Travelling from Mexico City to Dubai: what you need to know
There are two main airports you can fly out of in Mexico City. Check out your options departing from Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) or Felipe Ángeles International Airport (NLU) when searching for a flight from Mexico City to Dubai.
Dubai Airport (DXB) and Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC) are Dubai's primary gateways.
The timezone in Dubai is UTC+4, which is ten hours ahead of Mexico City.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your Mexico City to Dubai flight. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling over a peak time like July? Public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues and delays at security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from Mexico City to Dubai
To find cheap Mexico City to Dubai flights, book as early as you can. Airlines usually offer lower fares when tickets first go on sale.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the lowest price across the month when looking for your plane ticket from Mexico City to Dubai.
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Flying from Mexico City
Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
Think about adding a stopover to potentially save on your Mexico City to Dubai flight. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Benito Juarez International Airport. Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular airports:
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
MEX is about 6 kilometres from central Mexico City. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 55 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Mexico City to Dubai? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels near Benito Juarez International Airport:
80.91% of flights departing from Benito Juarez International Airport reach their destination as planned. Given its reliable on-time performance, you're unlikely to face delays when flying out of MEX.
Felipe Ángeles International Airport (NLU)
You can reach NLU from central Mexico City in about 55 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The ride on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 45 minutes to cover the 32 kilometres or so.
Getting to the airport on time before your flight from Mexico City to Dubai is so much simpler when you stay close to Felipe Ángeles International Airport. Think about checking in to Verticca Hotel the night before you fly out.
Felipe Ángeles International Airport has an on-time performance of 68%. This figure shows how often flights departing from this airport land on schedule.
Arriving in Dubai
Dubai Airport (DXB)
The distance from Dubai Airport (DXB) to central Dubai is approximately 5 kilometres. It'll take you around 15 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It usually takes 50 minutes to get there when travelling by public transport.
Book a hotel near DXB if you're coming in on a late flight from Mexico City to Dubai. Pick one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Explore without limits with a Dubai Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from AMEX, Autostrad Rent A Car or Quicklease Car Hire and discover more of Dubai and beyond.
Lock in the best rate by reserving your ride from Dubai Airport about three weeks before your departure date.
Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)
After your flight from Mexico City to Dubai has landed, you can reach the city centre in about 45 minutes by car. Central Dubai is approximately 40 kilometres from Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC).
If you travel by public transport, the ride to the centre will take you 2 hours 5 minutes or so.
You'll find some comfortable places ready to welcome you near DWC. Settle in and get cosy after your Mexico City to Dubai flight at any of these perfectly located options:
Quicklease Car Hire, Quick Drive and Golden Key Car Hire make picking up a Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport rental car easy and quick. These trusted providers are located around or in the terminal and will get you on your way in no time.
Secure your first choice, not your last resort. Reserving your ride from DWC three weeks ahead of time often means better prices and a wider selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Dubai
April is the quietest month for flights from Mexico City to Dubai, while January is the busiest. Choose the best time to visit Dubai based on whether you want a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
When booking your Mexico City to Dubai tickets, think about the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. July is the warmest month in Dubai, with temperatures ranging from 30ºC (86ºF) to 42ºC (108ºF).
Search for cheap flights from Mexico City to Dubai in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF) on average.
More about Dubai
Start your Dubai trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Mexico City to Dubai, explore our selection of hotels including:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to work out where to begin. Burj Khalifa, The Dubai Mall Heart and Desert safari tourism are leading attractions which should feature on any good Dubai itinerary.
Explore more of United Arab Emirates
You've seen Dubai, now it's time to explore more of United Arab Emirates. Travel around 23 kilometres north-east to Sharjah to check off its must-visit sights. From Al majaz waterfront to Petrofac and Al Montazah Park, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Abu Dhabi is another well-known destination in United Arab Emirates and is around 121 kilometres south-west of Dubai. No trip is complete without a visit to Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, Emirates Palace, Dubai and Qasr Al Watan.
