Flying from Santa Cruz Viru Viru International Airport (VVI) to Mexico City: what you need to know
Santa Cruz Viru Viru International Airport is located in Santa Cruz. Following the UTC-6 timezone, Mexico City is two hours behind Santa Cruz.
For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your VVI to Mexico City flight.
Be prepared for longer queues during popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Travelling from central Santa Cruz to VVI takes around 45 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a taxi, you'll cover the 177 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Booked an early flight from Santa Cruz Viru Viru International Airport to Mexico City? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near VVI:
Of the flights that depart from Santa Cruz Viru Viru International Airport, 52% arrive on time at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Santa Cruz Viru Viru International Airport (VVI) to Mexico City
R 5,908 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Santa Cruz Viru Viru International Airport to Mexico City flight. A return plane ticket right now is R 9,641. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares may change.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to securing a cheap flight from VVI to Mexico City. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the nearer you get to departure, the more expensive your ticket may be.
Scoring cheap tickets from Santa Cruz Viru Viru International Airport to Mexico City is more likely if you can be flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to access the lowest prices throughout the month and land an epic deal.
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Airports in Mexico City
Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) is around 13 kilometres from central Mexico City. If you're getting a taxi or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 30 minutes.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of about 40 minutes.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Santa Cruz Viru Viru International Airport to Mexico City. Book one of these accommodation options near MEX instead:
Secure the lowest price by booking your ride from Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport around four weeks ahead of your flight from VVI to Mexico City.
Mexico City Felipe Angeles International Airport (NLU)
Mexico City Felipe Angeles International Airport (NLU) is roughly 56 kilometres from the centre of Mexico City. Once you've hopped off your flight from Santa Cruz Viru Viru International Airport to Mexico City, it'll take you around 55 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or taxi.
The trip will take roughly 2 hours on public transport.
There are some terrific places to stay within a short drive of NLU. Switch to relaxation mode at Verticca Hotel after your VVI to Mexico City flight.
Avoid last-minute price surges. Reserving your ride one week before your arrival at NLU can get you a lower rate.
Best time to go to Mexico City
It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from Santa Cruz Viru Viru International Airport to Mexico City. September is the busiest month to visit Mexico City. If you like a quieter vibe, go in November.
Lock in a Santa Cruz Viru Viru International Airport to Mexico City plane ticket with a departure in May if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 12ºC (54ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from VVI to Mexico City in January when temperatures average between 6ºC (43ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF).
More about Mexico City
Start your Mexico City trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Santa Cruz Viru Viru International Airport to Mexico City, browse our selection of accommodation options including:
All great adventures should include a little sightseeing. Historic Centre (Centro Historico), Zócalo and Basilica of Our Lady of Guadalupe are must-visits when exploring Mexico City.
Explore more of Mexico
Mexico City has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of Mexico waiting to be explored. Around 467 kilometres west of Mexico City, a trip to Guadalajara will keep you busy. Don't miss top attractions like Guadalajara Cathedral, Temple of Our Lady of Guadalupe and Mural Gigante FRIDA KHALO.
Puebla is another essential stop in Mexico and is around 105 kilometres southeast of Mexico City. No trip is complete without a visit to Zócalo de Puebla, Temple of Our Lady of Guadalupe and Centro Histórico de Puebla.
