Travelling from Aspen Airport (ASE) to Mexico City: what you need to know
Mexico City's timezone is UTC-6, which is the same as Aspen (the location of Aspen Airport).
For a relaxed start to your ASE to Mexico City flight, leave plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Longer lines at security and check-in are more likely if you're heading away during high season, so give yourself a bit more breathing room. A good general rule for peak times? Get there up to four hours early for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your journey and perhaps even tick off a new city. When searching for flight tickets from ASE to Mexico City, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Some popular options include:
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
ASE is around 5 kilometres from central Aspen. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 10 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 25 minutes.
Looking for a hotel close to ASE? If you've booked an early flight from Aspen Airport to Mexico City, these stays will put you moments from check-in:
56.67% of flights leaving from Aspen Airport make it to their destination on time.
The address for ASE is 233 East Airport Road.
How to find the cheapest flights from Aspen Airport (ASE) to Mexico City
RM1,646 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Aspen Airport to Mexico City flight. A round-trip ticket right now is RM2,274. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares may change.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to pick up cheap flights from ASE to Mexico City if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some great early bird rates.
Finding cheap tickets from Aspen Airport to Mexico City is easier if you're flexible with your trip dates. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to get the lowest prices across every month and pick up an epic deal.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from ASE to Mexico City by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a new low fare is offered.
Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Aspen Airport to Mexico City by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest.'
Airports in Mexico City
Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) is around 8 kilometres from the centre of Mexico City. If you're opting for a ride-share or a cab, the drive will take roughly 25 minutes.
It typically takes 55 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
Book a hotel near MEX if you have a late flight from Aspen Airport to Mexico City. Settle into one of these accommodation options and make your first night all about catching up on rest:
Go where the road takes you with a Benito Juarez International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from INFINITY RENT, MEX or America and discover more of Mexico City and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Benito Juarez International Airport around four weeks in advance of your flight from ASE to Mexico City can help you secure the lowest rate.
Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU)
After your flight from Aspen Airport to Mexico City has hit the tarmac, you can make your way to the city centre in about 55 minutes by car. Central Mexico City is roughly 40 kilometres from Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU).
The journey will take about 1 hour 45 minutes on public transport.
You'll find a few comfortable places to rest your head within an easy drive of NLU. Ease into relaxation mode at Verticca Hotel after your ASE to Mexico City flight.
Forget about inconvenient public transport schedules or cab lines. Grab a Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport rental car and let your trip unfold on your terms. Compare availability and rates from Europcar, MEX and Keddy By Europcar.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your ride from NLU one week ahead of time. You can also expect to have a greater range of vehicles.
Best time to go to Mexico City
Travel to Mexico City during peak season if you want a bustling atmosphere, but remember that prices may be higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Aspen Airport to Mexico City in the off-season when prices are cheaper and it's less crowded.
Before locking in your Aspen Airport to Mexico City flight ticket, think about the weather you're most comfortable in. April is the warmest month in Mexico City, with temperatures ranging from 10ºC (50ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from ASE to Mexico City in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 6ºC (43ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF) on average.
More about Mexico City
Start your Mexico City trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Aspen Airport to Mexico City, explore our range of hotels including:
Chapultepec Park and Zocalo are a couple of top-rated attractions to put on your Mexico City travel itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out National Museum of Anthropology.
Explore more of Mexico
Guadalajara is just one of the many cities in Mexico waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Mexico City. Around 467 kilometres away to the west, top sights here include Teatro Degollado, Portales Tlaquepaque Park and Zoologico Guadalajara.
Puebla is another must-experience destination in Mexico and is around 105 kilometres south-east of Mexico City. No trip is complete without dropping by Mirador de Los Fuertes, Cuexcomate and Street of Candies.
