,753
Mar
from R 2,756
Apr
from R 3,422
May
from R 3,422
Jun
from R 3,422

Direct flights from New York John F. Kennedy to Mexico City

Alternative New York John F. Kennedy to Mexico City routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from New York John F. Kennedy to Mexico City? You could fly into the following airports instead.

New York to Mexico City: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 1,475
Cheapest month to flyJuly
Average flight time5 hrs, 36 mins
Most popular airlineDelta
Average flights per week162

Finding cheap flights from New York John F. Kennedy to Mexico City: Frequently asked questions

There are 3 airports in Mexico City: Mexico City Juarez International, Felipe Angeles International and Toluca.
The best price we found for a return flight from New York John F. Kennedy to Mexico City is R 1,298. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
5 hours and 36 minutes is the average flight time from New York John F. Kennedy to Mexico City.
Delta, Aeromexico and EL AL Israel Airlines fly direct from New York John F. Kennedy to Mexico City.
As of July 2025, there are 162 flights per week flying from New York John F. Kennedy to Mexico City.
The cheapest month to fly from New York John F. Kennedy to Mexico City is usually July.
If you're flying from New York John F. Kennedy Airport, the cheapest airport near Mexico City is Mexico City Juarez International – which is 6.4 km away from the centre of Mexico City. We've found flights into this airport from R 1,298.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from New York John F. Kennedy Airport to Mexico City on Tuesday, 22 July 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 5 hours and 36 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Mexico City but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Mexico City is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In July, the average temperature is usually around 16°C. June is typically the warmest month in Mexico City, when it usually averages around 24°C. You can expect the least rain in December. The coldest month is December, with temperatures averaging 5°C. The rainiest month is September.
Currently, Avianca and Viva offer the cheapest flight tickets to Mexico City.

Flying from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Mexico City: what you need to know

  • Around 4 hours 55 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Mexico City.

  • Mexico City is two hours behind New York, where John F. Kennedy International Airport is located. Mexico City observes the UTC-6 timezone.

  • John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) is the most traveled route, with 42 weekly departures to choose from. If you have things to finalize before heading off, the last flight from JFK to MEX is with American Airlines at 19:05. Opt for the first departure with Aeromexico at 01:00 if you want to fly out earlier.

  • For hassle-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. That way, you can comfortably catch your JFK to Mexico City flight.

  • Heading away during a peak time like public or school holidays? Expect longer queues at check-in and security. For peace of mind, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.

  • Start your journey at JFK and travel nonstop to Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX). That will be your arrival point when searching for John F. Kennedy International Airport to Mexico City tickets.

  • There's a good selection of carriers that operate direct flights from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Mexico City, including:

  • Think about adding a stopover to potentially unlock a cheaper flight ticket from JFK to Mexico City. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search. Break up your journey by stopping at one of these connecting airports:

    • Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)

    • Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT)

    • Cancun International Airport (CUN)

  • Travelling from central New York to JFK takes about 1 hour 20 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 19 kilometres in 50 minutes or so, depending on traffic.

  • Searching for a hotel close to JFK? If you're boarding an early flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Mexico City, these accommodation options set you up for a seamless send-off:

  • When it comes to John F. Kennedy International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 74.1% of flights complete their journey on time.

  • JFK is located at JFK Airport.

How to find the cheapest flights from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Mexico City

  • R 1,475 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way John F. Kennedy International Airport to Mexico City flight. A return ticket right now is R 1,298. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares may change.

  • Lock in cheap flights from JFK to Mexico City by booking seven months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.

  • The best month for landing cheap John F. Kennedy International Airport to Mexico City tickets is November. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then choose the dates that offer the biggest savings.

  • You don't need to check back constantly to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as there's an even bigger deal on cheap flights from JFK to Mexico City.

  • Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Mexico City by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best.'

Airports in Mexico City

Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)

  • Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) to the centre of Mexico City takes about 25 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 8 kilometres away.

  • It takes around 55 minutes if you're using public transport.

  • If you're coming in on a late flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Mexico City, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these hotels near MEX:

  • Grab a Benito Juarez International Airport rental car and explore Mexico City and beyond with your own wheels. INFINITY RENT, MEX and America are popular providers you can book with here.

  • Lock in the best rate by reserving your ride from Benito Juarez International Airport around four weeks in advance of your flight from JFK to Mexico City.

Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU)

  • Once your flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Mexico City has touched down, you can get to the city centre in around 55 minutes by car. Central Mexico City is roughly 40 kilometres from Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU).

  • You can expect the journey to take about 1 hour 45 minutes on public transport.

  • Verticca Hotel is one accommodation option within an easy drive of NLU. Check in here after your JFK to Mexico City flight and then put up the 'Do not disturb' sign for some uninterrupted rest.

  • The fastest way to reach your destination is with a Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport rental car. Collect your wheels from Europcar, MEX or Keddy By Europcar and hit the road in a heartbeat.

  • Score the best price by booking your ride from NLU one week in advance. You'll also have access to a greater selection of vehicles.

Best time to go to Mexico City

  • Before you book your flights from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Mexico City, consider which time of year works best for you. High season in Mexico City offers a lively atmosphere and plenty to do, while the off-season brings cheaper hotel deals and smaller crowds.

  • Book a John F. Kennedy International Airport to Mexico City flight ticket with a departure in April to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 10ºC (50ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).

  • January has average temperatures of between 6ºC (43ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from JFK to Mexico City around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.

More about Mexico City

  • After booking your flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Mexico City, choose a hotel that combines comfort with a great location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Mexico City:

  • Chapultepec Park and Zocalo are just two of the top-rated attractions to put on your Mexico City travel itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at National Museum of Anthropology.

Explore more of Mexico

  • Mexico City has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of Mexico you'll want to see. Around 467 kilometres west of Mexico City, a trip to Guadalajara will keep you busy. Don't miss top attractions like Teatro Degollado, Portales Tlaquepaque Park and Zoologico Guadalajara.

  • If you're interested in discovering another great destination in Mexico, head for Puebla, about 105 kilometres south-east of Mexico City. Mirador de Los Fuertes, Cuexcomate and Street of Candies are among its highlights.

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