Travelling from Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) to Tokyo: what you need to know
The timezone in Tokyo is UTC+9. The city is 15 hours ahead of Mexico City, where Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport is located.
The most popular route is from Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) to Tokyo Narita International Airport (NRT). Take your pick of seven weekly services between these two airports. ANA offers a 00:50 departure between MEX and NRT.
Leave plenty of time to catch your MEX to Tokyo flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a popular month such as September? Public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
You can book a direct Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport to Tokyo ticket. Start your trip at MEX and land at Tokyo Narita International Airport (NRT).
ANA is a popular carrier that operates direct flights from Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport to Tokyo.
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to take a break from travelling and maybe even explore another city. When searching for plane tickets from MEX to Tokyo, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Popular options include:
Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
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MEX is around 6 kilometres from central Mexico City. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 40 minutes.
Want a stress-free start to your travels? Stay near MEX. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport to Tokyo or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are all about convenience:
Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport scores high marks for its on-time performance. 84% of flights that depart MEX land on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) to Tokyo
Rs141,578 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport to Tokyo flight. A return ticket right now is Rs261,928. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares could change.
Book four months before your departure date. Pricing trends show that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from MEX to Tokyo.
The best month for finding cheap Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport to Tokyo tickets is September. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare all available prices, then choose the dates offering the lowest fares.
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Airports in Tokyo
Tokyo Haneda International Airport (HND)
Tokyo Haneda International Airport (HND) to the centre of Tokyo takes around 25 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 19 kilometres away.
It'll take around 30 minutes when travelling by public transport.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport to Tokyo, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these hotels near HND:
Lock in the best rate by booking your vehicle from Tokyo Haneda International Airport around three weeks in advance of your flight from MEX to Tokyo.
HND is located at 3丁目 Hanedakuko, Ota.
Tokyo Narita International Airport (NRT)
Tokyo Narita International Airport (NRT) is roughly 56 kilometres from the centre of Tokyo. Once you've disembarked your flight from Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport to Tokyo, it'll take you around 1 hour 5 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or taxi.
The journey will take roughly 1 hour on public transport.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel close to NRT. Here are a few options where you can check in after your MEX to Tokyo flight:
Lock in the best price by securing your ride from NRT four weeks in advance. You'll also have access to a greater selection of vehicles.
Tokyo Narita International Airport can be found at 成田空港第2PTB(バス), Narita.
Best time to go to Tokyo
March is the busiest month for flights from Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport to Tokyo. To escape the crowds, head to Tokyo in December.
Lock in a Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport to Tokyo plane ticket with a departure in August if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 23ºC to 29ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from MEX to Tokyo in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 9ºC and 15ºC on average.
More about Tokyo
Start your Tokyo trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport to Tokyo, browse our selection of accommodation options including:
Sensho-ji and Tokyo Skytree are just a couple of the popular attractions to add to your Tokyo itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Ginza Central Street.
Explore more of Japan
You've visited Tokyo, now it's time to discover more of Japan. Travel about 402 kilometres west to Osaka to tick off its popular sights. From Dotonbori to Osaka Castle and Universal Studios Japan, there's plenty to keep you busy.
If you're interested in discovering another great destination in Japan, head for Nagoya, roughly 257 kilometres west of Tokyo. Nagoya Castle, Ninomaru Garden and Sky Promenade are key highlights.
