Flying from Mexico City to Queen Beatrix International Airport (AUA): What you need to know
The timezone in Oranjestad is UTC-4, which is two hours ahead of Mexico City. Queen Beatrix International Airport is located in Oranjestad.
Give yourself enough time to get on your flight from Mexico City to AUA. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as September, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.
Airports in Mexico City
Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
Located around 13 kilometres from the centre of Mexico City, MEX can be reached in about 30 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport is roughly 40 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Mexico City to Queen Beatrix International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and get some bonus sleep) by choosing one of these hotels near Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport:
84% of flights leaving Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport touch down at their destination as planned. With its strong on-time performance, you're unlikely to be delayed when jetting out of MEX.
Mexico City Felipe Angeles International Airport (NLU)
You can reach NLU from central Mexico City in about 55 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport will take roughly 2 hours to cover the 56 kilometres or so.
Getting to the airport on time before your Mexico City to AUA flight is so much easier when you stay near Mexico City Felipe Angeles International Airport. If you have an early departure, Verticca Hotel will put you a short ride from the airport.
Mexico City Felipe Angeles International Airport has an on-time performance rate of 76%. This figure provides insight into how often flights departing from this airport make it to their destination on schedule.
About Queen Beatrix International Airport (AUA)
If you have a late flight from Mexico City to Queen Beatrix International Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these hotels near AUA:
Booking your vehicle around two weeks ahead of your Mexico City to Queen Beatrix International Airport flight can help you lock in a great deal.
Getting from Queen Beatrix International Airport (AUA) to central Oranjestad
Queen Beatrix International Airport is around 6 kilometres from the centre of Oranjestad. It takes around 10 minutes or so to get to the city by car.
Travelling on public transport takes around 20 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Mexico City to Queen Beatrix International Airport (AUA)
Right now, R 3,935 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Mexico City to Queen Beatrix International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 7,260. Keep in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Mexico City to AUA if you book ahead. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird discounts.
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The best time to fly from Mexico City to Queen Beatrix International Airport (AUA)
January is when most people book flights from Mexico City to Queen Beatrix International Airport (AUA). Plan your visit to Oranjestad in December if you'd rather be there when it's quieter.
The warmest month in Oranjestad is September, with temperatures ranging between 27ºC (81ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Lock in your Mexico City to AUA plane ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
February sees temperatures of between 24ºC (75ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Mexico City to Queen Beatrix International Airport around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Oranjestad
After booking your flight from Mexico City to Queen Beatrix International Airport, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Oranjestad:
You'll find loads of fantastic things to do in Oranjestad when you're ready to go sightseeing. Make your way to Manchebo Beach followed by Druif Beach and Renaissance Island.