Flying from Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) to Istanbul: what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport to Istanbul and you'll be travelling for around 14 hours 30 minutes.
Istanbul is nine hours ahead of Mexico City, where Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport is located. Istanbul observes the UTC+3 timezone.
Leave enough time to get on your MEX to Istanbul flight. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as September, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
We make it a breeze to book plane tickets from MEX to Istanbul with a stopover. To see all the options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, select a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. The most sought-after stopovers include:
Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
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MEX is around 6 kilometres from central Mexico City. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be around 40 minutes.
In search of a hotel near MEX? If you've booked an early flight from Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport to Istanbul, these stays will put you moments from check-in:
84% of flights leaving Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport touch down at their destination on schedule. With its impressive on-time stats, delays are unlikely when jetting out of MEX.
How to find the cheapest flights from Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) to Istanbul
The best price we've found for a one-way Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport to Istanbul flight is $661. The cheapest price for a return flight is $1,426. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to locking in a cheap flight from MEX to Istanbul. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the nearer you get to departure, the more it could cost you.
Landing cheap tickets from Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport to Istanbul is easier if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to get the lowest prices across every month and land an epic deal.
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Airports in Istanbul
Istanbul Airport (IST)
Istanbul Airport (IST) is around 40 kilometres from the centre of Istanbul. If you're getting a taxi or a ride-share, the drive takes about 45 minutes.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 10 minutes.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport to Istanbul. Check in to one of these accommodation options near IST instead:
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your vehicle from Istanbul Airport around two weeks in advance of your flight from MEX to Istanbul.
Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) is about 48 kilometres from central Istanbul. Once you've disembarked your flight from Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport to Istanbul, it'll take you around 1 hour 5 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a taxi or ride-share.
If you're catching public transport, it'll take about 1 hour 40 minutes.
Following your MEX to Istanbul flight, tuck yourself in at a hotel close to SAW. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:
Don't pay more than you need to. Reserving your ride four weeks before your arrival at SAW will help you stay within budget.
Best time to go to Istanbul
February is the quietest month for flights from Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport to Istanbul, while August is the most popular. Work out the ideal time to visit Istanbul based on whether you like a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Istanbul is July, with temperatures ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Lock in your Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport to Istanbul plane ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
January sees average temperatures of between 2ºC (36ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from MEX to Istanbul around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Istanbul
After booking your flight from Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport to Istanbul, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Istanbul:
Historic Areas of Istanbul and Hagia Sophia Museum are just the start of the leading attractions to add to your Istanbul travel itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Hagia Sophia History Museum.
Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)
Istanbul has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of Türkiye (Turkey) waiting to be explored. About 354 kilometres east of Istanbul, a trip to Ankara will keep you busy. Don't miss top attractions like The Roman Theatre, Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Museum of Anatolian Civilizations.
Izmir is another well-known destination in Türkiye (Turkey) and is around 322 kilometres southwest of Istanbul. No trip is complete without visiting Aegean Coast, Smyrna Basilika and Ataturk Konak Square.