Flying from Albuquerque International Sunport Airport (ABQ) to Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX): what you need to know
Albuquerque and Mexico City are in the same timezone, UTC-6.
To ensure you catch your ABQ to MEX flight, leave plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Flying during a peak time like October? Public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer lines and delays at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
If you'd like to add a stop to your trip, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Albuquerque International Sunport Airport to Benito Juarez International Airport. These are the top stopovers between ABQ and MEX:
George Bush Intercontinental Airport
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport
Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport)
How to find the cheapest flights from Albuquerque International Sunport Airport (ABQ) to Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
$418 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Albuquerque International Sunport Airport to Benito Juarez International Airport flight. Return flights start at $790. These fares may change based on availability.
To pick up cheap tickets from ABQ to MEX, book in advance. Airlines tend to offer their best fares when flights are first released.
Finding cheap flights from Albuquerque International Sunport Airport to Benito Juarez International Airport is more likely if you're flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest fares across each month and land a great deal.
You don't need to check back in every day to see if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment there's a change in price on cheap flights from ABQ to MEX.
Discover the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Albuquerque International Sunport Airport to Benito Juarez International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Albuquerque International Sunport Airport (ABQ)
You'll find ABQ at 2200 Sunport Blvd. SE.
Albuquerque International Sunport Airport maintains a solid on-time performance, so you're less likely to experience disruptions. Departures from ABQ make it to their destination as scheduled 85.09% of the time.
Central Albuquerque to Albuquerque International Sunport Airport is around 14 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
The journey on public transport takes about 2 hours 55 minutes.
Get your break off to a stress-free start by staying near ABQ. Whether you're catching an early flight from Albuquerque International Sunport Airport to Benito Juarez International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
Reserve a hotel close to MEX if you're catching a late Albuquerque International Sunport Airport to Benito Juarez International Airport flight. Check in to one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Travel at your own speed with a Benito Juarez International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from INFINITY RENT, MEX or America and venture far and wide through Mexico City and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Benito Juarez International Airport around four weeks ahead gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Getting from Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) to central Mexico City
Benito Juarez International Airport is roughly 8 kilometres from the centre of Mexico City. The drive time takes around 25 minutes.
It takes around 55 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
The quietest month for a flight from Albuquerque International Sunport Airport to Benito Juarez International Airport is April, while July is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to go to Mexico City based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
When reserving your flight from Albuquerque International Sunport Airport to Benito Juarez International Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. April is the warmest month in Mexico City, with temperatures ranging from 10ºC (50ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 6ºC (43ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF). Look for cheap tickets from ABQ to MEX around that time if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Mexico
You've done Mexico City, now it's time to explore more of Mexico. Travel around 21 kilometres north-east to Ecatepec de Morelos to tick off its leading sights. From Grupo Scout 360 Aztlan to mirador del Valle Park and Kinder casanueva, there's plenty to keep you busy.
If there's time to check out another great destination in Mexico, head for Guadalajara, about 467 kilometres west of Mexico City. Guadalajara Cathedral, Teatro Degollado and Portales Tlaquepaque Park are highlights.