Travelling from Colombo to Mexico City: what you need to know
Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) is Colombo's main airport. Check out your options for booking a flight from Colombo to Mexico City departing from here.
When it comes to choosing where to land in Mexico City, Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) and Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU) are the major entry points.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your Colombo to Mexico City flight.
If you're travelling during a major holiday or other peak period, give yourself extra time. A good general rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Lines at check-in and security will be longer.
How to find the cheapest flights from Colombo to Mexico City
Booking ahead of time is often the key to scoring a cheap Colombo to Mexico City flight. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the nearer your departure date, the more you'll likely pay.
Getting cheap plane tickets from Colombo to Mexico City is easy if you're flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest prices across the month and score a fantastic deal.
Save time searching for cheap flights from Colombo to Mexico City by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Tailor your trip using filters. Select your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' Colombo to Mexico City flights.
Flying from Colombo
Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
We make it easy to book a Colombo to Mexico City flight with a stopover. To see all the options departing from Bandaranaike International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to see the sights of your chosen city. Some popular stopovers include:
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
CMB is about 27 kilometres from central Colombo. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 40 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour 30 minutes.
Want a handy hotel close to Bandaranaike International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Colombo to Mexico City, these accommodation options will have you moments from check-in:
Of all flights leaving Bandaranaike International Airport, 75.71% arrive on time at their destination.
Arriving in Mexico City
Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) is approximately 6 kilometres from the centre of Mexico City. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes around 25 minutes.
It typically takes 55 minutes to get there on public transport.
Consider staying in a hotel near MEX if you have a late flight from Colombo to Mexico City. Pick one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Benito Juarez International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from INFINITY RENT, MEX or America and explore beyond Mexico City's main sights.
Reserving your ride from Benito Juarez International Airport around four weeks ahead can help you secure the lowest rate.
Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU)
After your flight from Colombo to Mexico City has landed, 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).
Travelling by public transport will take around 1 hour 45 minutes.
You'll find some comfortable places to rest your head within a quick drive of NLU. Ease into relaxation mode at Holiday Inn & Suites Mexico Felipe Angeles Airport after your Colombo to Mexico City flight.
Forget about public transport schedules or waiting in a long cab line. Grab a Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport rental car and go in any direction that inspires you. Compare availability and rates from Europcar, MEX and Keddy By Europcar.
Snap up the best price by booking your ride from NLU one week in advance. You'll also have access to a wider range of vehicles.
Best time to go to Mexico City
April is the quietest month for flights from Colombo to Mexico City, while July is the busiest. Pick the best time to visit Mexico City based on whether you want a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Book a Colombo to Mexico City ticket departing in April if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Mexico City to range from 10ºC to 28ºC.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from Colombo to Mexico City in January when temperatures average between 6ºC and 23ºC.
More about Mexico City
After booking your flight from Colombo 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:
Zocalo and Chapultepec Park are a couple of top attractions to add to your Mexico City to-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at National Museum of Anthropology.
Explore more of Mexico
You've seen Mexico City, now it's time to explore more of Mexico. Journey around 21 kilometres north-east to Ecatepec de Morelos to check off its leading attractions. From Grupo Scout 360 Aztlan to mirador del Valle Park and Kinder casanueva, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Guadalajara is another well-known destination in Mexico and is around 467 kilometres west of Mexico City. No journey is complete without visiting Guadalajara Cathedral, Teatro Degollado and Portales Tlaquepaque Park.
