Flying from Mexico City to Dubai Airport (DXB): What you need to know
There are a couple of airports to jet off from in Mexico City. Explore your options leaving from Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) or Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU) when planning your flight from Mexico City to Dubai Airport (DXB).
Dubai Airport is located in Dubai. The city runs on the UTC+4 timezone and is ten hours ahead of Mexico City.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Mexico City to DXB. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
Peak season means busier airports, so plan to arrive even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for international journeys to stay on schedule.
Airports in Mexico City
Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
Consider adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Mexico City to DXB. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX). Break up the journey at one of these airports:
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Located around 8 kilometres from central Mexico City, MEX can be reached in about 25 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport takes roughly 55 minutes.
Want a hassle-free start to your break? Stay near Benito Juarez International Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Mexico City to Dubai Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels offer the perfect solution:
Benito Juarez International Airport scores high marks for its on-time performance. 80.91% of flights that depart MEX arrive at their destination on time.
Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU)
On public transport, you can travel from central Mexico City to NLU in about 1 hour 45 minutes. The airport is roughly 40 kilometres away, and making the trip by car will take approximately 55 minutes.
Relax before your Mexico City to DXB flight at a hotel near Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport. Verticca Hotel is one option where you can roll out of bed and get to the airport with time to spare.
67.58% of flights departing Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport stick to their scheduled arrival time.
About Dubai Airport (DXB)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Mexico City to Dubai Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your luggage at baggage claim and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these options near DXB:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Dubai Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from AMEX, Autostrad Rent A Car or Quicklease Car Hire and experience more of Dubai and beyond.
To get the lowest price, book your ride around three weeks ahead of your Mexico City to Dubai Airport flight.
Getting from Dubai Airport (DXB) to central Dubai
Dubai Airport to the centre of Dubai is about 10 kilometres. If you're taking a cab or renting a car, plan ahead to make your trip as smooth as possible. Journey times will vary based on traffic conditions and the time of day.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of roughly 50 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Mexico City to Dubai Airport (DXB)
Currently, Rs151,408 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Mexico City to Dubai Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs283,800. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Booking in advance is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Mexico City to DXB. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely pay.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest Mexico City to Dubai Airport tickets across every month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your plans are flexible.
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Filters make it easier to snap up a deal on your flight from Mexico City to Dubai Airport. Choose the flight times, carriers and stops that check all your boxes. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to find the best price quickly.
The best time to fly from Mexico City to Dubai Airport (DXB)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Mexico City to Dubai Airport (DXB). July is when most people travel to Dubai. If you like your getaways a little more chill, head there in April.
When booking your Mexico City to DXB flight ticket, consider the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Dubai, with temperatures ranging from 30ºC to 42ºC.
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Mexico City to Dubai Airport in January when temperatures are between 14ºC and 25ºC.
More about Dubai
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Dubai right here. Browse these hotels once you've locked in your flight from Mexico City to Dubai Airport:
Every great adventure has to include a little sightseeing. Palace Hotel and Burj Khalifa, Burj Khalifa and At the top Burj Khalifa are must-do's during your Dubai adventure.
Explore more of the United Arab Emirates
You've seen Dubai, now it's time to explore more of the United Arab Emirates. Travel about 129 kilometres south-west to Abu Dhabi to check off its popular sights. From Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Mosque to Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque and Emirates Palace, Dubai, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Around 105 kilometres east of Dubai, Khawr Fakkān is another essential stop in the United Arab Emirates. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Hisn Khorfakkan, Khorfakkan Public Beach and Khor Fakkan Beach.
