Flying from Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) to Frankfurt: what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Benito Juarez International Airport to Frankfurt and you'll be travelling for an average of 12 hours 5 minutes.
The timezone in Frankfurt is UTC+1. The city is seven hours ahead of Mexico City, where Benito Juarez International Airport is located.
With seven weekly flights between the two airports, Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) to Frankfurt Airport (FRA) is the most popular route. Board Lufthansa's 19:50 flight to get your trip from MEX to FRA underway.
Leave plenty of time to make your MEX to Frankfurt flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
If you're travelling during a major holiday or another peak period, give yourself more time. A good rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Check-in and security lines will be longer.
Direct Benito Juarez International Airport to Frankfurt tickets are available for booking. Frankfurt Airport (FRA) is where you'll be landing.
Lufthansa is a well-known carrier that operates direct flights from Benito Juarez International Airport to Frankfurt.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially unlock a cheaper flight ticket from MEX to Frankfurt. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search. Take a detour (and maybe pocket some savings) by stopping at one of these airports:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
Located around 6 kilometres from central Mexico City, MEX can be reached in about 25 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport takes roughly 55 minutes.
Want an easy start to your holiday? Stay near MEX. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Benito Juarez International Airport to Frankfurt or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are worth a look:
80.91% of flights leaving Benito Juarez International Airport land at their destination on schedule. With its reliable on-time performance, you're unlikely to face delays when setting off from MEX.
How to find the cheapest flights from Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) to Frankfurt
R 6,280 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Benito Juarez International Airport to Frankfurt flight. A return ticket right now is R 14,138. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares could change.
Score cheap flights from MEX to Frankfurt by booking two months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.
Organise your trip for June. That's the best month for landing the biggest deals on Benito Juarez International Airport to Frankfurt tickets. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to access the lowest price across each month.
You don't need to check back constantly to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment there's an even bigger deal on cheap flights from MEX to Frankfurt.
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Airports in Frankfurt
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to the centre of Frankfurt takes around 20 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 14 kilometres away.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Benito Juarez International Airport to Frankfurt. Check in to one of these accommodation options near FRA instead:
Travel at your own speed with a Frankfurt Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Wheego, Alamo or OK Mobility and venture far and wide through Frankfurt and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, book your vehicle from Frankfurt Airport around three weeks ahead of your flight from MEX to Frankfurt.
Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN)
Central Frankfurt is around 121 kilometres from Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN). Once your flight from Benito Juarez International Airport to Frankfurt has touched down and you've made your way through the terminal, expect a drive of around 1 hour 30 minutes.
Public transport will get you there in around 2 hours 40 minutes.
There are some comfortable places to drop your things at near HHN. Unwind and get cosy after your MEX to Frankfurt flight at any of these perfectly located options:
Forget about public transport schedules or long cab lines. Pick up a Frankfurt - Hahn Airport rental car and take your journey in whatever direction you like. Check out the rates and availability from Flex To Go, Alamo and Keddy By Europcar.
Avoid paying more than you need to. Securing your ride four weeks before your arrival at HHN can land you a better rate.
Best time to go to Frankfurt
Before you book your flights from Benito Juarez International Airport to Frankfurt, consider which time of year is best for you. Peak season in Frankfurt offers a lively atmosphere and plenty of things to do, while low season means you'll get better hotel deals and fewer crowds.
Book a Benito Juarez International Airport to Frankfurt flight ticket with a departure in July if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 12ºC (54ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from MEX to Frankfurt in January when temperatures average between -4ºC (25ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF).
More about Frankfurt
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Frankfurt right here. Explore these options as soon as you've locked in your flight from Benito Juarez International Airport to Frankfurt:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be tricky to work out where to start. Goethe House, Palmengarten and Frankfurt Cathedral are leading attractions which should feature on any well-planned Frankfurt itinerary.
Explore more of Germany
Frankfurt has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of Germany waiting to be explored. About 418 kilometres north-east of Frankfurt, a trip to Berlin will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with leading sights like Brandenburg Gate, Berlin Wall Memorial and East Side Gallery.
If you're ready to explore another side of Germany, head for Hamburg, about 386 kilometres north of Frankfurt. Miniatur Wunderland, Elbphilharmonie Hamburg and Port of Hamburg are highlights.
