Travelling from Mexico City to Rome: what you need to know
There are two main airports you can take off from in Mexico City. Check out your options leaving from Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) or Felipe Ángeles International Airport (NLU) when planning your flight from Mexico City to Rome.
Touch down in Rome at Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) or Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA).
The average length of a direct Mexico City to Rome flight is 11 hours 50 minutes.
Rome's timezone is UTC+1, which makes Rome seven hours ahead of Mexico City.
With five flights a week between the two airports, Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) is the busiest route. Hop on the first flight from Mexico City to Rome with Aeromexico at 19:25. If you prefer to get more out of your day before jetting off, the last flight from MEX to FCO is with Aeromexico at 21:05.
Give yourself plenty of time to get on your Mexico City to Rome flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak month like July? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Mexico City to Rome
To snag cheap Mexico City to Rome flights, reserve your trip two months before your departure.
May is the best month for picking up an amazing deal on a plane ticket from Mexico City to Rome. If you need to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices across every month.
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Flying from Mexico City
Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
Jet off from Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) on a nonstop flight from Mexico City to Rome. From MEX, you can land directly at Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO).
Look out for promotions with Aeromexico. This airline offers direct Mexico City to Rome plane tickets from MEX.
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your journey — and maybe even explore a different city. When browsing Mexico City to Rome flights leaving from Benito Juarez International Airport, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Here are some options to consider:
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
Located around 6 kilometres from central Mexico City, MEX can be reached in about 25 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport takes roughly 55 minutes.
Want a hassle-free start to your holiday? Stay near Benito Juarez International Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Mexico City to Rome or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
80.91% of flights leaving Benito Juarez International Airport reach their destination according to schedule. With its strong on-time performance, delays are unlikely when taking off from MEX.
Felipe Ángeles International Airport (NLU)
NLU is around 32 kilometres from central Mexico City. It'll take you 55 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 45 minutes.
Getting everyone to the airport on time before your flight from Mexico City to Rome is much simpler when you stay close to Felipe Ángeles International Airport. Consider checking in to Verticca Hotel the night before you fly out.
When it comes to keeping flights on track, Felipe Ángeles International Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 68%.
Arriving in Rome
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) is approximately 23 kilometres from central Rome. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 40 minutes.
Getting there on public transport will take you roughly 50 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Mexico City to Rome, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these hotels near FCO:
Hit the road running by picking up a Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Surprice, RentSmart24 or Noleggiare and experience the lesser-explored corners of Rome and beyond.
For the best deal, book your ride from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport around three weeks ahead of your Mexico City to Rome flight.
Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA)
Once your flight from Mexico City to Rome has touched down, you can reach the city centre in about 40 minutes by car. Central Rome is roughly 14 kilometres from Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA).
If you hop on public transport, the ride to the centre will take you 1 hour 40 minutes or so.
You'll find some great places to lay your head close to CIA. Settle in and get cosy after your Mexico City to Rome flight at any of these well-located options:
The quickest way to reach your destination is with a Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from RentSmart24, Sicily by Car or Surprice and get going in the blink of an eye.
Snap up a deal by reserving your ride from CIA one week in advance. You can also expect to have a wider selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Rome
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Mexico City to Rome. August is the most popular month for a trip to Rome. If you want a more peaceful vibe, go in January.
Book a Mexico City to Rome ticket departing in August if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Rome to range from 20ºC (68ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
Look for cheap flights from Mexico City to Rome in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 2ºC (36ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF) on average.
More about Rome
After booking your flight from Mexico City to Rome, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these options your base for exploring Rome:
Every great holiday has to include a little sightseeing. Colosseum, Trevi Fountain and Roman Forum are must-visits when exploring Rome.
Explore more of Italy
Milan is just one of the many cities in Italy waiting to be explored after you've seen Rome. Around 483 kilometres to the north-west, popular attractions include Grande Museo del Duomo di Milano, Milan Cathedral and The Last Supper Museum.
Naples is another well-known destination in Italy and is around 193 kilometres south-east of Rome. No journey is complete without experiencing National Archaeological Museum, Castel dell'Ovo and Royal Palace of Naples.