Travelling from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX): what you need to know
Mexico City is 17 hours behind Melbourne and is in the UTC-6 timezone.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your MEL to MEX flight.
Flying during a peak time such as January? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
If you want to include a stop along the way, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Benito Juarez International Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between MEL and MEX:
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport
Los Angeles International Airport
San Francisco International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
Right now, $829 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Benito Juarez International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $1,690. Keep in mind that fares may change due to availability when booking.
To pick up cheap tickets from MEL to MEX, book in advance. Airlines generally offer their best fares when flights are first made available.
If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the lowest price in each month when looking for a flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Benito Juarez International Airport.
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Handy information about Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Of the departures from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, 67.71% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Central Melbourne to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport is approximately 24 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 30 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
The trip when using public transport takes roughly 40 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Benito Juarez International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays near MEL:
Arriving at Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Benito Juarez International Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near MEX instead:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Benito Juarez International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from INFINITY RENT, MEX or America to explore Mexico City and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Benito Juarez International Airport about 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.
Travelling to the centre on public transport will take you around 55 minutes.
When to fly to Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
July is the most popular month for flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Benito Juarez International Airport. To skip the crowds, head to Mexico City in April.
The warmest month in Mexico City is April, with temperatures ranging between 10ºC (50ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Book your flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Benito Juarez International Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
January sees average temperatures of between 6ºC (43ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF). Look for cheap tickets from MEL to MEX around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Mexico
Mexico City has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of Mexico waiting to be discovered. Around 21 kilometres north-east of Mexico City, a visit to Ecatepec de Morelos will keep you on the go. Start with leading attractions like Grupo Scout 360 Aztlan, mirador del Valle Park and Kinder casanueva.
If you're interested in discovering another well-known destination in Mexico, head for Guadalajara, about 467 kilometres west of Mexico City. Guadalajara Cathedral, Teatro Degollado and Portales Tlaquepaque Park are among the biggest draws.