Travelling from Seoul to Mexico City: what you need to know
Get your vacation planning started by considering the departure point for your flight from Seoul to Mexico City. Incheon International Airport (ICN) and Gimpo International Airport (GMP) are the two main airports in Seoul.
Arrive in Mexico City at Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) or Santa Lucia Air Force Base (NLU).
A direct flight from Seoul to Mexico City takes on average 13 hours 49 minutes. The timezone in Mexico City is UTC-6, which makes it 15 hours behind Seoul.
With 8 flights a week between the two airports, Incheon International Airport (ICN) to Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) is the busiest route. Hop on the earliest flight from Seoul to Mexico City with Aeromexico at 11:40. If you'd like to get more out of your day before taking off, the latest departure from ICN to MEX is with Aeromexico at 11:40.
To ensure you get on your flight from Seoul to Mexico City, leave plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
You can expect longer lines during popular months such as July and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
You won't need a visa for Mexico if you hold a passport from South Korea and are travelling for tourism purposes. Travel documentation and visa requirements can be subject to change. So before reserving your cheap flights from Seoul to Mexico City, be sure to check with your airline and your destination country's local embassy or consulate for the latest information.
Flying from Seoul
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
If you're searching for a direct flight from Seoul to Mexico City, you can board one at Incheon International Airport (ICN). Travel from ICN to Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) in one continuous trip.
If you want to leave from ICN, you can take a direct flight from Seoul to Mexico City with Aeromexico.
Think about adding a stopover to possibly find a cheaper flight from Seoul to Mexico City. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Incheon International Airport. Take a pause at one of these airports:
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
Catching an early flight from Seoul to Mexico City? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels close to Incheon International Airport:
Gimpo International Airport (GMP)
Split up your flight from Seoul to Mexico City with a stop so you can stretch your legs or perhaps go somewhere you've never been before. Popular stopovers between Incheon International Airport and Mexico City include:
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
It's your vacation, so why not extend it with another night away? Consider checking in to one of these accommodation options near Gimpo International Airport the day before your flight from Seoul to Mexico City:
Arriving in Mexico City
Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) to central Mexico City is approximately 8 kilometres. It takes around 24 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Travelling by public transport typically takes 57 minutes.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Seoul to Mexico City, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these hotels near MEX:
Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU)
Central Mexico City is approximately 40 kilometres from Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU). Once your flight from Seoul to Mexico City has landed and you've made your way out of the airport, expect a drive of about 55 minutes.
You can also travel using public transport, which typically takes 1 hour and 46 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Seoul to Mexico City
C$723 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Seoul to Mexico City. Return flights start from C$1,396. These fares may change based on availability and demand.
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Best time to go to Mexico City
July is the most popular month for flights from Seoul to Mexico City. To escape the crowds, head to Mexico City in April.
Book your flight from Seoul to Mexico City for April if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Mexico City to range from 10ºC to 28ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 6ºC and 23ºC. Look for cheap flights from Seoul to Mexico City sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Mexico City
After booking your flight from Seoul 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 hard to work out where to begin. Zocalo, Chapultepec Park and National Museum of Anthropology are top attractions which should feature on every Mexico City itinerary.
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