Travelling from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX): what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Benito Juarez International Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 14 hours 25 minutes.
The timezone in Mexico City is UTC-6, which is nine hours behind Istanbul.
Every week, there are 15 Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Benito Juarez International Airport flights. If you want to get going early, opt for the 01:55 Turkish Airlines flight. If you're eager to make the most of your day before you fly, the last departure is at 22:00 with Turkish Airlines.
To ensure you catch your IST to MEX flight, allow plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
During popular months like April, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight when you travel during a peak period in general.
Turkish Airlines is your gateway to discovering Mexico City (and perhaps some other great parts of Mexico!). Check out the direct flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Benito Juarez International Airport offered by this airline.
The majority of passengers choose to travel with Turkish Airlines on this route.
If you'd like to break up your flight, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Benito Juarez International Airport. Here are the top stopovers between IST and MEX:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
Pearson International Airport
George Bush Intercontinental Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Benito Juarez International Airport flight is $671. A round-trip ticket right now is $1,155. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Score cheap tickets from IST to MEX by booking at least six months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Benito Juarez International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have a flexible schedule.
There's no need to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from IST to MEX.
Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Benito Juarez International Airport.
Handy information about Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Central Istanbul to Istanbul Ataturk Airport is approximately 48 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 50 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Expect a journey time of about 1 hour 45 minutes on public transport.
Booked an early flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Benito Juarez International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these stays close to IST:
Arriving at Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
If you're coming in on a late Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Benito Juarez International Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be resting soon after at one of these options near MEX:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Benito Juarez International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from INFINITY RENT, MEX or America and experience the lesser-explored corners of Mexico City and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Benito Juarez International Airport around four weeks ahead boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
Getting from Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) to central Mexico City
From Benito Juarez International Airport, Mexico City is approximately 8 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 55 minutes.
When to fly to Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Benito Juarez International Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Mexico City. If you want a more laid-back vibe, go in April.
Lock in your flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Benito Juarez International Airport for April if you want to go to Mexico City during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 10ºC (50ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 6ºC (43ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF). Look for cheap tickets from IST to MEX sometime around then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Mexico
You've seen Mexico City, now it's time to explore more of Mexico. Journey about 21 kilometres north-east to Ecatepec de Morelos to check off its must-visit sights. From Grupo Scout 360 Aztlan to mirador del Valle Park and Kinder casanueva, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Guadalajara is another well-known destination in Mexico and is around 467 kilometres west of Mexico City. No journey is complete without visiting Guadalajara Cathedral, Teatro Degollado and Portales Tlaquepaque Park.