Flying from Seattle to Mexico City: what you need to know
Start your travel planning by considering where you'll take off for your flight from Seattle to Mexico City. Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) and Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport (LKE) are the main airports in Seattle.
Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) and Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU) are Mexico City's major gateways.
The average time for a direct Seattle to Mexico City flight is 5 hours 35 minutes.
The timezone in Mexico City is UTC-6, which is one hour ahead of Seattle.
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) is the most popular route between these two cities. There are eight flights a week to choose from. If you have things to finalize before heading off, the last flight from Seattle to Mexico City is with Aeromexico at 22:00. Choose the first SEA to MEX departure with Aeromexico at 07:20 to fit in more activities on your first day in Mexico City.
To ensure you board your Seattle to Mexico City flight, allow plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule to follow.
If you're going away during a peak month like July, get to the airport even earlier. It's smart to arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures. Security lines will be longer during high seasons like Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year.
How to find the cheapest flights from Seattle to Mexico City
To snag cheap Seattle to Mexico City flights, book your journey two months before your departure date.
The best month for scoring cheap plane tickets from Seattle to Mexico City is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare all available prices, then choose the dates with the lowest fares.
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Flying from Seattle
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
You can book a direct flight from Seattle to Mexico City taking off from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA). Begin your trip at SEA and come in for landing at Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX).
Keep an eye out for promotions with Aeromexico. This carrier offers direct Seattle to Mexico City plane tickets out of SEA.
Consider adding a stopover to possibly find a cheaper Seattle to Mexico City flight. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport. Break up the journey at one of these popular airports:
Cancun International Airport (CUN)
Los Cabos International Airport (SJD)
Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport (PVR)
SEA is around 18 kilometres from central Seattle. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 55 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Seattle to Mexico City? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays near Seattle-Tacoma International Airport:
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport gets high marks for on-time performance. 81.27% of flights that depart SEA arrive at their destination without delay.
Arriving in Mexico City
Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) is approximately 6 kilometres from central Mexico City. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive will take around 25 minutes.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 55 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Seattle to Mexico City, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these accommodation 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 reserving your vehicle from Benito Juarez International Airport about four weeks before your trip.
Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU)
Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU) is about 32 kilometres from central Mexico City. After your flight from Seattle to Mexico City, it takes approximately 55 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
If you travel by public transport, you'll reach the centre in 1 hour 45 minutes or so.
You'll find a few welcoming places to rest your head within a quick drive of NLU. Get into relaxation mode at Holiday Inn & Suites Mexico Felipe Angeles Airport after your Seattle to Mexico City flight.
Forget about inconvenient public transport timetables or waiting forever for a cab. Grab a Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport rental car and go in any direction that inspires you. Compare offers from Europcar, MEX and Keddy By Europcar.
Snap up the best price by booking 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
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Seattle to Mexico City. July is the busiest month to visit Mexico City. If you prefer a more peaceful vibe, go in April.
When booking your Seattle to Mexico City tickets, consider the kind of weather you prefer. April is the warmest month in Mexico City, with temperatures ranging from 10ºC (50ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 6ºC (43ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF). Search for cheap flights from Seattle to Mexico City around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Mexico City
After booking your flight from Seattle to Mexico City, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Mexico City:
Every great holiday has to include a little sightseeing. Zocalo, Chapultepec Park and National Museum of Anthropology are must-visits when exploring Mexico City.
Explore more of Mexico
Mexico City has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of Mexico just waiting to be discovered. About 21 kilometres north-east of Mexico City, a trip to Ecatepec de Morelos will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading sights like Grupo Scout 360 Aztlan, mirador del Valle Park and Kinder casanueva.
Around 467 kilometres west of Mexico City, Guadalajara is another favourite stop in Mexico. Start your sightseeing at Guadalajara Cathedral, Teatro Degollado and Portales Tlaquepaque Park.