Travelling from Mexico City to Orlando: what you need to know
Mexico City is home to two main airports where you can kick off your trip. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Mexico City to Orlando flying out of Mexico City Juarez International Airport (MEX) or Felipe Angeles International Airport (NLU).
Come in for landing at Orlando's major arrival point, Orlando International Airport (MCO).
Jump on a direct Mexico City to Orlando flight and you'll be travelling for an average of 3 hours 15 minutes.
Orlando is one hour ahead of Mexico City and follows the UTC-5 timezone.
The most popular route for flights from Mexico City to Orlando is Mexico City Juarez International Airport (MEX) to Orlando International Airport (MCO). You'll find 28 services that connect these two airports each week.
Allow plenty of time to make your Mexico City to Orlando flight. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a popular month such as June? Public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Mexico City to Orlando
To snag cheap Mexico City to Orlando flights, book your trip one month before your planned departure.
The best month for finding cheap plane tickets from Mexico City to Orlando is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then choose the dates that offer the biggest savings.
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Flying from Mexico City
Mexico City Juarez International Airport (MEX)
If you're searching for a direct flight from Mexico City to Orlando, you can leave from Mexico City Juarez International Airport (MEX). Travel from MEX to Orlando International Airport (MCO) without any stops.
Look out for promotions with Aeromexico. This airline offers direct Mexico City to Orlando plane tickets out of MEX.
Think about adding a stopover to possibly find a cheaper Mexico City to Orlando flight. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Mexico City Juarez International Airport. Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular options:
Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport (IAH)
Cancun Airport (CUN)
Merida Airport (MID)
Travelling from central Mexico City to MEX takes around 40 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a taxi, you'll cover the 6 kilometres in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
After a relaxed start to your holiday? Stay near Mexico City Juarez International Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Mexico City to Orlando or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Mexico City Juarez International Airport scores high marks for its on-time performance. 84% of flights that depart MEX arrive at their destination on time.
Felipe Angeles International Airport (NLU)
Prefer to take off from Felipe Angeles International Airport (NLU)? This hub offers nonstop flights from Mexico City to Orlando, seamlessly connecting you to Orlando International Airport (MCO).
From NLU, you can book a direct Mexico City to Orlando plane ticket with VivaAerobus.
Break up your Mexico City to Orlando flight with a stop so you can freshen up or tick another place off your list. Some great stopovers between Felipe Angeles International Airport and Orlando include:
Cancun Airport (CUN)
Monterrey Gen Mariano Escobedo Airport (MTY)
Merida Airport (MID)
You can get to NLU from central Mexico City in about 55 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The journey by public transport takes roughly 2 hours to cover the 40 kilometres or so.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before boarding your flight from Mexico City to Orlando? Check in to a hotel near Felipe Angeles International Airport before your trip officially starts. Stay at one of these accommodation options:
As far as flight punctuality goes, Felipe Angeles International Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 76%.
Arriving in Orlando
Orlando International Airport (MCO)
The distance from Orlando International Airport (MCO) to central Orlando is roughly 14 kilometres. It takes around 25 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It typically takes 1 hour to get there on public transport.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Mexico City to Orlando, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these hotels near MCO:
Travel at your own speed with a Orlando International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Sonic, Dollar or Budget and find adventure across Orlando and beyond.
Booking your ride from Orlando International Airport around two weeks ahead gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
MCO is located at One Airport Boulevard.
Orlando Sanford Airport (SFB)
Once your flight from Mexico City to Orlando has landed, you can get to the city centre in around 35 minutes by car. Central Orlando is roughly 31 kilometres from Orlando Sanford Airport (SFB).
You can expect the trip to take approximately 1 hour on public transport.
After your flight from Mexico City to Orlando, kick back at a hotel close to SFB. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
Dollar, Hertz and Budget make collecting a Orlando Sanford Airport rental car easy and quick. These trusted providers are located around or in the terminal and will have you ready to go in a flash.
Avoid last-minute price surges. Reserving your ride one week ahead of your arrival at SFB can get you a lower rate.
Best time to go to Orlando
April is the most popular month for flights from Mexico City to Orlando. To avoid the crowds, head to Orlando in March.
The warmest month in Orlando is July, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF). Book your Mexico City to Orlando ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
Look for cheap flights from Mexico City to Orlando in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 7ºC (45ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF) on average.
More about Orlando
Start your Orlando trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Mexico City to Orlando, browse our selection of hotels including:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to work out where to start. Hogwarts Castle, Universal Islands of Adventure and Universal Orlando Resort are highlights which should feature on every Orlando itinerary.
Explore more of the United States
Jacksonville is just one of the many cities in the United States waiting to be explored after you've seen Orlando. Around 193 kilometres to the north, popular attractions include St. John's Cathedral, MOCA (Museum Of Contemporary Art), Jacksonville and Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens.
If you're ready to explore another great destination in the United States, consider Miami, about 322 kilometres south of Orlando. Close Beach, Ocean Dr and Port of Miami are key highlights.




