Travelling from Minneapolis to Mexico City: what you need to know
Minneapolis's main base, Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP), is where countless awesome holidays begin. Explore the departure options from here when searching for a flight from Minneapolis to Mexico City.
When choosing where to land in Mexico City, Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) and Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU) are the chief entry points.
Around 4 hours 40 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct Minneapolis to Mexico City flight.
The timezone in Mexico City is UTC-6, which is one hour behind Minneapolis.
Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) to Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) is the most traveled route that connects these two cities. There are seven flights a week to pick from. If you prefer starting your day later, the last flight from Minneapolis to Mexico City is with Delta Air Lines at 09:18. Go for the first MSP to MEX departure operated by Delta Air Lines at 08:53 to make the most of your first day in Mexico City.
To ensure you catch your Minneapolis to Mexico City flight, leave enough time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
If you're getting away during a peak month like July, arrive at the terminal even earlier. It's wise to arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures. Security lines will be longer during holiday periods like Christmas, New Year and spring break.
How to find the cheapest flights from Minneapolis to Mexico City
Currently, $433 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Minneapolis to Mexico City. The cheapest price for a return flight is $753. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To secure cheap Minneapolis to Mexico City flights, book your trip one month before your departure.
The best month for picking up cheap plane tickets from Minneapolis to Mexico City is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare all available prices, then select the dates with the lowest fares.
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Flying from Minneapolis
Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP)
Depart from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) on a nonstop flight from Minneapolis to Mexico City. From MSP, you can fly straight to Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX).
Delta Air Lines is a popular carrier that offers direct Minneapolis to Mexico City plane tickets from MSP.
We make it a cinch to book a Minneapolis to Mexico City flight with a stopover. To see all your options departing from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Major stopovers include:
Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport (PVR)
Cancun International Airport (CUN)
Mazatlan International Airport (MZT)
MSP is around 11 kilometres from central Minneapolis. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be around 25 minutes.
Want a convenient hotel close to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Minneapolis to Mexico City, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport, 77.37% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
You'll find MSP at 6040 28th Avenue South.
Arriving in Mexico City
Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) to central Mexico City takes about 25 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 6 kilometres away.
Getting to the centre by public transport typically takes 55 minutes.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Minneapolis to Mexico City. Stay at one of these accommodation options near MEX instead:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Benito Juarez International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from INFINITY RENT, MEX or America and venture far and wide through Mexico City and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Benito Juarez International Airport about four weeks in advance can help you secure the lowest rate.
Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU)
Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU) is around 32 kilometres from the centre of Mexico City. Once you've hopped off your flight from Minneapolis to Mexico City, it takes approximately 55 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
You can expect the trip to take approximately 1 hour 45 minutes on public transport.
You'll find some comfortable accommodation options within a short drive of NLU. Ease into relaxation mode at Holiday Inn & Suites Mexico Felipe Angeles Airport after your Minneapolis to Mexico City flight.
The fastest way to get to where you're going is with a Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Europcar, MEX or Keddy By Europcar and be on your way in a flash.
Get the lowest price by securing 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 most popular month for flights from Minneapolis to Mexico City. To steer clear of the crowds, head to Mexico City in April.
Lock in a Minneapolis to Mexico City ticket departing in April if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Mexico City to range from 10ºC (50ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from Minneapolis to Mexico City in January when temperatures average between 6ºC (43ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF).
More about Mexico City
Start your Mexico City trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Minneapolis to Mexico City, explore our selection of accommodation options including:
All great holidays should include a little sightseeing. Zocalo, Chapultepec Park and National Museum of Anthropology are essential stops on your Mexico City itinerary.
Explore more of Mexico
Mexico City has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of Mexico just waiting to be explored. About 21 kilometres north-east of Mexico City, a visit to Ecatepec de Morelos will keep you on the move. Start with leading sights like 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.