Flying from Mexico City to Dallas: what you need to know
There are a couple of main airports you can fly out of in Mexico City. Check out your options leaving from Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) or Felipe Ángeles International Airport (NLU) when searching for a flight from Mexico City to Dallas.
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) is the primary arrival point in Dallas.
Book a direct Mexico City to Dallas flight and you'll be travelling for an average of 2 hours 45 minutes.
Dallas's timezone is UTC-5, making Dallas one hour ahead of Mexico City.
With 45 flights a week between the two airports, Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) to Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) is the busiest route. Hop on the first flight from Mexico City to Dallas with American Airlines at 05:00. If you prefer to get more out of your day before leaving, the latest departure from MEX to DFW is with Aeromexico at 17:40.
To ensure you get on your Mexico City to Dallas flight, leave plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule to follow.
Be prepared for bigger queues in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
How to find the cheapest flights from Mexico City to Dallas
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Flying from Mexico City
Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
Set off from Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) on a nonstop flight from Mexico City to Dallas. From MEX, you can fly straight to Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW).
Pick from a variety of airlines that offer direct Mexico City to Dallas plane tickets out of MEX. Book your seat with one of these:
We make it easy to find a Mexico City to Dallas flight with a stopover. To see your options departing from Benito Juarez International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Popular stopovers include:
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
Gen Mariano Escobedo Airport (MTY)
MEX is around 6 kilometres from central Mexico City. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 55 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Mexico City to Dallas? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels near Benito Juarez International Airport:
Benito Juarez International Airport earns top marks for on-time performance. 80.91% of flights that take off from MEX arrive at their destination without delay.
Felipe Ángeles International Airport (NLU)
Split up your Mexico City to Dallas flight with a stop so you can recharge or cross another place off your list. Some great stopovers between Felipe Ángeles International Airport and Dallas include:
Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport (GDL)
Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport (PVR)
Manuel Crescencio Rejon International Airport (MID)
On public transport, you can travel from central Mexico City to NLU in around 1 hour 45 minutes. The airport is roughly 32 kilometres away. Driving will take you about 55 minutes.
Prepare for your flight from Mexico City to Dallas by spending the night near Felipe Ángeles International Airport. Verticca Hotel is one option where you can roll out of bed and get to the airport with time to spare.
When it comes to flight punctuality, Felipe Ángeles International Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 68%.
Arriving in Dallas
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) to central Dallas takes about 25 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 24 kilometres away.
It usually takes 1 hour to get there when travelling by public transport.
Consider booking a hotel near DFW if you have a late flight from Mexico City to Dallas. Check in to one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Pick up a Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport rental car and explore Dallas and beyond with your own set of wheels. Easirent, Europcar and Thrifty are popular providers to choose from here.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport about one week in advance of your Mexico City to Dallas flight.
DFW is situated at 2400 Aviation Dr.
Dallas Love Field Airport (DAL)
As soon as your flight from Mexico City to Dallas has hit the runway, you can make your way to the city centre in around 20 minutes by car. Central Dallas is roughly 10 kilometres from Dallas Love Field Airport (DAL).
You can expect the journey to take roughly 50 minutes on public transport.
Easirent, Thrifty and Dollar make collecting a Dallas Love Field Airport rental car quick and easy. These providers are located in or around the terminal and will have you on your way in a heartbeat.
Get the pick of the lot. Securing your ride from DAL three weeks ahead of time often means better deals and a wider selection of vehicles.
Dallas Love Field Airport is located at 8008 Cedar Springs Road.
Best time to go to Dallas
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Mexico City to Dallas. July is the busiest month to travel to Dallas. If you want a more relaxed atmosphere, go in February.
Before locking in your Mexico City to Dallas tickets, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Dallas, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC to 41ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 1ºC and 16ºC. Look for cheap flights from Mexico City to Dallas around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Dallas
Start your Dallas trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Mexico City to Dallas, check out our range of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be tricky to know where to begin. Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Gardens, Perot Museum of Nature and Science and Dallas Museum of Art are leading attractions which should be on any well-planned Dallas itinerary.
Explore more of United States
Dallas has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of United States just waiting to be explored. About 370 kilometres south of Dallas, a visit to Houston will fill your itinerary to the brim. Check out popular attractions like The Houston Museum of Natural Science, The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, Beck Building and Hermann Park.
San Antonio is another well-known destination in United States and is around 402 kilometres south-west of Dallas. No trip is complete without dropping by The San Antonio River Walk, San Antonio Missions National Historical Park and San Fernando Cathedral.
