Flying from The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID) to Mexico City: what you need to know
Cedar Rapids (the location of The Eastern Iowa Airport) and Mexico City are in the same timezone — UTC-6.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your CID to Mexico City flight. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak time such as March? Public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines and delays at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to break up your journey and possibly even explore a different city. When searching for plane tickets from CID to Mexico City, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Here are some options to consider:
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport (ATL)
Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport (MSP)
CID is around 11 kilometres from central Cedar Rapids. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 35 minutes.
Want a leisurely start to your trip? Stay near CID. Whether you have an early flight from The Eastern Iowa Airport to Mexico City or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are a convenient choice:
71% of flights that take off from The Eastern Iowa Airport reach their destination on time.
The address for CID is 2515 Wright Brothers Boulevard.
How to find the cheapest flights from The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID) to Mexico City
RM1,472 is currently the lowest price for a one-way The Eastern Iowa Airport to Mexico City flight. A return plane ticket starts at RM2,243. These fares may change based on demand and availability.
Booking early is often the key to locking in a cheap flight from CID to Mexico City. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the nearer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
If you have flexibility with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the cheapest price across every month when looking for a The Eastern Iowa Airport to Mexico City ticket.
Picking up a cheap flight from CID to Mexico City couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic notifications and we'll get in touch when a better deal is available.
Select your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from The Eastern Iowa Airport to Mexico City by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best.'
Airports in Mexico City
Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) to central Mexico City takes about 30 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 13 kilometres away.
It takes around 40 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from The Eastern Iowa Airport to Mexico City. Check in to one of these accommodation options near MEX instead:
Reserving your vehicle from Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport around four weeks in advance of your flight from CID to Mexico City can help you secure the lowest rate.
Mexico City Felipe Angeles International Airport (NLU)
The centre of Mexico City is around 56 kilometres from Mexico City Felipe Angeles International Airport (NLU). After your flight from The Eastern Iowa Airport to Mexico City has touched down and you've navigated your way to arrivals, expect a drive of about 55 minutes.
Travelling by public transport will take about 2 hours.
There are some fantastic places to lay your head within an easy drive of NLU. Ease into relaxation mode at Verticca Hotel after your CID to Mexico City flight.
Call dibs on the best options. Securing your ride from NLU one week ahead of time often means better deals and a wider selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Mexico City
September is the busiest month for flights from The Eastern Iowa Airport to Mexico City. To steer clear of the crowds, head to Mexico City in November.
Before booking a The Eastern Iowa Airport to Mexico City plane ticket, think about the weather you're most comfortable in. May is the warmest month in Mexico City, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC (54ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from CID to Mexico City in January when temperatures average between 6ºC (43ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF).
More about Mexico City
After booking your flight from The Eastern Iowa Airport to Mexico City, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these options your base for exploring Mexico City:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be tricky to know where to begin. Historic Centre (Centro Historico), Zócalo and Basilica of Our Lady of Guadalupe are popular attractions which should be on any well-planned Mexico City itinerary.
Explore more of Mexico
You've seen Mexico City, now it's time to explore other parts of Mexico. Travel around 467 kilometres west to Guadalajara to tick off its popular sights. From Guadalajara Cathedral to Temple of Our Lady of Guadalupe and Mural Gigante FRIDA KHALO, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Puebla is another must-experience destination in Mexico and is around 105 kilometres southeast of Mexico City. No trip is complete without seeing Zócalo de Puebla, Temple of Our Lady of Guadalupe and Centro Histórico de Puebla.
