Travelling from Mexico City Juarez International Airport (MEX) to Istanbul Airport (IST): what you need to know
Istanbul is nine hours ahead of Mexico City and is in the UTC+3 timezone.
Your MEX to IST flight won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
Travelling during a peak time like June? Major public holidays and other high seasons can result in longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
If you want to split up your journey, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Mexico City Juarez International Airport to Istanbul Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between MEX and IST:
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London Heathrow Airport
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How to find the cheapest flights from Mexico City Juarez International Airport (MEX) to Istanbul Airport (IST)
Rs116,112 is the best price for a one-way Mexico City Juarez International Airport to Istanbul Airport flight. A return flight starts from Rs226,691. These prices may change depending on availability.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from MEX to IST if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some terrific early bird discounts.
Getting cheap flights from Mexico City Juarez International Airport to Istanbul Airport is easier if you can be flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest fares across every month and score a great deal.
There's no need to check back in every day to find out if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as there's a change in price on cheap flights from MEX to IST.
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Handy information about Mexico City Juarez International Airport (MEX)
Mexico City Juarez International Airport earns top marks for its on-time performance. 84% of flights that take off from MEX reach their destination on time.
Central Mexico City to Mexico City Juarez International Airport is approximately 13 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 30 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing.
Expect a journey time of roughly 40 minutes when using public transport.
Searching for a handy hotel near MEX? If you're boarding an early flight from Mexico City Juarez International Airport to Istanbul Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
Arriving at Istanbul Airport (IST)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Mexico City Juarez International Airport to Istanbul Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near IST instead:
Hit the road running by picking up a Istanbul Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Hit, Avec car rentals or Eren Rent a Car and explore beyond Istanbul's main sights.
Reserving your vehicle from Istanbul Airport around two weeks ahead can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Istanbul Airport (IST) to central Istanbul
Istanbul Airport is roughly 40 kilometres from the centre of Istanbul. The drive time takes around 45 minutes.
Travelling by public transport takes roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
When to fly to Istanbul Airport (IST)
The quietest month for a flight from Mexico City Juarez International Airport to Istanbul Airport is March, while August is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to visit Istanbul based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Istanbul is July, with the temperature ranging between 21ºC and 30ºC. Book your flights from Mexico City Juarez International Airport to Istanbul Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
January has average temperatures of between 2ºC and 11ºC. Look for cheap tickets from MEX to IST sometime around then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)
Istanbul has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of Türkiye (Turkey) just waiting to be explored. About 354 kilometres east of Istanbul, a visit to Ankara will keep you on the go. Start with popular sights like The Roman Theatre, Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Museum of Anatolian Civilizations.
Izmir is another favourite destination in Türkiye (Turkey) and is around 322 kilometres south-west of Istanbul. No trip is complete without experiencing Aegean Coast, Smyrna Basilika and Ataturk Konak Square.