Travelling from Atlanta to Mexico City: what you need to know
Planning your holiday begins with working out where you'll fly out of in Atlanta. Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) is the city's main airport, so explore your options for booking a flight from Atlanta to Mexico City departing from here.
Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) and Felipe Ángeles International Airport (NLU) are Mexico City's chief entry points.
Around 3 hours 50 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct Atlanta to Mexico City flight.
Mexico City's timezone is UTC-6, making Mexico City two hours behind Atlanta.
With 35 flights a week between the two airports, Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) to Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) is the busiest route. Board the first flight from Atlanta to Mexico City with Delta Air Lines at 08:05. If you prefer to make the most of your day before leaving, the latest departure from ATL to MEX is with Delta Air Lines at 20:13.
To ensure you don't miss your Atlanta to Mexico City flight, leave plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule to follow.
Travelling over a peak time like July? School holidays and other high seasons can mean longer lines at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Atlanta to Mexico City
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Atlanta to Mexico City is Rs30,139. For a return flight on this route, the best price is Rs76,054. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares can change.
Book two months before you want to fly. Pricing trends show that this is the ideal window for finding cheap Atlanta to Mexico City flights.
May is the best month for scoring an amazing deal on a plane ticket from Atlanta to Mexico City. If you want to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for every month.
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Flying from Atlanta
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
You can get a direct flight from Atlanta to Mexico City leaving from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL). Start your trip at ATL and come in for landing at Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX).
Delta Air Lines is a leading airline that offers direct Atlanta to Mexico City plane tickets from ATL.
Consider adding a stopover to possibly find a cheaper Atlanta to Mexico City flight. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport. Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular options:
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
Cancun International Airport (CUN)
Located around 13 kilometres from the centre of Atlanta, ATL can be reached in about 15 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport is roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
Want a handy hotel near Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Atlanta to Mexico City, these stays will have you moments from your departure gate:
When it comes to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport's on-time performance, 76.64% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
You'll find ATL at 6000 N Terminal Parkway.
Arriving in Mexico City
Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) to central Mexico City takes around 25 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 6 kilometres away.
Getting there by public transport typically takes 55 minutes.
Consider booking a hotel near MEX if you have a late flight from Atlanta to Mexico City. Choose one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Travel at your own speed with a Benito Juarez International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from INFINITY RENT, MEX or America and find adventure across Mexico City and beyond.
Lock in the best deal by reserving your ride from Benito Juarez International Airport around four weeks before your departure date.
Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU)
Central Mexico City is around 32 kilometres from Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU). After your flight from Atlanta to Mexico City has landed and you've navigated your way to arrivals, the drive should take about 55 minutes.
If you hop on public transport, the journey will take you 1 hour 45 minutes or so.
You'll find some comfortable places to stay just a short drive from NLU. Ease into relaxation mode at Holiday Inn & Suites Mexico Felipe Angeles Airport after your Atlanta to Mexico City flight.
The quickest way to get to where you're going is with a Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Europcar, MEX or Keddy By Europcar and hit the road in a heartbeat.
Snap up a deal by reserving 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
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Atlanta to Mexico City. July is the most popular month to travel to Mexico City. If you prefer a more peaceful vibe, go in April.
Before locking in your Atlanta to Mexico City tickets, consider the type of weather you enjoy. April is the warmest month in Mexico City, with temperatures ranging from 10ºC to 28ºC.
January has average temperatures of between 6ºC and 23ºC. Look for cheap flights from Atlanta to Mexico City around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Mexico City
After booking your flight from Atlanta to Mexico City, take your pick from prime hotels that put you close to the action. Make one of these options your base for exploring Mexico City:
Zocalo and Chapultepec Park are just two of the big attractions to put on your Mexico City itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to National Museum of Anthropology.
Explore more of Mexico
Ecatepec de Morelos is just one of the many places in Mexico waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Mexico City. Around 21 kilometres to the north-east, check out popular attractions including Grupo Scout 360 Aztlan, mirador del Valle Park and Kinder casanueva.
Around 467 kilometres west of Mexico City, Guadalajara is another favourite stop in Mexico. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Guadalajara Cathedral, Teatro Degollado and Portales Tlaquepaque Park.