Flying from Frankfurt to Mexico City: what you need to know
Start your holiday planning by considering where you'll board your flight from Frankfurt to Mexico City. Frankfurt Airport (FRA) and Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN) are Frankfurt's main airports.
Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) and Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU) are Mexico City's major gateways.
The average duration of a direct Frankfurt to Mexico City flight is 12 hours 5 minutes.
Mexico City is seven hours behind Frankfurt and observes the UTC-6 timezone.
With seven flights a week between the two airports, Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) is the most popular route. Hop on the earliest flight from Frankfurt to Mexico City with Lufthansa at 13:35. If you prefer to make the most of your day before taking off, the last departure from FRA to MEX is with Lufthansa at 13:40.
Leave enough time to get on your Frankfurt to Mexico City flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak time like April? Public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from Frankfurt to Mexico City
Lock in cheap Frankfurt to Mexico City flights by booking two months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
Plan your trip for May. That's the best month for scoring a great bargain on plane tickets from Frankfurt to Mexico City. If you're open to different travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across each month.
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Flying from Frankfurt
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
You can book a direct flight from Frankfurt to Mexico City taking off from Frankfurt Airport (FRA). Begin your trip at FRA and arrive at Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX).
Lock in your Frankfurt to Mexico City plane tickets with Lufthansa. This carrier is a top pick for direct flights from FRA.
We make it a cinch to find a Frankfurt to Mexico City flight with a stopover. To see the options departing from Frankfurt Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply pick a flight with a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Top stopovers include:
Cancun International Airport (CUN)
Los Cabos International Airport (SJD)
El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
The journey from central Frankfurt to FRA takes about 35 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 11 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Need a handy hotel close to Frankfurt Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Frankfurt to Mexico City, these accommodation options will have you sleeping nice and close to your departure gate:
67.47% of flights that take off from Frankfurt Airport touch down at their destination on time.
Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN)
Consider adding a stop at Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN). It's a key stopover on a Frankfurt to Mexico City flight departing Frankfurt - Hahn Airport. Use a longer layover to explore the city, or take advantage of a short break to grab a bite to eat at the airport.
HHN is around 105 kilometres from central Frankfurt. It'll take you 1 hour 30 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 2 hours 40 minutes.
You're off on holiday, so why not extend it with an additional night away? Think about staying at one of these accommodation options near Frankfurt - Hahn Airport the day before your flight from Frankfurt to Mexico City:
53.13% of flights departing Frankfurt - Hahn Airport make it to their destination as expected.
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 takes about 25 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It typically takes 55 minutes to get there when travelling by public transport.
If you have a late flight from Frankfurt to Mexico City, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these hotels near MEX:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Benito Juarez International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from INFINITY RENT, MEX or America and discover more of Mexico City and beyond.
Lock in the best rate by booking your vehicle from Benito Juarez International Airport about four weeks ahead of your trip.
Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU)
Central Mexico City is located around 32 kilometres from Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU). As soon as your flight from Frankfurt to Mexico City has touched down and you've navigated your way to arrivals, the drive should be around 55 minutes.
Travelling by public transport will take about 1 hour 45 minutes.
You'll find some welcoming places to rest your head just a quick drive from NLU. Switch to relaxation mode at Holiday Inn & Suites Mexico Felipe Angeles Airport after your Frankfurt to Mexico City flight.
Forget about inconvenient public transport timetables or cab lines. Pick up a Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport rental car and take your trip in whatever direction you choose. Check out the rates and availability from Europcar, MEX and Keddy By Europcar.
Get the pick of the lot. Securing your ride from NLU one week in advance often means better prices and a greater range of vehicles.
Best time to go to Mexico City
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Frankfurt to Mexico City. July is the most popular month for a trip to Mexico City. If you prefer a more relaxed vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Mexico City is April, with temperatures ranging between 10ºC and 28ºC. Lock in your Frankfurt to Mexico City ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
Look for cheap flights from Frankfurt to Mexico City in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 6ºC and 23ºC on average.
More about Mexico City
Start your Mexico City trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Frankfurt to Mexico City, check out our selection of accommodation options including:
Every great holiday has to include a little sightseeing. Zocalo, Chapultepec Park and National Museum of Anthropology are essential stops on your Mexico City itinerary.
Explore more of Mexico
Ecatepec de Morelos is just one of the many cities in Mexico waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Mexico City. Around 21 kilometres to the north-east, popular attractions include Grupo Scout 360 Aztlan, mirador del Valle Park and Kinder casanueva.
Guadalajara is another must-experience destination in Mexico and is around 467 kilometres west of Mexico City. No journey is complete without dropping by Guadalajara Cathedral, Teatro Degollado and Portales Tlaquepaque Park.
