Travelling from Mexico City to Miami International Airport (MIA): What you need to know
There are a couple of airports to jet off from in Mexico City. Explore your options departing from Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) or Mexico City Felipe Angeles International Airport (NLU) when organising your flight from Mexico City to Miami International Airport (MIA).
Book a direct Mexico City to Miami International Airport flight and you'll be travelling for around 3 hours 25 minutes.
The timezone in Miami is UTC-5, which is one hour ahead of Mexico City. Miami International Airport is located in Miami.
Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) to Miami International Airport (MIA) is the most popular route. There are 52 direct flights a week to pick from. If you have things to do before heading off, take the last flight with Aeromexico at 8:05pm. Go for the first MEX to MIA departure with Aeromexico at 12:05am if you're aiming for an earlier start.
Leave plenty of time to make your flight from Mexico City to MIA. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Popular months like September or other peak periods mean longer lines and potential delays. Stay on schedule by arriving at the airport even earlier. Aim for at least four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Mexico City
Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
Fly without interruptions from Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX). Direct flights from Mexico City to Miami International Airport (MIA) are available from here.
American Airlines is a well-known airline that operates direct flights from Mexico City to Miami International Airport leaving from MEX.
The preferred choice for passengers flying between MEX and MIA is American Airlines.
Aeromexico leads the way in punctuality. A dependable 91.1% of its services on this route arrive as planned.
We make it simple to find cheap flights from Mexico City to MIA with a stopover. To explore your options departing from Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply pick a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Some popular stopovers between MEX and MIA include:
Cancun International Airport (CUN)
San Antonio International Airport (SAT)
Merida International Airport (MID)
Travelling from central Mexico City to MEX takes around 40 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a taxi, you'll cover the 13 kilometres in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
In search of a convenient hotel close to Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Mexico City to Miami International Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:
84% of flights departing from Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport land at their destination according to schedule. Given its strong performance rating, delays are unlikely when jetting out of MEX.
Mexico City Felipe Angeles International Airport (NLU)
Planning to catch a flight from Mexico City Felipe Angeles International Airport (NLU)? Direct Mexico City to Miami International Airport (MIA) plane tickets are available from here.
Board your direct flight from Mexico City to MIA with VivaAerobus. This is one of the leading carriers operating this route out of NLU.
Viva Aerobus is the most frequently booked airline flying from NLU to MIA.
Split up your flight from Mexico City to Miami International Airport with a stop so you can stretch your legs or tick a new place off your list. Some great stopovers between Mexico City Felipe Angeles International Airport and MIA include:
Cancun International Airport (CUN)
Merida International Airport (MID)
Havana Jose Marti International Airport (HAV)
NLU is around 56 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 2 hours.
It's holiday time, so why not book an extra night away at a hotel close to Mexico City Felipe Angeles International Airport? Before your Mexico City to MIA flight, treat yourself to a stay at Verticca Hotel.
When it comes to flights staying on schedule, Mexico City Felipe Angeles International Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 76%.
About Miami International Airport (MIA)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Mexico City to Miami International Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these options near MIA:
To get the lowest price, reserve your ride around one week in advance of your Mexico City to Miami International Airport flight.
The street address for MIA is 4200 N.W. 21 Street.
Getting from Miami International Airport (MIA) to central Miami
From Miami International Airport, central Miami is around 11 kilometres away. It takes about 20 minutes to get to the city centre by car.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of around 35 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Mexico City to Miami International Airport (MIA)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Mexico City to Miami International Airport is Rs38,414. For a return flight on this route, the best price is Rs69,543. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
To snap up cheap flights from Mexico City to MIA, book your plane ticket 11 months ahead of your departure date.
April is when you're most likely to find a fantastic deal on a Mexico City to Miami International Airport ticket. If you want to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for each month.
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Save on your flight from Mexico City to Miami International Airport by using the search filters. Choose your preferred times, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from Mexico City to Miami International Airport (MIA)
September is the quietest month for flights from Mexico City to Miami International Airport (MIA), while March is the most popular. Figure out the best time to visit Miami based on whether you want a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Before locking in your Mexico City to MIA plane ticket, consider the kind of weather you prefer. August is the warmest month in Miami, with temperatures ranging from 27ºC to 31ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from Mexico City to Miami International Airport in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 15ºC and 24ºC.
More about Miami
After booking your flight from Mexico City to Miami International Airport, find a hotel that's got location and comfort covered. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Miami:
Beach and Ocean Drive are just a couple of the top-rated attractions to put on your Miami must-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Port of Miami.
Explore more of the United States
Cape Coral is just one of the many places in the United States waiting to be explored after you've experienced Miami. Around 193 kilometres away to the northwest, top sights here include Four Mile Cove Ecological Preserve, Fourmile Cove and Cultural Park Theatre.
If you're interested in discovering another side of the United States, consider Port Saint Lucie, about 161 kilometres north of Miami. Savannas Preserve State Park, Port St Lucie Botanical Gardens and Savannas Preserve State Park - Main Entrance are highlights.









