Flying from Mexico City to Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC): What you need to know
There are a couple of airports you can take off from in Mexico City. Explore your options leaving from Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) or Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU) when planning your flight from Mexico City to Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC).
The average duration of a direct Mexico City to Salt Lake City International Airport flight is 4 hours 20 minutes.
Salt Lake City International Airport is located in Salt Lake City. The city's timezone is UTC-6, which is the same as Mexico City.
The most popular route is from Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) to Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC). Choose from 8 direct services every week. Aeromexico operates a 8:45am departure between MEX and SLC.
Your flight from Mexico City to SLC won't wait if you're late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
With more travellers during peak seasons, aim to be at your terminal even earlier. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international trips will help you deal with any delays.
Airports in Mexico City
Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) offers an easy route to your destination. Nonstop flights from Mexico City to Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) can be booked from this terminal.
Delta Air Lines is a well-known carrier that offers direct flights from Mexico City to Salt Lake City International Airport departing from MEX.
Delta Air Lines is the airline with the highest number of bookings for flights from MEX to SLC.
Aeromexico ranks as the top on-time carrier on this route, with 82.5% of services landing on schedule.
Consider adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Mexico City to SLC. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX). Break the trip up (and maybe score a better deal) by stopping at one of these popular airports:
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX)
San Antonio International Airport (SAT)
The journey from central Mexico City to MEX takes about 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.
Have an early flight from Mexico City to Salt Lake City International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels close to Benito Juarez International Airport:
Benito Juarez International Airport has an excellent on-time record, so you're unlikely to face delays. Departures from MEX touch down on schedule 80.91% of the time.
Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU)
Break up your flight from Mexico City to Salt Lake City International Airport with a stop so you can stretch your legs or cross a new place off your list. Some great stopovers between Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport and SLC include:
Cancun International Airport (CUN)
Los Cabos International Airport (SJD)
Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport (PVR)
NLU is around 40 kilometres from central Mexico City. It'll take 55 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 45 minutes.
Relax before your Mexico City to SLC flight at a hotel close to Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport. Verticca Hotel is one option where you can jump out of bed and get to the airport with time to spare.
67.58% of flights departing Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport meet their expected arrival time.
About Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Mexico City to Salt Lake City International Airport, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your luggage at baggage claim and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these hotels near SLC:
Hit the road running by picking up a Salt Lake City International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Easirent, Fox - Rent A Car or Sixt to explore Salt Lake City and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, book your ride around four weeks ahead of your Mexico City to Salt Lake City International Airport flight.
You'll find SLC at 776 North Terminal Drive.
Getting from Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) to central Salt Lake City
Salt Lake City International Airport is around 8 kilometres from central Salt Lake City. How long it takes to get there in a car hire or cab depends on the time of day. Do some research before your trip.
It takes roughly 2 hours 55 minutes to get there using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Mexico City to Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC)
At the moment, R 2,911 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Mexico City to Salt Lake City International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 5,678. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Mexico City to SLC. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more it could cost you.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest Mexico City to Salt Lake City International Airport tickets throughout the entire month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.
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The best time to fly from Mexico City to Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC)
April is the quietest month for flights from Mexico City to Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC), while July is the busiest. Find the ideal time to visit Salt Lake City based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Book a Mexico City to SLC plane ticket departing in July if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Salt Lake City to range from 15ºC (59ºF) to 36ºC (97ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from Mexico City to Salt Lake City International Airport in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -11ºC (12ºF) and 5ºC (41ºF).
More about Salt Lake City
Start your Salt Lake City trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Mexico City to Salt Lake City International Airport, browse our selection of hotels including:
There are so many things to explore in this city, it can be tricky to know where to start. Salt Lake Temple, Temple Square and The Tabernacle are major attractions which should feature on every Salt Lake City itinerary.
Explore more of the United States
Pocatello is just one of the many cities in the United States waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Salt Lake City. Around 241 kilometres away to the north, well-known attractions include Caldwell Park, Old Town and Bannock County Historical Museum.
Logan is another standout destination in the United States and is around 105 kilometres north of Salt Lake City. No trip is complete without experiencing Museum of Anthropology, Bridger Bike Park and The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
