Flying from Manuel Crescencio Rejon International Airport (MID) to Mexico City: what you need to know
Approximately 2 hours is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Manuel Crescencio Rejon International Airport to Mexico City.
Mexico City's timezone is UTC-6, which is the same as Merida (the location of Manuel Crescencio Rejon International Airport).
The most popular route is from Manuel Crescencio Rejon International Airport (MID) to Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX). Choose from 86 weekly services between these two airports. If you'd like to take off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from MID to MEX is the 05:45 Aeromexico service. If you'd rather travel later, the final departure is at 23:08 with Volaris.
Allow plenty of time to catch your MID to Mexico City flight. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Longer lines at check-in and security are more likely if you're travelling during high season, so give yourself some extra breathing room. A good rule for peak times? Get there up to four hours early for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Direct Manuel Crescencio Rejon International Airport to Mexico City tickets are available for booking. Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) is where you'll step off the plane.
You'll have your choice of carriers offering direct flights from Manuel Crescencio Rejon International Airport to Mexico City. Book your journey with one of these:
MID is around 8 kilometres from central Merida. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour.
Want a relaxed start to your travels? Stay near MID. Whether you're catching an early flight from Manuel Crescencio Rejon International Airport to Mexico City or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels have you covered:
When it comes to Manuel Crescencio Rejon International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 71.32% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
How to find the cheapest flights from Manuel Crescencio Rejon International Airport (MID) to Mexico City
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Manuel Crescencio Rejon International Airport to Mexico City flight is R 810. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 1,414. Keep in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Book five months before you want to travel. Pricing trends show that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from MID to Mexico City.
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Airports in Mexico City
Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) is around 8 kilometres from central Mexico City. If you're opting for a ride-share or a cab, the drive takes about 25 minutes.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 55 minutes.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Manuel Crescencio Rejon International Airport to Mexico City. Reserve one of these accommodation options near MEX instead:
Grab a Benito Juarez International Airport rental car and discover Mexico City and beyond with your own set of wheels. INFINITY RENT, MEX and America are leading providers to choose from here.
Secure the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from Benito Juarez International Airport about four weeks before your flight from MID to Mexico City.
Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU)
The centre of Mexico City is about 40 kilometres from Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU). After your flight from Manuel Crescencio Rejon International Airport to Mexico City has landed and you've made your way to arrivals, expect a drive of about 55 minutes.
The journey will take about 1 hour 45 minutes on public transport.
Unpack and relax not long after your MID to Mexico City flight at Verticca Hotel. This comfortable accommodation option is an easy drive from NLU.
The quickest way to get to where you're going is with a Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport rental car. Collect a set of wheels from Europcar, MEX or Keddy By Europcar and set off in the blink of an eye.
Score the best price by reserving your ride from NLU one week in advance. You'll also have access to a wider selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Mexico City
Carefully consider your travel dates before securing your flight from Manuel Crescencio Rejon International Airport to Mexico City. The city comes alive during peak season, but rates are typically higher and top attractions can be busy. Go to Mexico City in the low season for a quieter vibe.
Lock in a Manuel Crescencio Rejon International Airport to Mexico City flight ticket with a departure in April to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 10ºC (50ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from MID to Mexico City in January when temperatures average between 6ºC (43ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF).
More about Mexico City
Start your Mexico City trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Manuel Crescencio Rejon International Airport to Mexico City, check out our range of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be tricky to know where to start. Chapultepec Park, Zocalo and National Museum of Anthropology are highlights which should be on every Mexico City itinerary.
Explore more of Mexico
Guadalajara is just one of the many places in Mexico waiting to be explored once you've seen Mexico City. Around 467 kilometres away to the west, well-known attractions include Teatro Degollado, Portales Tlaquepaque Park and Zoologico Guadalajara.
If there's time to check out another corner of Mexico, head for Puebla, about 105 kilometres south-east of Mexico City. Mirador de Los Fuertes, Cuexcomate and Street of Candies are key highlights.