Flying from Mexico City to Zurich Airport (ZRH): what you need to know
There are a couple of main airports you can start your journey from in Mexico City. Check out your options departing from Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) or Santa Lucia Air Force Base (NLU) when organising your flight from Mexico City to Zurich Airport (ZRH).
The timezone in Zurich is UTC+1, which is 7 hours ahead of Mexico City. Zurich Airport is located in Zurich.
Your flight from Mexico City to ZRH won't wait if you're running late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
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 grab something to eat.
Airports in Mexico City
Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight from Mexico City to ZRH with a stopover. To see your options leaving from Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply select a flight that has a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Some popular stopovers between MEX and ZRH include:
Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
From central Mexico City, MEX is approximately 8 kilometres away. Use navigation apps or check the official airport website to find the best way to arrive at the terminal.
Want an easy start to your trip? Stay near Benito Juarez International Airport. Whether you're taking an early flight from Mexico City to Zurich Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Santa Lucia Air Force Base (NLU)
With public transport, you can travel from central Mexico City to NLU in about 1 hour and 46 minutes. The airport is roughly 40 kilometres away, and getting there by car takes approximately 55 minutes.
Kick back before your flight from Mexico City to ZRH by spending the night close to Santa Lucia Air Force Base. Verticca Hotel is one option where you can wake up and arrive at the airport with time to spare.
About Zurich Airport (ZRH)
If you have a late flight from Mexico City to Zurich Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these options near ZRH:
Getting from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to central Zurich
Zurich Airport is approximately 13 kilometres from central Zurich. With a cab or in your own car rental, the drive is around 19 minutes.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour and 35 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Mexico City to Zurich Airport (ZRH)
317 € is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Mexico City to Zurich Airport. Return flights start from 728 €. Fares are subject to availability and may change at any time.
To pick up cheap tickets from Mexico City to ZRH, book as early as possible. Airlines usually offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest tickets from Mexico City to Zurich Airport across the month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your plans are flexible.
Set up a Price Alert for cheap tickets from Mexico City to ZRH. You don't need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped. We'll notify you the moment the price changes.
Use the filters to tailor your flights from Mexico City to Zurich 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 Mexico City to Zurich Airport (ZRH)
July is the busiest month for flights from Mexico City to Zurich Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, head to Zurich in February when it's quieter.
Before booking a flight from Mexico City to ZRH, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Zurich, with the temperature ranging from 10ºC to 27ºC.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from Mexico City to Zurich Airport in January when temperatures average between -6ºC and 7ºC.
More about Zurich
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Zurich right here. Explore these options once you've locked in your flight from Mexico City to Zurich Airport:
All great adventures should include some sightseeing. Bahnhofstrasse, Swiss National Museum and Grossmunster are attractions you won't want to skip in Zurich.
Complete your Zurich trip with a car rental
Once you've locked in your hotel and cheap flight from Mexico City to Zurich Airport, next up is choosing one of our car rentals in Zurich. Check out the deals and instantly compare options on price, pick-up convenience, and more.