Flying from Quetzalcoatl International Airport (NLD) to Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX): what you need to know
1 hour 51 minutes is the average time for a direct flight from Quetzalcoatl International Airport to Benito Juarez International Airport. Mexico City is 1 hour behind Nuevo Laredo and operates on the UTC-6 timezone.
Flights from Quetzalcoatl International Airport to Benito Juarez International Airport start from 07:40 — the first with Aeromexico. The latest flight is the 19:34 option with Aeromexico. In total, you can take your pick of 10 services every week between NLD and MEX.
You'll likely experience longer lines in popular months such as October and other peak periods. Arriving up to fours hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
When flying within Mexico, you won't need a passport or visa. However, you'll have to present another form of identity document, such as a driver's license or ID card. As soon as you've found your cheap ticket from NLD to MEX, check your ID is up to date before you take to the skies.
How to find the cheapest flights from Quetzalcoatl International Airport (NLD) to Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
C$46 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Quetzalcoatl International Airport to Benito Juarez International Airport. Return flights start from C$99. These fares can change depending on demand.
To snag cheap flight tickets from NLD to MEX, reserve your trip 11 months ahead of the departure date.
The cheapest month for flight tickets from Quetzalcoatl International Airport to Benito Juarez International Airport is July. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have a flexible travel schedule.
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Handy information about Quetzalcoatl International Airport (NLD)
To get to Quetzalcoatl International Airport from central Nuevo Laredo, it takes around 10 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 5 kilometres from the airport to the city center.
Taking an early flight from Quetzalcoatl International Airport to Benito Juarez International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near NLD:
Arriving at Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Quetzalcoatl International Airport to Benito Juarez International Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these options near MEX:
Getting from Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) to central Mexico City
Benito Juarez International Airport is approximately 8 kilometres from central Mexico City. With your own car rental or in a cab, the drive is about 24 minutes.
If you're traveling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 57 minutes.
When to fly to Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Quetzalcoatl International Airport to Benito Juarez International Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Mexico City. If you prefer a more relaxed vibe, go in April.
Book your flight from Quetzalcoatl International Airport to Benito Juarez International Airport for April if you want to explore Mexico City during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 10ºC and 28ºC.
Look for cheap flight tickets from NLD to MEX in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 6ºC and 23ºC on average.
More about Mexico City
Start your Mexico City trip right by finding a great place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from NLD to MEX, have a look at our selection of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to know where to begin. Zocalo, Day trip from Mexico city to Teotihuacan (Self-Guided walking tour) by FreeGuides.com and Chapultepec Park are popular attractions which should feature on every Mexico City itinerary.
Santa Lucia Air Force Base (NLU) is an alternative way to travel to and from Mexico City. This domestic airport may be a cheaper or more convenient option depending on your travel plans, so browse its flight schedules and prices.
Complete your Mexico City trip with hotels and a car rental
You've locked in your cheap ticket to Benito Juarez International Airport — next up is finding somewhere to stay, and perhaps even a set of wheels. We've compared prices across hundreds of companies to bring you the top hotels and car rental deals in Mexico City.