Cheap Flights from Sydney (SYD) to Mexico City (MEXA)

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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Sydney to Mexico City? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Sydney to Mexico City flights are currently cheapest in August.

Alternative Sydney to Mexico City routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Sydney to Mexico City? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Sydney to Mexico City: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$1,603
Cheapest month to flyAugust

Finding cheap flights from Sydney to Mexico City: Frequently asked questions

There are 3 airports in Mexico City: Mexico City Juarez International, Felipe Angeles International and Toluca.
The best price we found for a return flight from Sydney to Mexico City is $1,603. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Sydney to Mexico City. But we found flights with one or more stops from $1,603.
As of May 2025, there are no flights flying from Sydney to Mexico City.
The cheapest month to fly from Sydney to Mexico City is usually May 2025.
If you're flying from Sydney Airport, the cheapest airport near Mexico City is Mexico City Juarez International – which is 6.4 km away from the centre of Mexico City. We've found flights into this airport from $1,603.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Sydney Airport to Mexico City on Wednesday, 20 August 2025.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Sydney Airport and Mexico City. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Mexico City but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Mexico City is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In May, the average temperature is usually around 18°C. June is typically the warmest month in Mexico City, when it usually averages around 24°C. You can expect the least rain in December. The coldest month is December, with temperatures averaging 5°C. The rainiest month is September.
Currently, United offers the cheapest flight tickets to Mexico City.

Flying from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Mexico City: what you need to know

  • Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport is located in Sydney. Based in the UTC-6 timezone, Mexico City is 17 hours behind Sydney.

  • For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your flight from SYD to Mexico City.

  • During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight when you fly during peak periods in general.

  • Think about adding a stopover to possibly find a cheaper flight from SYD to Mexico City. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing the departures. Take a pause at one of these airports:

    • George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)

    • Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)

    • Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)

  • If you hold a passport from Australia and plan to travel to Mexico for tourism purposes, you won't need a visa. However, entry and visa requirements may differ based on your reason for visiting and can be subject to change. For the most up-to-date information, contact your destination's nearest embassy or consulate before reserving a cheap ticket from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Mexico City.

  • Travelling from central Sydney to SYD takes around 27 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 18 kilometres in 21 minutes or so, depending on traffic.

  • In search of a convenient hotel near SYD? If you've booked an early flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Mexico City, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure gate:

How to find the cheapest flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Mexico City

  • $707 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Mexico City. Return flights start from $1,603. These prices may change depending on availability and demand.

  • It's usually best to book ahead of time if you want to find cheap tickets from SYD to Mexico City. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.

  • The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest tickets from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Mexico City across the entire month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.

  • Set up a Price Alert for flight tickets from SYD to Mexico City. You don't need to check back in every day to find out if prices have dropped. We'll let you know as soon as the price changes.

  • Use the filters to tailor your flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Mexico City. Simply enter your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.

Airports in Mexico City

Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)

  • Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) to the centre of Mexico City takes about 24 minutes by car. It's approximately 8 kilometres away.

  • It typically takes 57 minutes to get there using public transport.

  • The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Mexico City. Stay at one of these accommodation options near MEX instead:

Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU)

  • Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU) is around 40 kilometres from central Mexico City. Once you've disembarked your flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Mexico City, it'll take you around 55 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.

  • You can expect the trip to take approximately 1 hour and 46 minutes on public transport.

  • There are some welcoming places to rest your head within a quick drive of NLU. Shift into relaxation gear at Villa Granada after your flight from SYD to Mexico City.

Best time to go to Mexico City

  • July is the most popular month to catch a flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Mexico City while April is the quietest. To work out the best time to go to Mexico City, consider the pace you like to travel at.

  • Book your flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Mexico City for April to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 10ºC to 28ºC.

  • If you like cooler conditions, lock in a cheap flight from SYD to Mexico City in January when temperatures average between 6ºC and 23ºC.

More about Mexico City

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