Travelling from Mexico City to Eppley Airfield Airport (OMA): What you need to know
Mexico City has two main airports that set the stage for your next getaway. Check out your options for booking a flight from Mexico City to Eppley Airfield Airport (OMA) leaving from Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) or Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU).
The timezone in Omaha is UTC-5, which is one hour ahead of Mexico City. Eppley Airfield Airport is located in Omaha.
To ensure you catch your flight from Mexico City to OMA, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Longer lines at security and check-in are more likely if you're flying during high season, so allow some extra wiggle room. The recommendation for peak times? Arrive up to four hours ahead for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in Mexico City
Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
Consider adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Mexico City to OMA. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX). Break up your trip (and maybe get a better deal) by stopping at one of these popular airports:
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
The journey from central Mexico City to MEX takes around 55 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 8 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Want a relaxed start to your trip? Stay near Benito Juarez International Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Mexico City to Eppley Airfield Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are the ideal choice:
Benito Juarez International Airport earns top marks for on-time performance. 80.91% of flights that take off from MEX arrive at their destination on time.
Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU)
You can arrive at NLU from central Mexico City in about 55 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The journey by public transport will take roughly 1 hour 45 minutes to cover the 40 kilometres or so.
Kick back before your Mexico City to OMA flight at a hotel close to 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.
Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport has an on-time performance rate of 67.58%. This figure gives an insight into how often flights that take off from this airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
About Eppley Airfield Airport (OMA)
Have a late flight from Mexico City to Eppley Airfield Airport? Don't let your travel day stretch into tomorrow. Check in to one of these hotels near OMA and fast-forward to bedtime:
Get your adventure underway by picking up an Eppley Airfield Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Avis, Payless or Alamo and explore beyond Omaha's usual tourist stops.
Lock in the best rate by reserving your vehicle around one week ahead of your Mexico City to Eppley Airfield Airport flight.
Getting from Eppley Airfield Airport (OMA) to central Omaha
Eppley Airfield Airport to central Omaha is about 6 kilometres. If you're taking a cab or renting a car, plan ahead to make your trip as smooth as possible. Journey times can vary based on traffic and the time of day.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of around 20 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Mexico City to Eppley Airfield Airport (OMA)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Mexico City to Eppley Airfield Airport is Rs61,002. For a return flight on this route, the best price is Rs113,553. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares could change.
To find cheap flights from Mexico City to OMA, book in advance. Airlines generally offer the most competitive fares when tickets first go on sale.
Cheap Mexico City to Eppley Airfield Airport tickets are easier to find when you have flexibility in your schedule. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare fares across every month and then fly out on the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Mexico City to Eppley Airfield Airport (OMA)
It's time to decide when to book your flight from Mexico City to Eppley Airfield Airport (OMA). July is the peak month for travel to Omaha. If you prefer a quieter vibe, head there in April.
Before locking in your Mexico City to OMA flight ticket, consider what kind of weather works for you. July is the warmest month in Omaha, with temperatures ranging from 16ºC to 32ºC.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Mexico City to Eppley Airfield Airport in January when temperatures are between -12ºC and 4ºC.
More about Omaha
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Omaha right here. Explore these options as soon as you've locked in your flight from Mexico City to Eppley Airfield Airport:
There are so many things to discover in this city, it can be tricky to work out where to begin. Kiewit Luminarium, Suzanne & Walter Scott Aquarium and OUR BODY: The Universe Within are leading attractions which should be on any well-planned Omaha itinerary.
Explore more of the United States
You've seen Omaha, now it's time to discover other parts of the United States. Journey around 274 kilometres south-east to Kansas City to check off its must-visit sights. From Jazz 1 to National WWI Museum and Memorial and Jazz Pantheon, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Around 193 kilometres east of Omaha, Des Moines is another essential stop in the United States. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden, Science Centre of Iowa & Blank IMAX Dome Theatre and State Historical Museum.
