Travelling from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX): what you need to know
The timezone in Mexico City is UTC-6, which is two hours behind Philadelphia.
Your PHL to MEX flight won't wait if you're running late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
Flying during a peak time like August? Public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues and delays at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Philadelphia International Airport to Benito Juarez International Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Here are some options between PHL and MEX:
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
George Bush Intercontinental Airport
Washington Dulles International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
R 2,083 is the best price for a one-way Philadelphia International Airport to Benito Juarez International Airport flight. Return flights start from R 5,109. These prices may change based on demand.
It's often best to book in advance if you're looking for cheap tickets from PHL to MEX. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
If you can be flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll find the cheapest price across each month when searching for your flight from Philadelphia International Airport to Benito Juarez International Airport.
You won't have to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment the price changes on cheap flights from PHL to MEX.
Tailor your flights with filters. Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Philadelphia International Airport to Benito Juarez International Airport.
Handy information about Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
PHL is located at Industrial Highway and Island Road.
78.93% of flights that depart Philadelphia International Airport reach their destination on time.
To reach Philadelphia International Airport from central Philadelphia, it'll take about 15 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 19 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Taking public transport? Expect a trip time of around 45 minutes.
Get your travels off to a leisurely start by staying near PHL. Whether you have an early flight from Philadelphia International Airport to Benito Juarez International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Arriving at Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
If you're landing on a late Philadelphia International Airport to Benito Juarez International Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing shortly after at one of these accommodation options near MEX:
Pick up a Benito Juarez International Airport rental car and explore Mexico City and beyond with your own set of wheels. INFINITY RENT, MEX and America are leading providers to choose from here.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Benito Juarez International Airport about four weeks ahead.
Getting from Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) to central Mexico City
From Benito Juarez International Airport, Mexico City is approximately 8 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It typically takes 55 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
When to fly to Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from Philadelphia International Airport to Benito Juarez International Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Mexico City. If you're after a more relaxed vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Mexico City is April, with the temperature ranging between 10ºC (50ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Book your flights from Philadelphia International Airport to Benito Juarez International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Search for cheap tickets from PHL to MEX in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 6ºC (43ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF) on average.
Explore more of Mexico
You've seen Mexico City, now it's time to explore other corners of Mexico. Travel about 21 kilometres north-east to Ecatepec de Morelos to tick off its leading sights. From Grupo Scout 360 Aztlan to mirador del Valle Park and Kinder casanueva, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Around 467 kilometres west of Mexico City, Guadalajara is another favourite stop in Mexico. Experience major highlights starting with Guadalajara Cathedral, Teatro Degollado and Portales Tlaquepaque Park.