Flying from Mexico City to Huatulco Airport (HUX): What you need to know
Kick off your journey at one of Mexico City's main airports, Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) or Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU). Explore your options for booking a flight from Mexico City to Huatulco Airport (HUX) departing from either of these.
Jump on a direct Mexico City to Huatulco Airport flight and you'll be in the air for an average of 1 hour 25 minutes.
Mexico City and Huatulco (where Huatulco Airport is located) share the UTC-6 timezone. That means you won't need to change your watch when you land.
With 29 direct flights a week between the two airports, Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) to Huatulco Airport (HUX) is the most popular route. Aeromexico operates the earliest flight at 7:05am. If you prefer to make the most of your day before jetting off, the latest departure from MEX to HUX is with Aeromexico at 7:50pm.
Your flight from Mexico City to HUX won't wait if you're running late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
High season means busier airports, so plan to arrive even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for international journeys to keep to your schedule.
Airports in Mexico City
Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
You can jump on a direct flight from Mexico City to Huatulco Airport (HUX) departing from Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX).
You'll have your pick of carriers that operate direct flights from Mexico City to Huatulco Airport departing from MEX. Book your ticket with one of these:
Aeromexico sees the most traveller bookings for flights from MEX to HUX.
The carrier with the most consistent on-time arrival rate on this route is Aeromexico.
The journey from central Mexico City to MEX takes around 55 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 8 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Searching for a comfortable hotel near Benito Juarez International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Mexico City to Huatulco Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping just around the corner from the terminal:
Benito Juarez International Airport has a strong on-time record, reducing your chances of a delayed flight. Departures from MEX land at their destination as scheduled 80.91% of the time.
Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU)
You can book a direct Mexico City to Huatulco Airport (HUX) plane ticket out of Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU). Work out whether departing from NLU makes the most sense for you.
VivaAerobus operates direct flights from Mexico City to HUX out of NLU. Book your favourite seat and get to your destination in a single hop.
VivaAerobus is the top choice for passengers flying from NLU to HUX.
With 73.77% of services landing as planned, VivaAerobus is the most punctual carrier flying between Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport and Huatulco Airport.
With public transport, you can travel from central Mexico City to NLU in around 1 hour 45 minutes. The terminal is roughly 40 kilometres away, and making the trip by car takes approximately 55 minutes.
Getting everyone to the airport on time before your Mexico City to HUX flight is far easier when you stay near Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport. If you have an early departure, Verticca Hotel will have you a quick ride from check-in.
As far as flight punctuality goes, Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 67.58%.
About Huatulco Airport (HUX)
Coming in on a late flight from Mexico City to Huatulco Airport? Don't let it rob you of real rest. Stay a short drive from HUX at Planta Glamp Farm.
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Lock in the best deal by reserving your vehicle around one week ahead of your Mexico City to Huatulco Airport flight.
How to find the cheapest flights from Mexico City to Huatulco Airport (HUX)
R 432 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Mexico City to Huatulco Airport. A return flight starts from R 914. These fares can change based on demand and availability.
Book five months before you want to fly. Research into pricing trends suggests this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Mexico City to HUX.
Organise your trip for October. That's the best month for scoring the biggest deals on Mexico City to Huatulco Airport tickets. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across each month.
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The best time to fly from Mexico City to Huatulco Airport (HUX)
July is the busiest month for flights from Mexico City to Huatulco Airport (HUX). Visit Huatulco in May for a more low-key escape.
The warmest month in Huatulco is April, with temperatures ranging between 22ºC (72ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Book your Mexico City to HUX plane ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
January has temperatures of between 19ºC (66ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Mexico City to Huatulco Airport around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Huatulco
Once you've booked your flight from Mexico City to Huatulco Airport, find a hotel that's got location and comfort covered. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Huatulco:
All great adventures should include some sightseeing. Magic Falls, Parador turístico and HUMAR La Herradura are attractions you won't want to skip in Huatulco.
Explore more of Mexico
You've seen Huatulco, now it's time to explore other parts of Mexico. Travel around 153 kilometres north to Oaxaca to check off its leading sights. From Guelaguetza to Centro Histórico de Oaxaca de Juárez and Jardín Etnobotánico de Oaxaca, there's plenty to keep you busy.
If you want to check out another major stop in Mexico, head for Salina Cruz, roughly 121 kilometres east of Huatulco. Mareño surf tours Camp, Mirador La Costera and Malecón 'Salina Cruz' are the start of reasons to visit.
