Flying from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Mexico City: what you need to know
Approximately 4 hours 15 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Mexico City.
Los Angeles International Airport is located in Los Angeles. Based in the UTC-6 timezone, Mexico City is one hour ahead of Los Angeles.
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) is the most popular route, with 54 weekly flights to pick from. If you have things to do before heading off, the last flight from LAX to MEX is with Aeromexico at 23:54. Go for the first departure operated by Aeromexico at 00:04 if you want to fly out earlier.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your LAX to Mexico City flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Longer lines at check-in and security are more likely if you're flying during high season, so allow even more breathing space. A good rule for peak times? Get there up to four hours early for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
Direct Los Angeles International Airport to Mexico City tickets are available for booking. Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) is where you'll arrive.
Direct flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Mexico City are available from numerous airlines. Select your seat on any of these:
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to break up your journey and possibly even explore another city. When browsing for flight tickets from LAX to Mexico City, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Consider one of these popular options:
Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport (GDL)
Gen Mariano Escobedo Airport (MTY)
Los Cabos International Airport (SJD)
Travelling from central Los Angeles to LAX takes around 55 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 19 kilometres in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Looking for a hotel close to LAX? If you've booked an early flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Mexico City, these stays will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Los Angeles International Airport scores high marks for its on-time performance. 81.05% of flights that take off from LAX land on time.
You'll find LAX at One World Way.
How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Mexico City
The best price we've seen for a one-way Los Angeles International Airport to Mexico City flight is R 1,436. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 2,914. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To snag cheap flights from LAX to Mexico City, book your journey eight months before your departure date.
The best month for scoring cheap Los Angeles International Airport to Mexico City tickets is December. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then select the dates with the lowest fares.
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Airports in Mexico City
Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) is around 8 kilometres from central Mexico City. If you're grabbing a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes about 25 minutes.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 55 minutes.
Look into staying at a hotel close to MEX if you have a late flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Mexico City. Choose one of these accommodation options and make your first night all about rest:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Benito Juarez International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from INFINITY RENT, MEX or America to explore Mexico City and beyond.
Lock in the best rate by reserving your vehicle from Benito Juarez International Airport about four weeks ahead of your flight from LAX to Mexico City.
Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU)
Once your flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Mexico City has touched down, you can reach the city centre in about 55 minutes by car. Central Mexico City is roughly 40 kilometres from Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU).
The journey will take roughly 1 hour 45 minutes on public transport.
Verticca Hotel is one accommodation option within an easy drive of NLU. Check in here after your LAX to Mexico City flight and then put up the 'Do not disturb' sign to get some rest.
Forget about public transport schedules or cab lines. Grab a Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport rental car and go in any direction that inspires you. Compare availability and rates from Europcar, MEX and Keddy By Europcar.
Avoid paying more than you need to. Securing your ride one week before your arrival at NLU will save you money.
Best time to go to Mexico City
Plan your trip to Mexico City in peak season if you want a bustling atmosphere, but remember that prices may be higher. Alternatively, book flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Mexico City in the off-season when prices are cheaper and crowds are smaller.
Lock in a Los Angeles International Airport to Mexico City flight ticket with a departure in April if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 10ºC (50ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 6ºC (43ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF). Search for a cheap ticket from LAX to Mexico City around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Mexico City
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Mexico City right here. Browse these options once you've locked in your flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Mexico City:
Chapultepec Park and Zocalo are just two of the popular attractions to add to your Mexico City to-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at National Museum of Anthropology.
Explore more of Mexico
You've visited Mexico City, now it's time to discover other corners of Mexico. Journey around 467 kilometres west to Guadalajara to tick off its leading attractions. 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. Start your sightseeing at Mirador de Los Fuertes, Cuexcomate and Street of Candies.