Flying from Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) to Mexico City: what you need to know
Indira Gandhi International Airport is located in New Delhi. Operating on the UTC-6 timezone, Mexico City is 11 hours 30 minutes behind New Delhi.
To ensure you get on your flight from DEL to Mexico City, leave plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
We make it a breeze to book a flight from DEL to Mexico City that includes a stopover. To see all your options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply choose a flight offering a stop long enough to see the sights of your chosen city. Top stopovers include:
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
To visit Mexico for tourism purposes, you will need an embassy visa if you have a passport from India. However, visa rules can change and you may need further documentation depending on the duration and purpose of your stay. Always check the most up-to-date guidelines before you book your cheap ticket from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Mexico City.
DEL is about 11 kilometres from central New Delhi. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 24 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 54 minutes.
In search of a handy hotel near DEL? If you're boarding an early flight from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Mexico City, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:
How to find the cheapest flights from Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) to Mexico City
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Mexico City is C$852. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$1,750. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap tickets from DEL to Mexico City, book as early as possible. Airlines usually offer their best fares when flights are first released.
Finding cheap tickets from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Mexico City is easier if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Try using the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest fares throughout the month and bag a great deal.
Set up a Price Alert for cheap tickets from DEL to Mexico City. There's no need to check every day to see if prices have fallen. We'll notify you the moment there's a change in price.
Use the filters to tailor your flights from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Mexico City. Simply select your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals.
Airports in Mexico City
Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) to the centre of Mexico City takes around 24 minutes by car. It's approximately 8 kilometres away.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of roughly 57 minutes.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Mexico City, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these accommodation options near MEX:
Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU)
The centre of Mexico City is about 40 kilometres from Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU). Once your flight from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Mexico City has touched down and you've made your way out of the airport, expect a drive of around 55 minutes.
You can expect the trip to take approximately 1 hour and 46 minutes on public transport.
There are some welcoming places to rest your head just a quick drive from NLU. Ease into relaxation mode at Villa Granada after your flight from DEL to Mexico City.
Best time to go to Mexico City
July is the busiest month for flights from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Mexico City. To skip the crowds, head for Mexico City in April when it's quieter.
When booking your flight from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Mexico City, think about the type of weather you enjoy. April is the warmest month in Mexico City, with the temperature ranging from 10ºC to 28ºC.
January has average temperatures of between 6ºC and 23ºC. Search for cheap flights from DEL to Mexico City around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Mexico City
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Mexico City right here. Explore these hotels as soon as you've locked in your flight from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Mexico City:
Zocalo and Chapultepec Park are just the start of the major attractions to put on your Mexico City travel itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to National Museum of Anthropology.
Complete your Mexico City trip with a car rental
Choose one of our car rentals in Mexico City and see the sights on your own schedule. Easily compare companies in one place to find the perfect ride once you've booked your hotel and cheap flights from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Mexico City.
