Flying from Metropolitan Oakland International Airport (OAK) to Mexico City: what you need to know
Around 4 hours 37 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Metropolitan Oakland International Airport to Mexico City.
Mexico City is 1 hour ahead of Oakland, where Metropolitan Oakland International Airport is located. Mexico City operates on the UTC-6 timezone.
The busiest route is from Metropolitan Oakland International Airport (OAK) to Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX). There are 5 services every week between these two airports. If you want to get on your way as soon as you can, the earliest flight from OAK to MEX is the 22:08 Volaris option. If you're planning to fly out later on, the last departure is at 23:30 with Volaris.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to catch your flight from OAK to Mexico City.
If you're travelling during a peak month like July, make your way to the airport even earlier. It's wise to arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours ahead of domestic departures. Check-in and security lines are longer during high seasons like spring break and summer.
You can book a direct flight from Metropolitan Oakland International Airport to Mexico City. Start your trip at OAK and touch down at Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX).
Take to the skies with Volaris. This leading carrier operates direct flights from Metropolitan Oakland International Airport to Mexico City.
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to take a travel break — and possibly even visit a new city. When browsing flights from OAK to Mexico City, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Some popular options include:
Gen Mariano Escobedo Airport (MTY)
Los Cabos International Airport (SJD)
Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) Airport (LAS)
You can travel to Mexico for tourism purposes without a visa if you have a passport from United States. But before reserving your cheap tickets from Metropolitan Oakland International Airport to Mexico City, make sure you have the most up-to-date information. Visa rules are subject to change, and you may require some travel documentation if your trip is for business or another reason.
The journey from central Oakland to OAK takes around 38 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 16 kilometres in 17 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Catching an early flight from Metropolitan Oakland International Airport to Mexico City? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays near OAK:
How to find the cheapest flights from Metropolitan Oakland International Airport (OAK) to Mexico City
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Metropolitan Oakland International Airport to Mexico City is 28 €. The cheapest price for a return flight is 92 €. Bear in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To score cheap tickets from OAK to Mexico City, reserve your journey 9 months ahead of your departure date.
The cheapest month for tickets from Metropolitan Oakland International Airport to Mexico City is May. You can easily compare prices using the 'Whole month' tool and choose the date that offers the best deal.
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Airports in Mexico City
Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) to central Mexico City is roughly 8 kilometres. It takes around 24 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It takes roughly 57 minutes to get there by public transport.
Consider booking a hotel close to MEX if you have a late flight from Metropolitan Oakland International Airport to Mexico City. Select one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU)
Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU) is roughly 40 kilometres from central Mexico City. Once you've disembarked your flight from Metropolitan Oakland International Airport to Mexico City, it'll take you around 55 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
Travelling by public transport will take approximately 1 hour and 46 minutes.
There are some comfortable accommodation options just a quick drive from NLU. Ease into relaxation mode at Villa Granada after your flight from OAK to Mexico City.
Best time to go to Mexico City
July is the most popular month to hop on a flight from Metropolitan Oakland International Airport to Mexico City while April is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to go to Mexico City, consider the pace you prefer to travel at.
The warmest month in Mexico City is April, with the temperature ranging between 10ºC and 28ºC. Lock in your flights from Metropolitan Oakland International Airport to Mexico City in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Look for cheap flights from OAK to Mexico City in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 6ºC and 23ºC on average.
More about Mexico City
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Mexico City right here. Explore these options once you've locked in your flight from Metropolitan Oakland International Airport to Mexico City:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to know where to start. Zocalo, Chapultepec Park and National Museum of Anthropology are leading attractions which should be on any good Mexico City itinerary.
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