Travelling from Mexico City to Minneapolis: what you need to know
Mexico City is home to two main airports where you can kick off your trip. Explore your options for booking a flight from Mexico City to Minneapolis flying out of Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) or Santa Lucia Air Force Base (NLU).
Disembark at Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP), the major arrival point in Minneapolis.
4 hours 31 minutes is the time it takes on average for a direct flight from Mexico City to Minneapolis. Based in the UTC-5 timezone, Minneapolis is 1 hour ahead of Mexico City.
Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) is the most popular route that connects these two cities. There are 10 flights a week to pick from. If you prefer a later start to the day, the last flight from Mexico City to Minneapolis is with Delta Air Lines at 14:55. Choose the first MEX to MSP departure operated by Delta Air Lines at 13:55 to maximize your time in Minneapolis.
Leave plenty of time to get on your flight from Mexico City to Minneapolis. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak period like school or public holidays? Expect longer lines at security and check-in. To be on the safe side, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
To enter United States for tourism purposes, you will require an embassy visa if you have a passport from Mexico. However, visa rules are subject to change and you may need further documentation depending on the purpose and duration of your stay. Always check the most up-to-date guidelines before reserving your cheap flight from Mexico City to Minneapolis.
Flying from Mexico City
Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
You can book a nonstop flight from Mexico City to Minneapolis departing from Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX). Begin your trip at MEX and arrive at Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP).
Delta Air Lines is a popular airline that operates direct flights from Mexico City to Minneapolis jetting out of MEX.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper flight from Mexico City to Minneapolis. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Benito Juarez International Airport. Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular options:
San Antonio International Airport (SAT)
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
MEX is around 8 kilometres from central Mexico City. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 24 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 57 minutes.
In search of a handy hotel near Benito Juarez International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Mexico City to Minneapolis, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU)
Make the most of your vacation with a stopover on your flight from Mexico City to Minneapolis. Visit family or friends or tick another city off your list. Whatever you want to do, check out these options between Benito Juarez International Airport and Minneapolis:
San Antonio International Airport (SAT)
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
You can reach NLU from the centre of Mexico City in approximately 55 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The ride by public transport takes roughly 1 hour and 46 minutes to cover the 40 kilometres or so.
It's vacation time, so why not spend another night away at a hotel close to Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport? Before your flight from Mexico City to Minneapolis, consider staying at Villa Granada.
Arriving in Minneapolis
Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP)
Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) to central Minneapolis is about 19 minutes by car. It's approximately 21 kilometres away.
It takes around 26 minutes to get there using public transport.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Mexico City to Minneapolis, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these accommodation options near MSP:
How to find the cheapest flights from Mexico City to Minneapolis
At the moment, C$276 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Mexico City to Minneapolis. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$428. Bear in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
To secure cheap flights from Mexico City to Minneapolis, reserve your journey 9 months before your planned departure.
Organize your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Mexico City to Minneapolis. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across every month.
Log into your online account or use the app to create a Price Alert. You'll be notified right away if there's a better deal on this route. It doesn't take long, and it'll save you time looking for cheap flights from Mexico City to Minneapolis every day.
Use filters to find your ideal trip. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Mexico City to Minneapolis, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.
Best time to go to Minneapolis
February is the quietest month for flights from Mexico City to Minneapolis, while July is the most popular. Figure out the best time to visit Minneapolis based on whether you like a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Lock in your flight from Mexico City to Minneapolis for July if you want to head to the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Minneapolis to range from 14ºC to 29ºC.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, book a cheap ticket from Mexico City to Minneapolis in January when temperatures average between -19ºC and -1ºC.
More about Minneapolis
After booking your flight from Mexico City to Minneapolis, think about where to rest your head in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Minneapolis:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be tricky to work out where to begin. Walker Art Centre, Minneapolis Institute of Arts and Minneapolis Sculpture Garden are top sights which should be on every Minneapolis itinerary.
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