Travelling from Mexico City to Chetumal Airport (CTM): What you need to know
Start planning your trip by looking up the most convenient place to catch your flight from Mexico City to Chetumal Airport (CTM). Explore your options for leaving from Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) or Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU), two of the city's main airports.
Around 2 hours is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct Mexico City to Chetumal Airport flight.
Chetumal Airport is located in Chetumal. The city runs on the UTC-5 timezone and is one hour ahead of Mexico City.
The busiest route is from Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) to Chetumal Airport (CTM), with 19 direct services every week. If you're looking to take off without delay, the earliest flight from MEX to CTM is the 5:20am Volaris service. If a later flight fits your day better, the last departure is at 1:45pm with Aeromexico.
Your flight from Mexico City to CTM won't wait if you're late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
Peak travel periods mean busier airports, so show up even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for international journeys to stay on schedule.
Airports in Mexico City
Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
Fly without interruptions from Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX). Nonstop flights from Mexico City to Chetumal Airport (CTM) can be booked from here.
You'll have your choice of carriers that offer direct flights from Mexico City to Chetumal Airport departing from MEX. Get on board with any of these:
The preferred choice for passengers flying between MEX and CTM is Aeromexico.
Aeromexico is the top performer for punctuality on this route.
Travelling from central Mexico City to MEX takes about 55 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 8 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want an easy start to your break? Stay near Benito Juarez International Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Mexico City to Chetumal Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are just what you're after:
80.91% of flights leaving Benito Juarez International Airport touch down at their destination on schedule. Given its reliable on-time performance, delays are unlikely when taking off from MEX.
Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU)
Consider beginning your travels from Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU). You can book a direct Mexico City to Chetumal Airport (CTM) plane ticket from this popular hub.
VivaAerobus operates direct flights from Mexico City to CTM departing from NLU. Book your favourite window seat and reach your destination without any detours.
On the NLU to CTM route, VivaAerobus is the preferred choice for many passengers.
Flights between Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport and Chetumal Airport are more likely to stay on schedule with VivaAerobus than with any other carrier.
NLU is about 40 kilometres from central Mexico City. It'll take you 55 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 45 minutes.
Getting everyone to the airport on time before your Mexico City to CTM flight is a lot easier when you stay close to Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport. If you have an early departure, Verticca Hotel gives you a head start on the journey.
67.58% of flights leaving Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport arrive within the expected time frame.
About Chetumal Airport (CTM)
Book a hotel near CTM if you have a late flight from Mexico City to Chetumal Airport. Choose one of these accommodation options and call it a night faster:
Travel at your own speed with a Chetumal Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from MEX, Europcar or Hertz and see more of Chetumal and beyond.
Get the best deal by booking your vehicle around one week before your Mexico City to Chetumal Airport flight.
Getting from Chetumal Airport (CTM) to central Chetumal
Chetumal Airport to the centre of Chetumal is about 3 kilometres. If you're renting a car or taking a cab, do a little research to make your trip as smooth as possible. Journey times can vary depending on traffic conditions and the time of day.
It'll take around 45 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Mexico City to Chetumal Airport (CTM)
R 806 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Mexico City to Chetumal Airport. Return flights start from R 1,466. These prices can change depending on demand and availability.
Booking early is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Mexico City to CTM. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more it could cost you.
If you can be flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the lowest price across the month when searching for your Mexico City to Chetumal Airport ticket.
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The best time to fly from Mexico City to Chetumal Airport (CTM)
April is the quietest month for flights from Mexico City to Chetumal Airport (CTM), while July is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to go to Chetumal based on whether you want a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
When booking your Mexico City to CTM plane ticket, consider what kind of weather works for you. May is the warmest month in Chetumal, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC (73ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Mexico City to Chetumal Airport in January when temperatures are between 19ºC (66ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF).
More about Chetumal
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Chetumal right here. Browse these hotels after locking in your flight from Mexico City to Chetumal Airport:
Every great journey has to include a little sightseeing. Mayan World Adventures, Museum de la cultura maya and Vista isla are must-visits when exploring Chetumal.
Explore more of Mexico
You've visited Chetumal, now it's time to discover other parts of Mexico. Journey about 274 kilometres north-west to Campeche to tick off its leading attractions. From Old City Wall to Zona Arquelogica Edzna and Campeche, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
If you want to check out another side of Mexico, consider Playa del Carmen, roughly 274 kilometres north-east of Chetumal. Riviera Maya, Playa Constituyentes and Playa Mamitas are the start of reasons to visit.
