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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from San Diego International to Mexico City? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Mexico City.243 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 6 May, returning Fri, 9 May.Return flight with Frontier Airlines and Viva Aerobus.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from San Diego International on Tue, 6 May, arriving in Mexico City Juarez International.Inbound indirect flight with Viva Aerobus, departs from Felipe Angeles International on Fri, 9 May, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 243 €, select.
Mexico City.277 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 30 Apr, returning Sun, 4 May.Return flight with Frontier Airlines and Viva Aerobus.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from San Diego International on Wed, 30 Apr, arriving in Mexico City Juarez International.Inbound indirect flight with Viva Aerobus, departs from Felipe Angeles International on Sun, 4 May, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 277 €, select.
Mexico City.280 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 27 May, returning Thu, 5 Jun.Return flight with Frontier Airlines and Viva Aerobus.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from San Diego International on Tue, 27 May, arriving in Mexico City Juarez International.Inbound indirect flight with Viva Aerobus, departs from Felipe Angeles International on Thu, 5 Jun, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 280 €, select.
Mexico City.284 € per passenger.Departing Fri, 6 Jun, returning Sun, 8 Jun.Return flight with Spirit Airlines and Viva Aerobus.Outbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from San Diego International on Fri, 6 Jun, arriving in Mexico City Juarez International.Inbound indirect flight with Viva Aerobus, departs from Felipe Angeles International on Sun, 8 Jun, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 284 €, select.
Mexico City.292 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 23 Jun, returning Thu, 3 Jul.Return flight with Hawaiian Airlines and Viva Aerobus.Outbound indirect flight with Hawaiian Airlines, departs from San Diego International on Mon, 23 Jun, arriving in Mexico City Juarez International.Inbound indirect flight with Viva Aerobus, departs from Felipe Angeles International on Thu, 3 Jul, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 292 €, select.
Mexico City.328 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 12 Aug, returning Sat, 16 Aug.Return flight with Hawaiian Airlines and Viva Aerobus.Outbound indirect flight with Hawaiian Airlines, departs from San Diego International on Tue, 12 Aug, arriving in Mexico City Juarez International.Inbound indirect flight with Viva Aerobus, departs from Felipe Angeles International on Sat, 16 Aug, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 328 €, select.
Mexico City.346 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 23 Jul, returning Wed, 6 Aug.Return flight with Hawaiian Airlines and Viva Aerobus.Outbound indirect flight with Hawaiian Airlines, departs from San Diego International on Wed, 23 Jul, arriving in Mexico City Juarez International.Inbound indirect flight with Viva Aerobus, departs from Felipe Angeles International on Wed, 6 Aug, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 346 €, select.
Mexico City.355 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 2 Sep, returning Sun, 7 Sep.Return flight with Spirit Airlines and Viva Aerobus.Outbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from San Diego International on Tue, 2 Sep, arriving in Mexico City Juarez International.Inbound indirect flight with Viva Aerobus, departs from Mexico City Juarez International on Sun, 7 Sep, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 355 €, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from San Diego International to Mexico City

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like San Diego International to Mexico City flights are currently cheapest in May.
Apr
from 373 €
May
from 243 €
Jun
from 284 €
Jul
from 373 €
Aug
from 328 €
Sep
from 355 €
Oct
from 405 €
Nov
from 448 €
Dec
from 702 €
Jan
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Feb
from 520 €
Mar
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Alternative San Diego International to Mexico City routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from San Diego International to Mexico City? You could fly into the following airports instead.

San Diego to Mexico City: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found243 €
Cheapest month to flyMay

Finding cheap flights from San Diego International to Mexico City: Frequently asked questions

There are 3 airports in Mexico City: Mexico City Juarez International, Felipe Angeles International and Toluca.
The best price we found for a return flight from San Diego International to Mexico City is 243 €. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from San Diego International to Mexico City. But we found flights with one or more stops from 243 €.
As of April 2025, there are no flights flying from San Diego International to Mexico City.
The cheapest month to fly from San Diego International to Mexico City is usually April 2025.
If you're flying from San Diego International Airport, the cheapest airport near Mexico City is Mexico City Juarez International – which is 6.4 km away from the centre of Mexico City. We've found flights into this airport from 243 €.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from San Diego International Airport to Mexico City on Tuesday, 6 May 2025.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between San Diego International Airport and Mexico City. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Mexico City but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Mexico City is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In April, the average temperature is usually around 17°C. June is typically the warmest month in Mexico City, when it usually averages around 24°C. You can expect the least rain in December. The coldest month is December, with temperatures averaging 5°C. The rainiest month is September.
Currently, Frontier Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Mexico City.

Travelling from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to Mexico City: what you need to know

  • Mexico City is 1 hour ahead of San Diego, where San Diego International Airport is located. Mexico City operates on the UTC-6 timezone.

  • To ensure you get on your flight from SAN to Mexico City, leave plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.

  • Travelling during a peak time like July? Popular seasons (like spring break, summer and Thanksgiving) can easily add another hour at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.

  • We make it a breeze to find a flight from SAN to Mexico City with a stopover. To see all the options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Some popular stopovers include:

    • Los Cabos International Airport (SJD)

    • George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)

    • Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX)

  • You can enter Mexico for tourism purposes without a visa if you have a passport from United States. But before reserving your cheap tickets from San Diego International Airport to Mexico City, make sure you're up to date with the latest guidelines. Visa rules can change, and you may require some travel documentation if your trip is for work or another reason.

  • Travelling from central San Diego to SAN takes around 20 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 5 kilometres in 9 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.

  • Booked an early flight from San Diego International Airport to Mexico City? Avoid rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels near SAN:

How to find the cheapest flights from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to Mexico City

  • The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from San Diego International Airport to Mexico City is 115 €. The cheapest price for a return flight is 243 €. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.

  • To score cheap tickets from SAN to Mexico City, book early. Airlines typically offer lower prices when flights are first released.

  • The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest tickets from San Diego International Airport to Mexico City across every month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your dates are flexible.

  • Create a Price Alert for cheap tickets from SAN to Mexico City. You don't need to check back in every day to find out if prices have dropped. We'll tell you the moment the price changes.

  • Tailor your travel plans with filters. Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from San Diego International Airport to Mexico City.

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.

  • Getting to the centre by public transport typically takes 57 minutes.

  • If you're arriving on a late flight from San Diego International Airport to Mexico City, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these accommodation options near MEX:

Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU)

  • Once your flight from San Diego International Airport to Mexico City has hit the tarmac, you can make your way to the city centre in around 55 minutes by car. Central Mexico City is roughly 40 kilometres from Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU).

  • Public transport will get you there in about 1 hour and 46 minutes.

  • Villa Granada is one accommodation option within an easy drive of NLU. Unpack your bags here after your flight from SAN to Mexico City and then hang the 'Do not disturb' sign to get some rest.

Best time to go to Mexico City

  • July is the busiest month to catch a flight from San Diego International Airport to Mexico City while April is the quietest. To work out the best time to visit 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. Book your flights from San Diego International Airport to Mexico City in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.

  • Look for cheap flights from SAN to Mexico City in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 6ºC and 23ºC on average.

More about Mexico City

Complete your Mexico City trip with a car rental

  • We use the same magic that helped you find your cheap flight from San Diego International Airport to Mexico City to track down deals on car rentals. Search for your ride in seconds and compare your options in one place. Plus we give you all the info you need to know about car rentals in Mexico City, from the most popular rental company to the average daily price.

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