Flying from Mazatlan International Airport (MZT) to Mexico City: what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Mazatlan International Airport to Mexico City and you'll be travelling for an average of 1 hour 50 minutes.
The timezone in Mexico City is UTC-6. The city is 1 hour ahead of Mazatlan, where Mazatlan International Airport is located.
With 50 weekly flights between the two airports, Mazatlan International Airport (MZT) to Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) is the most popular route. Aeromexico operates the earliest flight at 06:00. If you'd like to get more out of your day before you fly, the last departure from MZT to MEX is with Volaris at 21:23.
Give yourself plenty of time to get on your flight from MZT to Mexico City. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You can expect bigger queues during popular months like July and other peak periods. Arriving up to fours hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
You can book a nonstop flight from Mazatlan International Airport to Mexico City that touches down at Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX).
You'll find a good selection of carriers that offer direct flights from Mazatlan International Airport to Mexico City, such as:
Once you've booked flight tickets from Mazatlan International Airport to Mexico City, get your travel documents in order. A passport or visa isn't needed since you're travelling within Mexico. As long as you have some other valid form of identification, such as a driver's licence or an ID card, you're ready to go.
Central Mazatlan to MZT is approximately 23 kilometres. Depending on traffic conditions, it'll take about 25 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Get your flight from Mazatlan International Airport to Mexico City off to an easy start. Just a short drive from MZT, book a night at Departamento de Lujo con Vista al MAR y Campo de Golf and be well-rested for the trip ahead.
How to find the cheapest flights from Mazatlan International Airport (MZT) to Mexico City
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Mazatlan International Airport to Mexico City is C$24. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$61. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Book 2 months before you travel. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from MZT to Mexico City.
Schedule your trip for October. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Mazatlan International Airport to Mexico City. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across every month.
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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'll take you about 24 minutes to reach the centre driving.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of roughly 57 minutes.
Consider staying in a hotel near MEX if you're catching a late flight from Mazatlan International Airport to Mexico City. Settle into 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 the centre of Mexico City. Once you've disembarked your flight from Mazatlan International Airport to Mexico City, it'll take you around 55 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
You can expect the journey to take approximately 1 hour and 46 minutes on public transport.
Unpack and relax not long after your flight from MZT to Mexico City at Villa Granada. This comfy accommodation option is a quick drive from NLU.
Best time to go to Mexico City
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Mazatlan International Airport to Mexico City. July is the busiest month to visit Mexico City. If you prefer a quieter atmosphere, go in April.
Lock in your flight from Mazatlan International Airport to Mexico City for April to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 10ºC to 28ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 6ºC and 23ºC. Search for cheap flights from MZT to Mexico City around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Mexico City
Once you've booked your flight from Mazatlan International Airport to Mexico City, think about where to rest your head in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Mexico City:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be difficult to know where to start. Zocalo, Chapultepec Park and National Museum of Anthropology are top attractions which should feature on any well-planned Mexico City itinerary.
Complete your Mexico City trip with a car rental
Pick one of our car rentals in Mexico City and see the sights on your own schedule. Easily compare options in one place to find your ideal ride once you've booked your hotel and cheap flights from Mazatlan International Airport to Mexico City.
