Flying from Mexico City to O'Hare International Airport (ORD): What you need to know
Get your holiday planning started by considering where you'll board your flight from Mexico City to O'Hare International Airport (ORD). Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) and Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU) are the main airports in Mexico City.
Expect to be in the air for 4 hours 15 minutes. On average, that's the time it takes for a direct Mexico City to O'Hare International Airport flight.
Chicago is one hour ahead of Mexico City. O'Hare International Airport is located in Chicago, which follows the UTC-5 timezone.
Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) to O'Hare International Airport (ORD) is the most popular route. There are 41 direct weekly flights to pick from. If you prefer a later start to the day, hop on the last flight with Aeromexico at 8:05pm. Choose the first MEX to ORD departure operated by Volaris at 12:40am if getting there sooner works for you.
Give yourself enough time to get on your flight from Mexico City to ORD. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During peak travel periods, expect longer wait times and arrive earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and up to four hours for international trips.
Airports in Mexico City
Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
Fly without interruptions from Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX). Nonstop flights from Mexico City to O'Hare International Airport (ORD) are available from here.
At MEX, you'll find a good selection of airlines that offer direct flights from Mexico City to O'Hare International Airport, such as:
Aeromexico ranks first in bookings for flights from MEX to ORD.
Among carriers operating on this route, Aeromexico leads the way for on-time arrivals.
We make it easy to book cheap flights from Mexico City to ORD with a stopover. To explore all your options departing from Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply select a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Some popular stopovers between MEX and ORD include:
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
Gen Mariano Escobedo Airport (MTY)
MEX is around 8 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 traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 55 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Mexico City to O'Hare International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and get a little more snooze time) by choosing one of these stays near Benito Juarez International Airport:
Benito Juarez International Airport has a strong on-time performance, so flight disruptions are less likely. Departures from MEX make it to their destination as scheduled 80.91% of the time.
Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU)
Cross another spot off your travel list or just take a moment to stretch your legs with a stopover. If you'd like to split up your flight from Mexico City to O'Hare International Airport, here's where you can stop when setting off from Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport:
Cancun International Airport (CUN)
Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport (GDL)
Felipe Carrillo Puerto Airport (TQO)
On public transport, you can travel from central Mexico City to NLU in about 1 hour 45 minutes. The terminal is roughly 40 kilometres away, and making the journey by car takes approximately 55 minutes.
Getting to the airport on time before your Mexico City to ORD flight is easier when you stay near Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport. If you have an early departure, Verticca Hotel will put you in easy range of the airport.
When it comes to keeping flights on track, Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 67.58%.
About O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Mexico City to O'Hare International Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near ORD instead:
Pick up an O'Hare International Airport rental car and discover Chicago and beyond with your own set of wheels. Routes Car Rentals, Dollar and Budget are leading providers you can book with here.
Get the best deal by reserving your ride around four weeks ahead of your Mexico City to O'Hare International Airport flight.
ORD is located at 10000 West O'Hare.
Getting from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to central Chicago
O'Hare International Airport is about 26 kilometres from central Chicago. The time it takes to get to the centre by car hire or cab depends on the time of day. Do some research before your trip.
Travelling by public transport will take you around 55 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Mexico City to O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Rs33,331 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Mexico City to O'Hare International Airport. Return flights start from Rs50,697. These prices may change depending on availability and demand.
To pick up cheap flights from Mexico City to ORD, book early. Airlines typically offer lower prices when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest Mexico City to O'Hare International Airport tickets across each month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your plans are flexible.
You don't need to search every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as a new deal shows up on flight tickets from Mexico City to ORD.
Filters make it easier to find a bargain for your flight from Mexico City to O'Hare International Airport. Choose the departure 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 O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
It's time to decide when to book your flight from Mexico City to O'Hare International Airport (ORD). August is when most people travel to Chicago. If you're all about a more relaxed kind of trip, go in February.
Book a Mexico City to ORD flight ticket departing in July if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Chicago to range from 15ºC to 29ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from Mexico City to O'Hare International Airport in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -12ºC and 3ºC.
More about Chicago
Start your Chicago trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Mexico City to O'Hare International Airport, browse our selection of accommodation options including:
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