Flying from Merida Airport (MID) to Puebla Airport (PBC): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Merida Airport to Puebla Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 1 hour 45 minutes.
Puebla's timezone is UTC-6, which is the same as Merida.
For a smooth 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 MID to PBC flight.
Travelling during a peak time such as April? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines and delays at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Flying into Puebla (and then seeing more of Mexico!) is a snap with Viva Aerobus. This popular airline offers direct flights from Merida Airport to Puebla Airport.
The majority of travellers choose to fly with Viva Aerobus on this route.
The carrier with the most reliable on-time arrival rate for MID to PBC flights is Viva Aerobus.
If you'd like to add a stop to your trip, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Merida Airport to Puebla Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between MID and PBC:
Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport
Guadalajara Airport
Monterrey Gen Mariano Escobedo Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Merida Airport (MID) to Puebla Airport (PBC)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Merida Airport to Puebla Airport flight is RM209. A return fare is currently RM414. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
To get cheap tickets from MID to PBC, book your journey six months before your planned departure.
Organise your trip for November. That's the cheapest month for flights from Merida Airport to Puebla Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest airfare across every month.
Landing cheap flights from MID to PBC couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch when a new deal comes up.
Secure the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Merida Airport to Puebla Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Merida Airport (MID)
Merida Airport has a strong on-time performance, so flight disruptions are less likely. Departures from MID make it to their destination as scheduled 80% of the time.
To reach Merida Airport from central Merida, it'll take about 20 minutes by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 8 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey when using public transport will take about 30 minutes.
Have an early flight from Merida Airport to Puebla Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels close to MID:
Arriving at Puebla Airport (PBC)
If you're landing on a late Merida Airport to Puebla Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these hotels near PBC:
Hit the road running by picking up a Puebla Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Firefly, Keddy By Europcar or Alamo and explore beyond Puebla's usual tourist stops.
For the best deal, reserve your vehicle from Puebla Airport about one week before travelling.
Getting from Puebla Airport (PBC) to central Puebla
From Puebla Airport, Puebla is approximately 31 kilometres away. It takes around 30 minutes to reach the centre by car.
Getting to the centre on public transport will take you roughly 50 minutes.
When to fly to Puebla Airport (PBC)
Before securing your flights from Merida Airport to Puebla Airport, think about which time of year is best for you. Peak season in Puebla offers a bustling atmosphere and plenty to do, while the off-season means you'll get cheaper hotel deals and fewer crowds.
Book your flight from Merida Airport to Puebla Airport for April if you'd like to explore Puebla during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 11ºC (52ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from MID to PBC in January. Temperatures average between 6ºC (43ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF) then.
Explore more of Mexico
Puebla has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of Mexico you'll want to see. About 105 kilometres north-west of Puebla, a trip to Mexico City will keep you on the move. Start with leading sights like Zócalo, Historic Centre (Centro Historico) and Basilica of Our Lady of Guadalupe.
If there's time to check out another side of Mexico, head for Ecatepec de Morelos, about 105 kilometres north-west of Puebla. Zoologico Zacango, Centro Ecoturistico y Educación Ambiental Sierra de Guadalupe and Botanical Garden are highlights.
