Travelling from Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) to Zurich Airport (ZRH): what you need to know
Zurich is seven hours ahead of Mexico City and observes the UTC+1 timezone.
To ensure you get on your MEX to ZRH flight, allow plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Flying during a peak time like July? Public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Benito Juarez International Airport to Zurich Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Popular stopovers between MEX and ZRH include:
Frankfurt Airport
London Heathrow Airport
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
How to find the cheapest flights from Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)
$615 is the best price for a one-way Benito Juarez International Airport to Zurich Airport flight. A return flight starts at $1,242. These prices may change based on availability and demand.
It's a good idea to book in advance if you're looking for cheap tickets from MEX to ZRH. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the lowest price across every month when looking for your flight from Benito Juarez International Airport to Zurich Airport.
You don't need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment there's a better deal on cheap flights from MEX to ZRH.
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Handy information about Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
Benito Juarez International Airport maintains a strong on-time performance, so you're less likely to experience disruptions. Departures from MEX land at their destination as scheduled 80.91% of the time.
Central Mexico City to Benito Juarez International Airport is around 8 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 25 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Expect a trip time of around 55 minutes when using public transport.
Have an early flight from Benito Juarez International Airport to Zurich Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays near MEX:
Arriving at Zurich Airport (ZRH)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Benito Juarez International Airport to Zurich Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near ZRH instead:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Zurich Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Alamo, Europcar or Green Motion to explore Zurich and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Zurich Airport about two weeks in advance can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to central Zurich
Zurich Airport to the centre of Zurich has a drive time of around 20 minutes. It's approximately 13 kilometres away.
It typically takes 1 hour 35 minutes to get there by public transport.
When to fly to Zurich Airport (ZRH)
July is the busiest month for flights from Benito Juarez International Airport to Zurich Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, travel to Zurich in January.
Book your flight from Benito Juarez International Airport to Zurich Airport for July if you'd like to go to Zurich during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 10ºC (50ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between -6ºC (21ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF). Search for cheap tickets from MEX to ZRH sometime then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Switzerland
Zurich has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of Switzerland you'll want to see. Around 72 kilometres west of Zurich, a visit to Basel will keep you on the move. Check out popular attractions like Basel Minster, Bistro Kunstmuseum Basel and Rhine River Cruises.
Bern is another essential stop in Switzerland and is around 97 kilometres south-west of Zurich. No journey is complete without dropping by Old Town Bern, Zytglogge and Bern Cathedral.