Flying from Jakarta to Mexico City: what you need to know
Planning your holiday starts with figuring out where you'll fly out of in Jakarta. Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK) is the city's main airport, so explore your options for reserving a flight from Jakarta to Mexico City jetting off from here.
Touch down in Mexico City at Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) or Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU).
The timezone in Mexico City is UTC-6, which is 13 hours behind Jakarta.
For hassle-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your Jakarta to Mexico City flight.
During popular months such as July, it's best to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Jakarta to Mexico City
Booking ahead of time is often the key to scoring a cheap Jakarta to Mexico City flight. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest plane tickets from Jakarta to Mexico City across the entire month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from Jakarta to Mexico City by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your Jakarta to Mexico City flight results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best.'
Flying from Jakarta
Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK)
Finding a stopover on your Jakarta to Mexico City flight is a cinch. Whether you'd like to potentially save money on your fare or visit a new city, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to explore your options. A major stop when taking off from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport is Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST).
CGK is around 19 kilometres from central Jakarta. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour 30 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Jakarta to Mexico City? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays close to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport:
73.0% of flights leaving from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport land at their destination on time.
Arriving in Mexico City
Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) is approximately 6 kilometres from the centre of Mexico City. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 25 minutes.
Travelling to the centre on public transport will take you roughly 55 minutes.
Book a hotel near MEX if you have a late flight from Jakarta to Mexico City. Check in to one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Grab a Benito Juarez International Airport rental car and discover Mexico City and beyond with your own set of wheels. INFINITY RENT, MEX and America are popular outlets you can book with here.
Booking your ride from Benito Juarez International Airport around four weeks in advance can help you get the lowest rate.
Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU)
Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU) is roughly 32 kilometres from central Mexico City. After your flight from Jakarta to Mexico City, it'll take you approximately 55 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
Travelling by public transport will take around 1 hour 45 minutes.
You'll find a few comfortable places to rest your head within an easy drive of NLU. Switch to relaxation mode at Holiday Inn & Suites Mexico Felipe Angeles Airport after your Jakarta to Mexico City flight.
The fastest way to reach your destination is with a Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Europcar, MEX or Keddy By Europcar and set off in the blink of an eye.
Get the lowest price by booking your ride from NLU one week ahead of time. You'll also have access to a greater selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Mexico City
July is the busiest month for flights from Jakarta to Mexico City. To skip the crowds, go to Mexico City in April.
Book a Jakarta to Mexico City ticket departing in April if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Mexico City to range from 10ºC (50ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 6ºC (43ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF). Search for cheap flights from Jakarta to Mexico City around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Mexico City
Once you've booked your flight from Jakarta to Mexico City, take your pick from prime hotels that put you close to the action. Make one of these options your base for exploring Mexico City:
Every great adventure has to include some sightseeing. Zocalo, Chapultepec Park and National Museum of Anthropology are must-do's during your Mexico City adventure.
Explore more of Mexico
Ecatepec de Morelos is just one of the many cities in Mexico waiting to be discovered after you've seen Mexico City. Around 21 kilometres to the north-east, top sights here include Grupo Scout 360 Aztlan, mirador del Valle Park and Kinder casanueva.
Around 467 kilometres west of Mexico City, Guadalajara is another favourite stop in Mexico. Start your sightseeing at Guadalajara Cathedral, Teatro Degollado and Portales Tlaquepaque Park.