Travelling from Philadelphia to Mexico City: what you need to know
Philadelphia's main base, Philadelphia International Airport (PHL), is where many great holidays begin. Explore the departure options from here when planning your flight from Philadelphia to Mexico City.
Hop off your plane in Mexico City at Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) or Felipe Ángeles International Airport (NLU).
Hop on a direct Philadelphia to Mexico City flight and you'll be flying for an average of 4 hours 55 minutes.
Mexico City's timezone is UTC-6, which makes Mexico City two hours behind Philadelphia.
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) is the most popular route that connects these two cities. There are six flights a week to pick from. If you prefer a later start to the day, the last flight from Philadelphia to Mexico City is with Aeromexico at 10:02. Choose the first PHL to MEX departure operated by Aeromexico at 09:02 to make the most of your first day in Mexico City.
Give yourself enough time to catch your Philadelphia to Mexico City flight. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
How to find the cheapest flights from Philadelphia to Mexico City
To score cheap Philadelphia to Mexico City flights, book your trip two months ahead of your departure.
May is the best month for nabbing a fantastic deal on a plane ticket from Philadelphia to Mexico City. If you need to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for each month.
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Flying from Philadelphia
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
If you're after a direct flight from Philadelphia to Mexico City, you can depart from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL). Travel from PHL to Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) without any stops.
Lock in your Philadelphia to Mexico City plane tickets with Aeromexico. This airline is a popular choice for direct flights from PHL.
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to take a travel break — and maybe even visit a new city. When searching for Philadelphia to Mexico City flights departing from Philadelphia International Airport, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Here are some options to consider:
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Located around 11 kilometres from central Philadelphia, PHL can be reached in about 15 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport is roughly 45 minutes.
Want a hassle-free start to your holiday? Stay near Philadelphia International Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Philadelphia to Mexico City or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
When it comes to Philadelphia International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 78.93% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
You'll find PHL at 8500 Essington Ave.
Arriving in Mexico City
Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
The distance from Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) to central Mexico City is roughly 6 kilometres. It'll take you about 25 minutes to reach the centre driving.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of about 55 minutes.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Philadelphia to Mexico City. Reserve one of these accommodation options near MEX instead:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Benito Juarez International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from INFINITY RENT, MEX or America and experience the lesser-explored corners of Mexico City and beyond.
Lock in the best deal by booking your ride from Benito Juarez International Airport around four weeks ahead of your departure.
Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU)
As soon as your flight from Philadelphia to Mexico City has arrived, you can reach the city centre in around 55 minutes by car. Central Mexico City is roughly 32 kilometres from Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU).
If you're catching public transport, it'll take around 1 hour 45 minutes.
Holiday Inn & Suites Mexico Felipe Angeles Airport is one accommodation option within an easy drive of NLU. Settle in here after your flight from Philadelphia to Mexico City and then hang the 'Do not disturb' sign to enjoy some uninterrupted rest.
Forget about inconvenient public transport timetables or long cab lines. Grab a Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport rental car and blaze your own trail. Check out the rates and availability from Europcar, MEX and Keddy By Europcar.
Get what you want, not just what's left over. Reserving 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
July is the busiest month for flights from Philadelphia to Mexico City. To travel when it's less crowded, visit Mexico City in April.
Book a Philadelphia to Mexico City ticket departing in April if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Mexico City to range from 10ºC (50ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 6ºC (43ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF). Look for cheap flights from Philadelphia to Mexico City around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
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 Philadelphia to Mexico City, browse our selection of hotels including:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be tricky to work out where to start. Zocalo, Chapultepec Park and National Museum of Anthropology are major attractions which should feature on any good Mexico City itinerary.
Explore more of Mexico
You've done Mexico City, now it's time to discover other corners of Mexico. Travel about 21 kilometres north-east to Ecatepec de Morelos to tick off its leading attractions. From Grupo Scout 360 Aztlan to mirador del Valle Park and Kinder casanueva, there's plenty to keep you busy.
If you're interested in discovering another corner of Mexico, consider Guadalajara, roughly 467 kilometres west of Mexico City. Guadalajara Cathedral, Teatro Degollado and Portales Tlaquepaque Park are among its highlights.