Flying from London to Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX): what you need to know
You can select from numerous airports when planning a flight from London to Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX). Explore your options for flying out of London Heathrow Airport (LHR), London Gatwick Airport (LGW) or Stansted Airport (STN). London Luton Airport (LTN) and London City Airport (LCY) also operate in London.
11 hours 37 minutes is the average time for a direct flight from London to Benito Juarez International Airport.
Benito Juarez International Airport is located in Mexico City. The city operates in the UTC-6 timezone and is 6 hours behind London.
London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) is the most popular route. There are 16 direct weekly flights to choose from. If you prefer starting your day later, hop on the last flight with Aeromexico at 22:30. Opt for the first LHR to MEX departure operated by British Airways at 12:40 if you want to get going earlier.
Leave plenty of time to get on your flight from London to MEX. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Head to the airport even earlier during popular months like July. Aim for two hours before a domestic departure and up to four hours for international journeys. After checking in, you can use any extra time to grab something to eat or simply relax.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR) is a convenient option for travelling directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from London to Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) leave from this terminal.
You can lock in a direct flight from London to Benito Juarez International Airport with Aeromexico. This top airline operates departures from LHR.
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your trip — and maybe even explore a different city. When searching for flights from London to MEX departing from London Heathrow Airport (LHR), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Here are some popular options to consider:
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Miami International Airport (MIA)
LHR is roughly 31 kilometres from the centre of London. To work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This useful travel app will show you the best route and available public transport options.
After a hassle-free start to your trip? Stay near London Heathrow Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from London to Benito Juarez International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels have you covered:
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Looking to fly out of London Gatwick Airport (LGW)? You can book a direct flight from London to Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) departing from this hub.
Take a direct flight from London to MEX with British Airways. This is one of the main carriers operating this route out of LGW.
Break up your flight from London to Benito Juarez International Airport with a stop so you can stretch your legs or tick a new place off your list. Some great stopovers between London Gatwick Airport and MEX include:
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
LGW is about 80 kilometres from central London. It'll take you 1 hour and 19 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour and 26 minutes.
It's your holiday, so why not book an additional night away? Think about staying at one of these accommodation options near London Gatwick Airport the day before your flight from London to MEX:
About Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
If you're arriving on a late flight from London to Benito Juarez International Airport, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these options near MEX:
Getting from Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) to central Mexico City
From Benito Juarez International Airport, Mexico City is approximately 8 kilometres away. It takes around 24 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It typically takes 57 minutes to get there using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from London to Benito Juarez International Airport is 301 €. The cheapest price for a return flight is 593 €. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Score cheap tickets from London to MEX by booking 9 months ahead. According to flight price data, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
To score the best price on your tickets from London to Benito Juarez International Airport, book your trip for June (it's when flights are cheapest). Got flexible travel dates? Use the 'Whole month' search function to find the most affordable day to fly.
Set up a Price Alert and track any changes on this route through push notifications or email. You'll know straight away when the fares drop. It's all about timing when scoring cheap tickets from London to MEX.
Use the filters to tailor your flights from London to Benito Juarez International Airport. Simply enter your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals.
The best time to fly from London to Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
July is the busiest month to catch a flight from London to Benito Juarez International Airport while April is the quietest. To work out the best time to go to Mexico City, consider the pace you like to travel at.
Lock in your flight from London to MEX for April if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Mexico City to range from 10ºC to 28ºC.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from London to Benito Juarez International Airport in January when temperatures average between 6ºC and 23ºC.
More about Mexico City
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All great holidays should include a little sightseeing. Zocalo, Chapultepec Park and National Museum of Anthropology are essential stops on your Mexico City itinerary.
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