Flying from Mexico City to London Gatwick Airport (LGW): What you need to know
There are a couple of main 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 booking your flight from Mexico City to London Gatwick Airport (LGW).
London is six hours ahead of Mexico City. London Gatwick Airport is located in London, which operates on the UTC+0 timezone.
To ensure you get on your flight from Mexico City to LGW, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Planning to travel during a peak time like public or school holidays? Expect longer queues at security and check-in. To be on the safe side, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
Airports in Mexico City
Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
We make it simple to book cheap flights from Mexico City to LGW with a stopover. To explore the options departing from Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply select a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Some popular stopovers between MEX and LGW include:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Cancun International Airport (CUN)
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 will take roughly 55 minutes.
Want a stress-free start to your trip? Stay near Benito Juarez International Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Mexico City to London Gatwick Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are the answer:
80.91% of flights departing from Benito Juarez International Airport land at their destination according to schedule. With its impressive on-time stats, you're unlikely to be delayed when taking off from MEX.
Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU)
Consider adding a stopover to your journey at Cancun International Airport (CUN). It's a popular transfer point for flights from Mexico City to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) out of Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport.
NLU is around 40 kilometres from central Mexico City. It takes 55 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour 45 minutes.
Getting everyone to the airport on time before your Mexico City to LGW flight is easier when you stay close to Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport. If you have an early departure, Verticca Hotel will put you just a short drive away.
When it comes to flight punctuality, Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 67.58%.
About London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Mexico City to London Gatwick Airport. Stay at one of these accommodation options near LGW instead:
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Booking your vehicle around three weeks ahead of your Mexico City to London Gatwick Airport flight can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to central London
Central London is around 40 kilometres from London Gatwick Airport. Travel times by car hire or cab will vary based on traffic conditions, so do some research ahead of your trip.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 30 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Mexico City to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Rs83,017 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Mexico City to London Gatwick Airport. A return flight starts at Rs181,267. These prices can change depending on availability.
Booking early is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Mexico City to LGW. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
Affordable Mexico City to London Gatwick Airport tickets are easier to find if you're not locked into specific dates. Try using the 'Whole month' tool to compare fares across every month and then fly out on the cheapest day.
There's no need to check back in every day to find out if prices have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as a lower fare pops up on flight tickets from Mexico City to LGW.
Discover the best deal on a flight from Mexico City to London Gatwick Airport with the help of the filters. Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best.'
The best time to fly from Mexico City to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Think about the kind of experience you want when picking your flight dates. February is the quietest month to visit London. August is when most people book flights from Mexico City to London Gatwick Airport (LGW), which may be ideal if you enjoy travelling when it's busier.
Lock in a Mexico City to LGW flight ticket departing in July if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in London to range from 11ºC to 26ºC.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Mexico City to London Gatwick Airport in January when temperatures are between 0ºC and 9ºC.
More about London
After booking your flight from Mexico City to London Gatwick Airport, find a hotel that puts you in a great location. Make one of these options your base for exploring London:
There are plenty of terrific things to do in London when you're in the mood to sightsee. Kick things off at The British Museum followed by Westminster Abbey and Big Ben.
Explore more of the United Kingdom
You've visited London, now it's time to explore other parts of the United Kingdom. Travel about 193 kilometres north-west to Birmingham to check off its leading attractions. From The Windsor Castle to Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery and Birmingham Hippodrome Theatre, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Around 177 kilometres west of London, Bristol is another essential stop in the United Kingdom. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Banksey, Banksy's You Don't Need Planning Permission to Build Castles in the Sky and Clifton Suspension Bridge.
