Flying from Mexico City to Incheon International Airport (ICN): what you need to know
Start your holiday planning by considering where you'll catch your flight from Mexico City to Incheon International Airport (ICN). Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) and Santa Lucia Air Force Base (NLU) are Mexico City's main airports.
The timezone in Seoul is UTC+9, which is 15 hours ahead of Mexico City. Incheon International Airport is located in Seoul.
To ensure you get on your flight from Mexico City to ICN, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
You'll want to head there even earlier during popular months like July. Aim for two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights. After checking in, you can use any extra time to relax or go over your itinerary.
Airports in Mexico City
Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to break up your trip — and maybe even explore another city. When browsing flights from Mexico City to ICN leaving from Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Consider one of these popular options:
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) Airport (LAS)
The distance from central Mexico City to MEX is about 8 kilometres. Check out Google Maps for the quickest way to get there, whether in your own car or with public transport.
Want a leisurely start to your journey? Stay near Benito Juarez International Airport. Whether you're taking an early flight from Mexico City to Incheon International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Santa Lucia Air Force Base (NLU)
Visit family or friends or just take a moment to recharge with a stopover. If you'd like to split up your flight from Mexico City to Incheon International Airport, here's where you can stop when departing from Santa Lucia Air Force Base:
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
With public transport, you can travel from central Mexico City to NLU in around 1 hour and 46 minutes. The airport is roughly 40 kilometres away, and getting there by car will take approximately 55 minutes.
Getting to the airport on time before your flight from Mexico City to ICN is much easier when you stay close to Santa Lucia Air Force Base. Consider booking a room at Verticca Hotel the night before you fly out.
About Incheon International Airport (ICN)
If you have a late flight from Mexico City to Incheon International Airport, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these options near ICN:
Getting from Incheon International Airport (ICN) to central Seoul
The centre of Seoul is roughly 48 kilometres from Incheon International Airport. Travel times by car rental or cab will vary depending on time of day, so do a little research before you go.
Travelling to the centre on public transport takes roughly 1 hour and 44 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Mexico City to Incheon International Airport (ICN)
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Mexico City to Incheon International Airport is 474 €. The cheapest price for a return flight is 928 €. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To score cheap tickets from Mexico City to ICN, book in advance. Airlines typically offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first made available.
Take advantage of the 'Whole month' tool to compare the prices of tickets from Mexico City to Incheon International Airport across the entire month. The lowest fares are highlighted in green, so you can easily choose a flight within your budget.
Set up a Price Alert and keep an eye on changes on this route through push notifications or email. We'll let you know when prices fall. Timing is key for finding cheap tickets from Mexico City to ICN.
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The best time to fly from Mexico City to Incheon International Airport (ICN)
July is the busiest month for flights from Mexico City to Incheon International Airport. To avoid the crowds, plan your trip to Seoul in April when it's quieter.
Before booking a flight from Mexico City to ICN, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Seoul, with the temperature ranging from 19ºC to 32ºC.
Look for cheap flights from Mexico City to Incheon International Airport in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -12ºC and 4ºC on average.
More about Seoul
After locking in your flight from Mexico City to Incheon International Airport, think about where to rest your head in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Seoul:
One of the best ways to experience Seoul is to check out its most popular attractions. Some highlights include Gyeongbokgung Palace, Bukchon Hanok Village and N Seoul Tower.
Complete your Seoul trip with a car rental
Select one of our car rentals in Seoul and see the sights at your own pace. Easily compare rates from trusted rental companies in one place after booking your hotel and cheap flights from Mexico City to Incheon International Airport.