Travelling from Norman Manley International Airport (KIN) to Mexico City: what you need to know
Norman Manley International Airport is located in Kingston. Based in the UTC-6 timezone, Mexico City is one hour behind Kingston.
Leave plenty of time to catch your KIN to Mexico City flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Planning to travel during a peak time like public or school holidays? Expect longer queues at security and check-in. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to break up your trip and perhaps even explore a different city. When browsing for flight tickets from KIN to Mexico City, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Popular options include:
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Miami International Airport (MIA)
Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
Located around 10 kilometres from central Kingston, KIN can be reached in about 35 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour.
Catching an early flight from Norman Manley International Airport to Mexico City? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near KIN:
75.18% of flights that depart Norman Manley International Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
How to find the cheapest flights from Norman Manley International Airport (KIN) to Mexico City
The best price we've seen for a one-way Norman Manley International Airport to Mexico City flight is R 4,358. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 7,263. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To find cheap flights from KIN to Mexico City, book as early as you can. Airlines tend to offer lower prices when tickets first go on sale.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, make the most of the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across each month when looking for a Norman Manley International Airport to Mexico City ticket.
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Airports in Mexico City
Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
The distance from Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) to central Mexico City is roughly 8 kilometres. It'll take you around 25 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It typically takes 55 minutes when travelling by public transport.
Consider booking a hotel near MEX if you have a late flight from Norman Manley International Airport to Mexico City. Check in to one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Travel at your own speed with a Benito Juarez International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from INFINITY RENT, MEX or America and see more of Mexico City and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your ride from Benito Juarez International Airport around four weeks in advance of your flight from KIN to Mexico City.
Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU)
Central Mexico City is located around 40 kilometres from Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU). After your flight from Norman Manley International Airport to Mexico City has touched down and you've made your way to arrivals, the drive should be around 55 minutes.
If you choose to travel on public transport, the journey will take you 1 hour 45 minutes or so.
Verticca Hotel is a comfortable accommodation option within an easy drive of NLU. Settle in here after your KIN to Mexico City flight and then put up the 'Do not disturb' sign for some uninterrupted rest.
Forget about inconvenient public transport timetables or cab lines. Pick up a Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport rental car and take your journey in whatever direction you like. Compare availability and rates from Europcar, MEX and Keddy By Europcar.
Get the pick of the lot. Securing your ride from NLU one week in advance often means better prices and a bigger choice of vehicles.
Best time to go to Mexico City
Travel to Mexico City in high season if you prefer a lively atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices are typically higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Norman Manley International Airport to Mexico City in the low season when prices are cheaper and it's quieter.
The warmest month in Mexico City is April, with temperatures ranging between 10ºC (50ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Lock in your Norman Manley International Airport to Mexico City flight ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
Look for cheap tickets from KIN to Mexico City in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 6ºC (43ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF) on average.
More about Mexico City
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Mexico City right here. Explore these options as soon as you've booked your flight from Norman Manley International Airport to Mexico City:
Chapultepec Park and Zocalo are just the start of the major attractions to put on your Mexico City must-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at National Museum of Anthropology.
Explore more of Mexico
You've done Mexico City, now it's time to discover other corners of Mexico. Journey about 467 kilometres west to Guadalajara to tick off its top sights. From Teatro Degollado to Portales Tlaquepaque Park and Zoologico Guadalajara, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Around 105 kilometres south-east of Mexico City, Puebla is another essential stop in Mexico. No visit is complete without checking out Mirador de Los Fuertes, Cuexcomate and Street of Candies.