Travelling from Mexico City to Matamoros Airport (MAM): What you need to know
Start your travels 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 Matamoros Airport (MAM) taking off from either of these.
The average duration of a direct Mexico City to Matamoros Airport flight is 1 hour 40 minutes.
Matamoros is one hour ahead of Mexico City. Matamoros Airport is located in Matamoros, which runs on the UTC-5 timezone.
Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) to Matamoros Airport (MAM) is the most popular route, with 7 direct services every week. You can get from MEX to MAM on Aeromexico's 10:05am departure.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Be at the airport on time to catch your flight from Mexico City to MAM.
If you're heading away during a major holiday or other peak period, give yourself extra time. Arrive two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Security and check-in lines will be longer.
Airports in Mexico City
Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
Get to your destination in one go from Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX). Nonstop flights from Mexico City to Matamoros Airport (MAM) operate from here.
Aeromexico is a popular carrier that operates direct flights from Mexico City to Matamoros Airport leaving from MEX.
The top choice among passengers flying between MEX and MAM is Aeromexico.
Aeromexico tops the rankings as the most punctual carrier on this route, with 88.14% of services landing on schedule.
Located around 8 kilometres from the centre of Mexico City, MEX can be reached in about 25 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport takes roughly 55 minutes.
Searching for a comfortable hotel near Benito Juarez International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Mexico City to Matamoros Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping conveniently close to check-in:
80.91% of flights departing from Benito Juarez International Airport touch down at their destination on time. With its strong performance rating, you're unlikely to be delayed when jetting out of MEX.
Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU)
Looking to fly out of Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU)? Direct Mexico City to Matamoros Airport (MAM) plane tickets are available from here.
VivaAerobus operates direct flights from Mexico City to MAM leaving from NLU. Book your favourite aisle (or window) seat and arrive at your destination without any detours.
VivaAerobus is the most popular choice for travellers flying from NLU to MAM.
NLU is about 40 kilometres from central Mexico City. It'll take 55 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 45 minutes.
You're going on holiday, so why not book an extra night away at a hotel close to Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport? Before your Mexico City to MAM flight, make yourself comfortable at Verticca Hotel.
67.58% of all departures from Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport stick to their scheduled arrival time.
About Matamoros Airport (MAM)
Consider checking in to City Express by Marriott Matamoros after your flight from Mexico City to Matamoros Airport. It's a short drive from MAM and a good option if you're eager to relax as soon as possible.
Grab a Matamoros Airport rental car and discover corners of Matamoros that aren't on a typical itinerary. Find your perfect set of wheels with Green Motion.
For the lowest price, book your vehicle around two weeks ahead of your Mexico City to Matamoros Airport flight.
How to find the cheapest flights from Mexico City to Matamoros Airport (MAM)
Currently, R 925 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Mexico City to Matamoros Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 1,612. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Book one month before you travel. Pricing trends suggest that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Mexico City to MAM.
The best month for scoring cheap Mexico City to Matamoros Airport tickets is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then choose the dates with the lowest fares.
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The best time to fly from Mexico City to Matamoros Airport (MAM)
Think about the kind of experience you want when picking your flight dates. February is the quietest month to go to Matamoros. July is when most people book flights from Mexico City to Matamoros Airport (MAM), which may be ideal if you'd rather travel when it's busy.
Before locking in your Mexico City to MAM plane ticket, consider what kind of weather you prefer. August is the warmest month in Matamoros, with temperatures ranging from 26ºC (79ºF) to 35ºC (95ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Mexico City to Matamoros Airport in January when temperatures are between 11ºC (52ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF).
More about Matamoros
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Matamoros right here. Check out these hotels once you've locked in your flight from Mexico City to Matamoros Airport:
Every great holiday has to include a little sightseeing. Tamul Las Brisas, Parroquia de la Santisima Trinidad and orilla del rio bravo Park are must-do's during your Matamoros adventure.
Explore more of Mexico
You've seen Matamoros, now it's time to explore more of Mexico. Travel about 274 kilometres west to Monterrey to tick off its must-visit sights. From Van Gogh Expo Monterrey (The Immersive Experience) to Museum of Contemporary Art in Monterrey and Barrio Antiguo, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
If you're interested in discovering another corner of Mexico, head for Guadalupe, about 274 kilometres west of Matamoros. Xochimilco Park, La casa azul and Teleferico and climb to Cerro de la Silla are the start of reasons to visit.