Travelling from Ljubljana Joze Pucnik Airport (LJU) to Mexico City: what you need to know
Mexico City is seven hours behind Ljubljana, where Ljubljana Joze Pucnik Airport is located. Mexico City runs on the UTC-6 timezone.
To avoid missing your LJU to Mexico City flight, allow plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Delays at security and check-in are likely if you're flying during high season, so give yourself some extra wiggle room. A good general rule for peak times? Get there up to four hours ahead for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially save on your flight ticket from LJU to Mexico City. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search. Take a detour (and maybe pocket some savings) by stopping at one of these connection hubs:
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
Located around 19 kilometres from central Ljubljana, LJU can be reached in about 25 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 55 minutes.
In search of a hotel near LJU? If you've booked an early flight from Ljubljana Joze Pucnik Airport to Mexico City, these stays will put you moments from check-in:
Ljubljana Joze Pucnik Airport maintains a strong on-time performance, making delays less likely. Departures from LJU land at their destination as scheduled 80.37% of the time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Ljubljana Joze Pucnik Airport (LJU) to Mexico City
R 8,596 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Ljubljana Joze Pucnik Airport to Mexico City flight. A round-trip flight ticket right now is R 15,720. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to locking in a cheap flight from LJU to Mexico City. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the nearer your departure date, the more you'll likely pay.
Landing cheap tickets from Ljubljana Joze Pucnik Airport to Mexico City is easier if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Try using the 'Whole month' tool to get the best prices across each month and land a fantastic deal.
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Airports in Mexico City
Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) is around 8 kilometres from the centre of Mexico City. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes about 25 minutes.
It takes around 55 minutes to get there using public transport.
Consider booking a hotel close to MEX if you're coming in on a late flight from Ljubljana Joze Pucnik Airport to Mexico City. Settle into one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Grab a Benito Juarez International Airport rental car and discover Mexico City and beyond with your own wheels. INFINITY RENT, MEX and America are popular outlets you can book with here.
Reserving your vehicle from Benito Juarez International Airport around four weeks ahead of your flight from LJU to Mexico City can help you lock in the best possible rate.
Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU)
The centre of Mexico City is about 40 kilometres from Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU). After your flight from Ljubljana Joze Pucnik Airport to Mexico City has hit the runway and you've made your way through the terminal, the drive should take about 55 minutes.
Public transport will get you there in about 1 hour 45 minutes.
Unpack your bag and relax not long after your LJU to Mexico City flight at Verticca Hotel. This comfy accommodation option is a quick drive from NLU.
No time to waste? The fastest way to get to where you're going is with a Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Europcar, MEX or Keddy By Europcar and set off in the blink of an eye.
Get first dibs on the best options. Securing your ride from NLU one week in advance often means better deals and a wider selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Mexico City
Before scheduling your flights from Ljubljana Joze Pucnik Airport to Mexico City, consider which time of year works best for you. Peak season in Mexico City offers a bustling atmosphere and plenty to do, while the off-season brings cheaper hotel deals and smaller crowds.
Before booking a Ljubljana Joze Pucnik Airport to Mexico City flight ticket, think about what kind of weather works for you. April is the warmest month in Mexico City, with temperatures ranging from 10ºC (50ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from LJU to Mexico City in January when temperatures average between 6ºC (43ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF).
More about Mexico City
Start your Mexico City trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Ljubljana Joze Pucnik Airport to Mexico City, explore our range of hotels including:
All great holidays should include a little sightseeing. Chapultepec Park, Zocalo and National Museum of Anthropology are essential stops on your Mexico City itinerary.
Explore more of Mexico
Mexico City has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of Mexico you'll want to see. About 467 kilometres west of Mexico City, a trip to Guadalajara will keep you on the go. Check out popular attractions like Teatro Degollado, Portales Tlaquepaque Park and Zoologico Guadalajara.
Around 105 kilometres south-east of Mexico City, Puebla is another essential stop in Mexico. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Mirador de Los Fuertes, Cuexcomate and Street of Candies.
