Flying from New York to Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX): What you need to know
Organising your flight from New York to Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) begins with finding the right airport to start your adventure from. John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) and LaGuardia Airport (LGA) are the main terminals in New York.
Around 5 hours 35 minutes is the usual time it takes for a direct New York to Benito Juarez International Airport flight.
Mexico City is two hours behind New York. Benito Juarez International Airport is located in Mexico City, which follows the UTC-6 timezone.
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) is the most popular route. There are 42 direct weekly departures to choose from. If you prefer starting your day later, take the last flight with American Airlines at 7:05pm. Go for the first JFK to MEX departure operated by Aeromexico at 1am if you'd rather get a move on.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from New York to MEX. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
In peak travel periods, expect longer queues and be there earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and up to four hours for international trips.
Airports in New York
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Fly without interruptions from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK). Direct flights from New York to Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) can be booked from here.
Choose from a variety of airlines that operate direct flights from New York to Benito Juarez International Airport departing from JFK. Book your journey with one of these:
Aeromexico is the airline with the highest passenger demand for flights from JFK to MEX.
The carrier with the best on-time arrival rate on this route is American Airlines.
We make it a breeze to find cheap flights from New York to MEX that include a stopover. To explore all your options leaving from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Some popular stopovers between JFK and MEX include:
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT)
San Antonio International Airport (SAT)
JFK is around 48 kilometres from central New York. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 50 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour 20 minutes.
Want a stress-free start to your trip? Stay near John F. Kennedy International Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from New York to Benito Juarez International Airport or aren't a fan of being rushed, these hotels offer the perfect solution:
Of the flights that depart from John F. Kennedy International Airport, 74.1% land on schedule at their destination.
You'll find JFK at JFK Airport.
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Think about kicking off your trip from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR). You can book a direct New York to Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) flight ticket with departures from here.
From EWR, direct flights from New York to MEX can be booked with United Airlines.
United Airlines attracts the most bookings on the EWR to MEX route.
Want a carrier that consistently lands on time? Go with United Airlines. 89.26% of its flights between Newark Liberty International Airport and Benito Juarez International Airport arrive on schedule.
Add another location to your travels or just take a moment to reset with a stopover. If you'd like to split up your flight from New York to Benito Juarez International Airport, here's where you can stop when taking off from Newark Liberty International Airport:
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT)
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
You can reach EWR from central New York in approximately 30 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 10 minutes to cover the 24 kilometres or so.
Get your holiday started early with an additional night away from home. Before catching your New York to MEX flight, unwind in one of these hotels close to Newark Liberty International Airport:
Newark Liberty International Airport has an on-time performance of 73.3%. This figure gives an insight into how frequently flights that take off from this airport reach their destination on time.
EWR is located at Building 1, Conrad Road.
LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
Book a flight ticket from New York to Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) departing from LaGuardia Airport (LGA) with one or more stops. Popular stopovers between LGA and MEX include:
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT)
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
LGA is roughly 18 kilometres from central New York. Driving from the city centre to the terminal takes about 25 minutes. If you're thinking about taking public transport, you can expect a journey of around 1 hour.
Take the 'what ifs' out of departure day — stay near LaGuardia Airport and know you'll be at the terminal with time to spare. Get comfy at one of these hotels the day before if you have an early New York to Benito Juarez International Airport flight:
With 80.0% of its departing flights arriving without delays, LGA is a reliable starting point for any trip.
The address of LaGuardia Airport is Hangar 7 Centre.
About Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
If you're coming in on a late flight from New York to Benito Juarez International Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your luggage at baggage claim and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these hotels near MEX:
Follow your own route with a Benito Juarez International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from INFINITY RENT, MEX or America and venture far and wide through Mexico City and beyond.
Lock in the best rate by booking your vehicle around four weeks ahead of your New York to Benito Juarez International Airport flight.
Getting from Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) to central Mexico City
Central Mexico City is around 6 kilometres from Benito Juarez International Airport. Travel times by car hire or cab will vary based on traffic conditions and time of day, so do a little research ahead of your trip.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 55 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from New York to Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
Rs28,240 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from New York to Benito Juarez International Airport. Return flights start from Rs79,849. These prices can change based on availability.
Book six months before you want to travel. Research into pricing trends suggests this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from New York to MEX.
November is when you're most likely to land a good deal on a New York to Benito Juarez International Airport ticket. If you need to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for every month.
Locking in a cheap flight ticket from New York to MEX is a breeze with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch when there's a better deal.
Filters make it easier to snap up a deal on your flight from New York to Benito Juarez International Airport. Choose the departure times, airlines and number of stops that make sense for you. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to bring up the lowest fares right away.
The best time to fly from New York to Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
April is the quietest month for flights from New York to Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX), while July is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to go to Mexico City based on whether you like a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Before locking in your New York to MEX flight ticket, consider the kind of weather you prefer. April is the warmest month in Mexico City, with temperatures ranging from 10ºC to 28ºC.
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from New York to Benito Juarez International Airport in January when temperatures are between 6ºC and 23ºC.
More about Mexico City
Once you've booked your flight from New York to Benito Juarez International Airport, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these options your base for exploring Mexico City:
Every great adventure has to include some sightseeing. Historic Centre (Centro Historico), Zócalo and Basilica of Our Lady of Guadalupe are essential stops on your Mexico City itinerary.
Explore more of Mexico
Mexico City is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of Mexico waiting to be explored. About 105 kilometres south-east of Mexico City, a trip to Puebla will keep you on the go. Check out popular attractions like Temple of Our Lady of Guadalupe, Zócalo de Puebla and Centro Histórico de Puebla.
Morelia is another must-experience destination in Mexico and is around 225 kilometres west of Mexico City. No journey is complete without experiencing Letras Morelia Catedral, Templo de Nuestra Señora de Guadalupe. And Palacio Municipal de Morelia.
