Flying from Mexicali Airport (MXL) to Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Mexicali Airport to Benito Juarez International Airport is 3 hours 20 minutes.
Mexico City is one hour ahead of Mexicali and follows the UTC-6 timezone.
Flights from MXL to MEX start from 00:06 — the first with Volaris. The last departure is at 23:58 with Aeromexico. Overall, there are 33 weekly Mexicali Airport to Benito Juarez International Airport flights.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably board your MXL to MEX flight.
During popular months like July, it's best to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight when you fly during peak periods in general.
Aeromexico is your gateway to exploring Mexico City (and perhaps some other great parts of Mexico!). Check out the direct flights from Mexicali Airport to Benito Juarez International Airport offered by this carrier.
The majority of travellers choose to fly with Aeromexico on this route.
Aeromexico is the most punctual carrier that operates MXL to MEX flights. An impressive 81.62% of its services on this route arrive on time.
Choose a stopover if you'd like to break up your flight. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to see your options for tickets from Mexicali Airport to Benito Juarez International Airport. Gen Mariano Escobedo Airport is a popular stopover on the MXL to MEX route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Mexicali Airport (MXL) to Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Mexicali Airport to Benito Juarez International Airport flight is R 999. A return fare is currently R 2,091. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Get cheap tickets from MXL to MEX by booking seven months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
June is the cheapest month for flights from Mexicali Airport to Benito Juarez International Airport. If you need to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares for every month.
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Handy information about Mexicali Airport (MXL)
When it comes to Mexicali Airport's on-time performance, data shows 71.79% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Central Mexicali to Mexicali Airport is around 23 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 25 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Spending the night in a hotel can take the stress out of reaching the airport on time. If you need somewhere to stay before your flight from Mexicali Airport to Benito Juarez International Airport, have a look at Preciosa Casa Para 10 Personas. It's a short drive from MXL.
Arriving at Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
If you have a late Mexicali Airport to Benito Juarez International Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these options near MEX:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Benito Juarez International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from INFINITY RENT, MEX or America to explore Mexico City and beyond.
Lock in the best deal by booking your vehicle from Benito Juarez International Airport around four weeks ahead of your departure.
Getting from Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) to central Mexico City
Benito Juarez International Airport is roughly 8 kilometres from central Mexico City. The drive time takes around 25 minutes.
Travelling to the centre on public transport takes about 55 minutes.
When to fly to Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Mexicali Airport to Benito Juarez International Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Mexico City. If you'd like a more laid-back vibe, go in April.
Book your flight from Mexicali Airport to Benito Juarez International Airport for April if you want to visit Mexico City during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 10ºC (50ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from MXL to MEX in January. Temperatures average between 6ºC (43ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF) then.
Explore more of Mexico
Mexico City is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of Mexico you should also see. About 21 kilometres north-east of Mexico City, a visit to Ecatepec de Morelos will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with popular sights like Grupo Scout 360 Aztlan, mirador del Valle Park and Kinder casanueva.
Guadalajara is another must-experience destination in Mexico and is around 467 kilometres west of Mexico City. No journey is complete without seeing Guadalajara Cathedral, Teatro Degollado and Portales Tlaquepaque Park.