Flying from Mexico City to Queretaro Intercontinental Airport (QRO): What you need to know
Get your trip planning underway by checking out the ideal departure point for your flight from Mexico City to Queretaro Intercontinental Airport (QRO). 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.
The average duration of a direct Mexico City to Queretaro Intercontinental Airport flight is 1 hour 5 minutes.
Queretaro Intercontinental Airport is located in Queretaro. The city's timezone is UTC-6 — the same as Mexico City.
Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) to Queretaro Intercontinental Airport (QRO) is the most popular route. There are 19 direct flights a week to choose from. If you prefer to head out later, take the last flight with Aeromexico at 11:25pm. Go for the first MEX to QRO departure operated by Aeromexico at 9:50am if you'd rather not wait around.
Give yourself enough time to catch your flight from Mexico City to QRO. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During high season, allow for longer wait times and get there earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and up to four hours for international trips.
Airports in Mexico City
Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) provides a hassle-free way to reach your destination. Nonstop flights from Mexico City to Queretaro Intercontinental Airport (QRO) can be booked from this terminal.
Aeromexico is a well-known carrier that operates direct flights from Mexico City to Queretaro Intercontinental Airport departing from MEX.
Aeromexico is the airline most travellers choose for flights from MEX to QRO.
Aeromexico leads the way as the most punctual carrier on this route, with 87.97% of services landing as scheduled.
Located around 8 kilometres from central Mexico City, MEX can be reached in about 25 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport is roughly 55 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Mexico City to Queretaro Intercontinental Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels close to Benito Juarez International Airport:
Benito Juarez International Airport gets top marks for its on-time performance. 80.91% of flights that take off from MEX arrive at their destination on time.
Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU)
Using 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 getting there by car will take approximately 55 minutes.
You're going on holiday, so why not book another night away at a hotel close to Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport? Before your Mexico City to QRO flight, check yourself in to Verticca Hotel.
67.58% of flights taking off from Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport make it to their destination as expected.
About Queretaro Intercontinental Airport (QRO)
Consider staying at One Queretaro Aeropuerto after your flight from Mexico City to Queretaro Intercontinental Airport. It's not too far from QRO and a comfortable option if you'd like to get some rest right away.
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Queretaro Intercontinental Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from America, MEX or Firefly and experience the lesser-explored corners of Queretaro and beyond.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your vehicle around four weeks ahead of your Mexico City to Queretaro Intercontinental Airport flight.
How to find the cheapest flights from Mexico City to Queretaro Intercontinental Airport (QRO)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Mexico City to Queretaro Intercontinental Airport is R 539. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 986. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Mexico City to QRO if you book early. Airlines often have some excellent early bird rates.
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The best time to fly from Mexico City to Queretaro Intercontinental Airport (QRO)
It's time to figure out your travel dates for your flight from Mexico City to Queretaro Intercontinental Airport (QRO). July is when most people visit Queretaro. If you like your getaways a little more chill, go in April.
Before locking in your Mexico City to QRO plane ticket, consider what kind of weather you prefer. May is the warmest month in Queretaro, with temperatures ranging from 13ºC (55ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Mexico City to Queretaro Intercontinental Airport in January when temperatures are between 6ºC (43ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF).
More about Queretaro
Start your Queretaro trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Mexico City to Queretaro Intercontinental Airport, explore our range of hotels including:
You'll find plenty of things to do in Queretaro when you're ready to go sightseeing. Kick off your exploring at Plaza de Armas followed by Historic Centre of Santiago de Queretaro and Centro historico.
Explore more of Mexico
You've seen Queretaro, now it's time to discover other parts of Mexico. Journey about 177 kilometres south-east to Mexico City to tick off its leading sights. From Historic Centre (Centro Historico) to Zócalo and Basilica of Our Lady of Guadalupe, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
If you're interested in discovering another great destination in Mexico, head for Ecatepec de Morelos, roughly 161 kilometres south-east of Queretaro. Frida Kahlo Park, Iztaccihuatl Park and Templo Expiatorio de San Cristóbal are highlights.