Flying from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX): what you need to know
The timezone in Mexico City is UTC-6, which is one hour ahead of San Diego.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Be at the airport on time to board your SAN to MEX flight.
You'll likely experience bigger queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.
If you want to include a stop along the way, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from San Diego International Airport to Benito Juarez International Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between SAN and MEX:
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport
George Bush Intercontinental Airport
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way San Diego International Airport to Benito Juarez International Airport flight is Rs34,185. A return fare right now is Rs93,045. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
To find cheap tickets from SAN to MEX, book in advance. Airlines tend to offer lower fares when flights are first made available.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the lowest price in every month when looking for your flight from San Diego International Airport to Benito Juarez International Airport.
Save time searching for cheap flights from SAN to MEX by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when fares go down.
Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from San Diego International Airport to Benito Juarez International Airport.
Handy information about San Diego International Airport (SAN)
SAN is located at Airport Drive.
Of all flights leaving San Diego International Airport, 71.38% land on time at their destination.
To get to San Diego International Airport from central San Diego, it'll take around 10 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 5 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey when using public transport usually takes 20 minutes.
Catching an early flight from San Diego International Airport to Benito Juarez International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels close to SAN:
Arriving at Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a San Diego International Airport to Benito Juarez International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near MEX instead:
Grab a Benito Juarez International Airport rental car and discover Mexico City and beyond with your own wheels. INFINITY RENT, MEX and America are popular providers to choose from here.
Get the best deal by booking your ride from Benito Juarez International Airport about four weeks before your travel date.
Getting from Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) to central Mexico City
From Benito Juarez International Airport, Mexico City is approximately 8 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to reach the centre by car.
Getting there by public transport typically takes 55 minutes.
When to fly to Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from San Diego International Airport to Benito Juarez International Airport. July is the busiest month to head to Mexico City. If you want a quieter vibe, go in April.
When reserving your flight from San Diego International Airport to Benito Juarez International Airport, think about the type of weather you like. April is the warmest month in Mexico City, with the temperature ranging from 10ºC to 28ºC.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from SAN to MEX in January. Temperatures average between 6ºC and 23ºC then.
Explore more of Mexico
Ecatepec de Morelos is just one of the many places in Mexico waiting to be discovered once you've seen Mexico City. Around 21 kilometres away to the north-east, popular attractions include Grupo Scout 360 Aztlan, mirador del Valle Park and Kinder casanueva.
If there's time to check out another great destination in Mexico, head for Guadalajara, roughly 467 kilometres west of Mexico City. Guadalajara Cathedral, Teatro Degollado and Portales Tlaquepaque Park are key highlights.