Travelling from Mexico City to Frankfurt: what you need to know
Mexico City has two main airports that could be the jumping-off point for your adventure. Explore your options for reserving a flight from Mexico City to Frankfurt flying out of Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) or Felipe Ángeles International Airport (NLU).
When it comes to working out where to arrive in Frankfurt, Frankfurt Airport (FRA) and Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN) are the primary gateways.
The average duration of a direct Mexico City to Frankfurt flight is 10 hours 50 minutes.
Frankfurt is seven hours ahead of Mexico City and follows the UTC+1 timezone.
With seven weekly flights between the two airports, Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) to Frankfurt Airport (FRA) is the busiest route. Board the first flight from Mexico City to Frankfurt with Lufthansa at 19:50. If you'd like to get more out of your day before leaving, the last flight from MEX to FRA is with Lufthansa at 21:00.
Leave enough time to catch your Mexico City to Frankfurt flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Mexico City to Frankfurt
Score cheap Mexico City to Frankfurt flights by booking three months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
The best month for finding cheap plane tickets from Mexico City to Frankfurt is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then select the dates with the lowest fares.
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Flying from Mexico City
Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
You can catch a direct flight from Mexico City to Frankfurt taking off from Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX). Start your trip at MEX and come in for landing at Frankfurt Airport (FRA).
Be on the lookout for deals with Lufthansa. This airline offers direct Mexico City to Frankfurt plane tickets from MEX.
We make it simple to book a Mexico City to Frankfurt flight with a stopover. To see the options leaving from Benito Juarez International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply pick a flight that has a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Major stopovers include:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
MEX is around 6 kilometres from central Mexico City. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be around 55 minutes.
After a stress-free start to your trip? Stay near Benito Juarez International Airport. Whether you're taking an early flight from Mexico City to Frankfurt or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
Benito Juarez International Airport gets high marks for its on-time performance. 80.91% of flights that take off from MEX arrive at their destination as scheduled.
Felipe Ángeles International Airport (NLU)
Consider adding a stop at Cancun International Airport (CUN). It's a popular stopover on a Mexico City to Frankfurt flight departing Felipe Ángeles International Airport. Use a longer layover to explore nearby, or take advantage of a quick break to visit an airport cafe.
On public transport, you can travel from central Mexico City to NLU in around 1 hour 45 minutes. The terminal is roughly 32 kilometres away. Driving will take you about 55 minutes.
Prepare for your flight from Mexico City to Frankfurt by spending the night close to Felipe Ángeles International Airport. Verticca Hotel is one option where you can wake up and arrive at the airport with time to spare.
68% of all departures from Felipe Ángeles International Airport meet their expected arrival time.
Arriving in Frankfurt
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA) is approximately 11 kilometres from the centre of Frankfurt. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 20 minutes.
Getting there on public transport takes roughly 35 minutes.
Consider booking a hotel near FRA if you're coming in on a late flight from Mexico City to Frankfurt. Settle into one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Follow your own route with a Frankfurt Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Wheego, Alamo or OK Mobility and venture far and wide through Frankfurt and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Frankfurt Airport about three weeks ahead boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN)
Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN) is about 105 kilometres from central Frankfurt. Once you've disembarked your flight from Mexico City to Frankfurt, it'll take you approximately 1 hour 30 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
Public transport will get you there in approximately 2 hours 40 minutes.
After your flight from Mexico City to Frankfurt, tuck yourself in at a hotel near HHN. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
Flex To Go, Alamo and Keddy By Europcar make collecting a Frankfurt - Hahn Airport rental car quick and easy. These providers are located in or around the terminal and will have you ready to go in a flash.
Snap up the best price by reserving your ride from HHN four weeks in advance. You can also expect to have a wider selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Frankfurt
January is the quietest month for flights from Mexico City to Frankfurt, while April is the most popular. Choose the best time to go to Frankfurt based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Before locking in your Mexico City to Frankfurt tickets, consider the weather you're most comfortable in. July is the warmest month in Frankfurt, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC to 28ºC.
Look for cheap flights from Mexico City to Frankfurt in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -4ºC and 7ºC on average.
More about Frankfurt
After booking your flight from Mexico City to Frankfurt, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these options your base for exploring Frankfurt:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to figure out where to begin. Palmengarten, Goethe House and Frankfurt Cathedral are top sights which should be on every Frankfurt itinerary.
Explore more of Germany
You've seen Frankfurt, now it's time to explore other parts of Germany. Travel about 418 kilometres north-east to Berlin to tick off its top attractions. From Brandenburg Gate to Berlin Wall Memorial and East Side Gallery, your itinerary will be busy.
Around 386 kilometres north of Frankfurt, Hamburg is another essential stop in Germany. Experience major highlights starting with Miniatur Wunderland, Elbphilharmonie Hamburg and Port of Hamburg.
