Travelling from Portland International Airport (PDX) to Mexico City: what you need to know
The timezone in Mexico City is UTC-6. The city is two hours ahead of Portland, where Portland International Airport is located.
To avoid missing your PDX to Mexico City flight, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
You'll likely experience longer queues during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your journey and perhaps even tick a new city off your list. When browsing for plane tickets from PDX to Mexico City, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Some popular options include:
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Las Vegas Harry Reid International Airport (LAS)
Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC)
PDX is about 10 kilometres from central Portland. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 40 minutes.
Searching for a hotel close to PDX? If you're catching an early flight from Portland International Airport to Mexico City, these stays will get you from your pillow to the plane in no time:
83% of flights leaving Portland International Airport land at their destination on time. Given its strong on-time stats, you're unlikely to experience delays when jetting out of PDX.
PDX is located at 7000 NE Airport Way.
How to find the cheapest flights from Portland International Airport (PDX) to Mexico City
The best price we've found for a one-way Portland International Airport to Mexico City flight is R 1,792. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 4,726. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To find cheap flights from PDX to Mexico City, book in advance. Airlines usually offer lower fares when flights first go on sale.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Portland International Airport to Mexico City across the month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
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Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Portland International Airport to Mexico City by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best.'
Airports in Mexico City
Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
The distance from Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) to central Mexico City is roughly 13 kilometres. It'll take you around 30 minutes to reach the centre driving.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of about 40 minutes.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Portland International Airport to Mexico City, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these accommodation options near MEX:
Reserving your ride from Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport about four weeks before your flight from PDX to Mexico City can help you lock in the best possible rate.
Mexico City Felipe Angeles International Airport (NLU)
Mexico City Felipe Angeles International Airport (NLU) is around 56 kilometres from central Mexico City. Following your flight from Portland International Airport to Mexico City, it'll take you around 55 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a taxi or ride-share.
You can expect the journey to take roughly 2 hours on public transport.
Verticca Hotel is a comfortable accommodation option within a short drive of NLU. Check in here after your PDX to Mexico City flight and then hang the 'Do not disturb' sign to enjoy some uninterrupted rest.
Avoid paying extra. Reserving your ride one week ahead of your arrival at NLU will save you money.
Best time to go to Mexico City
November is the quietest month for flights from Portland International Airport to Mexico City, while September is the busiest. Find the ideal time to visit Mexico City based on whether you want a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
The warmest month in Mexico City is May, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Lock in your Portland International Airport to Mexico City plane ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January has average temperatures of between 6ºC (43ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from PDX to Mexico City around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Mexico City
Start your Mexico City trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Portland International Airport to Mexico City, browse our range of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to work out where to start. Historic Centre (Centro Historico), Zócalo and Basilica of Our Lady of Guadalupe are popular attractions which should be on every Mexico City itinerary.
Explore more of Mexico
You've visited Mexico City, now it's time to explore more of Mexico. Travel about 467 kilometres west to Guadalajara to tick off its leading attractions. From Guadalajara Cathedral to Temple of Our Lady of Guadalupe and Mural Gigante FRIDA KHALO, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
If you're looking to explore another great destination in Mexico, consider Puebla, about 105 kilometres southeast of Mexico City. Zócalo de Puebla, Temple of Our Lady of Guadalupe and Centro Histórico de Puebla are highlights.
