Travelling from Valley International Airport (HRL) to Mexico City: what you need to know
Valley International Airport is located in Harlingen. Based in the UTC-6 timezone, Mexico City is one hour behind Harlingen.
Leave plenty of time to get on your HRL to Mexico City flight. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Longer lines at check-in and security are more likely if you're heading away during high season, so give yourself some extra wiggle room. A good general rule for peak periods? Arrive up to four hours early for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your journey and possibly even explore another city. When browsing for flight tickets from HRL to Mexico City, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Here are some options to consider:
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
Cancun International Airport (CUN)
Central Harlingen to HRL is around 5 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 10 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Booked an early flight from Valley International Airport to Mexico City? Stay somewhere close to HRL, like Pool and Hot Tub Lakefront Harlingen Home. Pool and Game Room Waterfront Harlingen Home will also have you moments from your departure gate.
Valley International Airport has an excellent on-time performance, reducing your chances of a delayed flight. Departures from HRL arrive at their destination as scheduled 82.44% of the time.
The address for HRL is 3002 Heritage Way.
How to find the cheapest flights from Valley International Airport (HRL) to Mexico City
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Valley International Airport to Mexico City flight is Rs90,733. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs174,039. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to land cheap flights from HRL to Mexico City if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some great early bird discounts.
Landing cheap tickets from Valley International Airport to Mexico City is more likely if you're flexible with your travel dates. Try using the 'Whole month' function to get the lowest prices across the month and snap up an incredible deal.
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Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Valley International Airport to Mexico City by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best.'
Airports in Mexico City
Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) to central Mexico City takes about 25 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 8 kilometres away.
Travelling to the centre by public transport takes around 55 minutes.
Think about booking a hotel near MEX if you have a late flight from Valley International Airport to Mexico City. Select one of these accommodation options and make your first night all about catching up on rest:
Travel at your own pace with a Benito Juarez International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from INFINITY RENT, MEX or America and venture far and wide through Mexico City and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, book your vehicle from Benito Juarez International Airport around four weeks in advance of your flight from HRL to Mexico City.
Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU)
Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU) is about 40 kilometres from the centre of Mexico City. After your flight from Valley International Airport to Mexico City, it'll take you around 55 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
If you're catching public transport, it'll take about 1 hour 45 minutes.
Settle in and unpack not long after your HRL to Mexico City flight at Verticca Hotel. This comfortable accommodation option is an easy drive from NLU.
Forget about inconvenient public transport timetables or slow-moving cab lines. Grab 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 ahead of time often means better deals and a bigger choice of vehicles.
Best time to go to Mexico City
Before booking your flights from Valley International Airport to Mexico City, consider which time of year works best for you. Peak season in Mexico City offers a bustling atmosphere and plenty of activities, while the low season means you'll get better deals on hotels and smaller crowds.
Lock in a Valley International Airport to Mexico City flight ticket with a departure in April if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 10ºC to 28ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from HRL to Mexico City in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 6ºC and 23ºC on average.
More about Mexico City
Start your Mexico City trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Valley International Airport to Mexico City, check out our range of accommodation options including:
Chapultepec Park and Zocalo are just the start of the popular attractions to put on your Mexico City itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at National Museum of Anthropology.
Explore more of Mexico
You've visited Mexico City, now it's time to explore other parts of Mexico. Travel around 467 kilometres west to Guadalajara to tick off its leading sights. From Teatro Degollado to Portales Tlaquepaque Park and Zoologico Guadalajara, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Around 105 kilometres south-east of Mexico City, Puebla is another favourite stop in Mexico. No visit is complete without checking out Mirador de Los Fuertes, Cuexcomate and Street of Candies.
