Flying from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Mexico City: what you need to know
Expect to be travelling for 5 hours 1 minute. On average, that's the duration of a direct flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Mexico City.
John F. Kennedy International Airport is located in New York. Based in the UTC-6 timezone, Mexico City is 2 hours behind New York.
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) is the most popular route, with 110 weekly flights to pick from. If you have things to finalize before heading off, the last flight from JFK to MEX is with American Airlines at 20:00. Go for the first departure operated by Aeromexico at 00:56 if you want to get going early.
Leave plenty of time to get on your flight from JFK to Mexico City. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
If you're travelling during a peak month like July, get to the airport even earlier. You'll want to arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours ahead of a domestic departure. Expect lines to be longer during vacation periods like summer and spring break.
Nonstop flights from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Mexico City are available for booking. Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) is where you'll complete your journey.
There's a good selection of carriers that offer direct flights from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Mexico City, including:
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to break up your trip — and maybe even explore a different city. When searching for flights from JFK to Mexico City, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Here are some popular options to consider:
Los Cabos International Airport (SJD)
Cancun International Airport (CUN)
Las Americas International Airport (SDQ)
You can visit Mexico for tourism purposes without a visa if you hold a passport from United States. But before booking your flight tickets from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Mexico City, double-check for the newest rules and regulations. Visa rules can change, and you may require some travel documents if your trip is for business or other reasons.
Located around 48 kilometres from the centre of New York, JFK can be reached in approximately 48 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport will take roughly 1 hour and 20 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel near JFK? If you're boarding an early flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Mexico City, these accommodation options will have you moments from your check-in counter:
How to find the cheapest flights from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Mexico City
C$206 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Mexico City. For a return flight on this route, the best price is C$381. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
To snag cheap tickets from JFK to Mexico City, book your trip 3 months ahead of your departure.
The cheapest month for tickets from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Mexico City is November. You can easily compare prices using the 'Whole month' tool and choose the date that offers the lowest fare.
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Airports in Mexico City
Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) to central Mexico City is approximately 8 kilometres. It takes about 24 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It takes roughly 57 minutes if you're using public transport.
Reserve a hotel near MEX if you have a late flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Mexico City. Choose one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU)
Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU) is roughly 40 kilometres from central Mexico City. After your flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Mexico City, it'll take you around 55 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take about 1 hour and 46 minutes.
Villa Granada is a comfortable accommodation option within an easy drive of NLU. Drop your bags here after your flight from JFK to Mexico City and then hang the 'Do not disturb' sign to enjoy some uninterrupted rest.
Best time to go to Mexico City
July is the busiest month to hop on a flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Mexico City while April is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to go to Mexico City, consider whether you like a lively atmosphere or a quieter vibe.
Lock in your flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Mexico City for April to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 10ºC to 28ºC.
Look for cheap flights from JFK to Mexico City in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 6ºC and 23ºC on average.
More about Mexico City
Start your Mexico City trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Mexico City, check out our selection of hotels including:
Zocalo and Chapultepec Park are just a couple of the leading attractions to put on your Mexico City travel itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out National Museum of Anthropology.
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