Flying from Mexico City to Eduardo Gomes International Airport (MAO): what you need to know
Mexico City has two main airports where you can kick off your travels. Explore your options for reserving a flight from Mexico City to Eduardo Gomes International Airport (MAO) leaving from Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) or Santa Lucia Air Force Base (NLU).
Eduardo Gomes International Airport is located in Manaus. The city operates in the UTC-4 timezone and is 2 hours ahead of Mexico City.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Mexico City to MAO. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the mad dash to your gate.
You'll want to head there even earlier during popular months like July. Aim for two hours before domestic departures and as much as four hours for international flights. After checking in, you can use any extra time to relax or go over your itinerary.
Airports in Mexico City
Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
Whether you're eager to visit another city along the way or just take a break, we make it a breeze to find a flight with a stopover. To see your options departing from Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Tocumen International Airport (PTY) is a stop you can make on your flight from Mexico City to MAO.
MEX is roughly 8 kilometres from the centre of Mexico City. To work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This essential travel app will show you the best route and available public transport options.
Planning to catch an early flight from Mexico City to Eduardo Gomes International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near Benito Juarez International Airport:
Santa Lucia Air Force Base (NLU)
Think about adding a stop at El Dorado International Airport (BOG). It's a popular stopover on a flight from Mexico City to Eduardo Gomes International Airport (MAO) departing Santa Lucia Air Force Base. Use a longer layover to explore the city, or take advantage of a quick break to get a snack at the airport.
NLU is around 40 kilometres from central Mexico City. It takes 55 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour and 46 minutes.
Prepare for your flight from Mexico City to MAO by checking in to a hotel near Santa Lucia Air Force Base. Verticca Hotel is one option where you can wake up and arrive at the airport with time to spare.
About Eduardo Gomes International Airport (MAO)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Mexico City to Eduardo Gomes International Airport. Stay at one of these accommodation options near MAO instead:
Getting from Eduardo Gomes International Airport (MAO) to central Manaus
From Eduardo Gomes International Airport, Manaus is approximately 13 kilometres away. It takes around 19 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Getting to the centre by public transport takes around 48 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Mexico City to Eduardo Gomes International Airport (MAO)
For a one-way ticket from Mexico City to Eduardo Gomes International Airport, C$294 is the cheapest price. You can also book a return flight starting from C$642. These are currently the lowest fares but are subject to change depending on availability.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to get flight tickets from Mexico City to MAO if you book ahead. Airlines often have some great early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest tickets from Mexico City to Eduardo Gomes International Airport across the month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your plans are flexible.
Set up a Price Alert and keep an eye on changes on this route through email or push notifications. You'll know straight away when the fares drop. Timing is key for finding flight tickets from Mexico City to MAO.
Customize your trip by applying filters. Adjust the duration, number of stops, and departure and arrival times to find the ideal flight from Mexico City to Eduardo Gomes International Airport. You can also sort the results to see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' options first.
The best time to fly from Mexico City to Eduardo Gomes International Airport (MAO)
June is the busiest month for flights from Mexico City to Eduardo Gomes International Airport. To avoid the crowds, visit Manaus in April when it's quieter.
Think about the kind of weather that'll suit your plans for Manaus. The warmest month is September. Lock in your flights from Mexico City to MAO sometime then and you can expect temperatures of between 23ºC and 40ºC.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from Mexico City to Eduardo Gomes International Airport in June when temperatures average between 21ºC and 31ºC.
More about Manaus
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