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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from San Diego to Mexico City? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Mexico City.Rs33,942 per passenger.Departing Tue, 23 Sep.One-way flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from San Diego International on Tue, 23 Sep, arriving in Mexico City Juarez International.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs33,942, select.
Mexico City.Rs34,641 per passenger.Departing Wed, 1 Oct.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from San Diego International on Wed, 1 Oct, arriving in Mexico City Juarez International.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs34,641, select.
Mexico City.Rs37,935 per passenger.Departing Sun, 2 Nov.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from San Diego International on Sun, 2 Nov, arriving in Mexico City Juarez International.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs37,935, select.
Mexico City.Rs42,564 per passenger.Departing Sat, 13 Dec.One-way flight with Hawaiian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Hawaiian Airlines, departs from San Diego International on Sat, 13 Dec, arriving in Mexico City Juarez International.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs42,564, select.
Mexico City.Rs81,983 per passenger.Departing Fri, 13 Mar.One-way flight with Hawaiian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Hawaiian Airlines, departs from San Diego International on Fri, 13 Mar, arriving in Felipe Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs81,983, select.
Mexico City.Rs84,622 per passenger.Departing Wed, 15 Apr.One-way flight with Hawaiian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Hawaiian Airlines, departs from San Diego International on Wed, 15 Apr, arriving in Mexico City Juarez International.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs84,622, select.
Mexico City.Rs84,768 per passenger.Departing Wed, 29 Jul.One-way flight with American Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with American Airlines, departs from San Diego International on Wed, 29 Jul, arriving in Mexico City Juarez International.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs84,768, select.
Mexico City.Rs85,367 per passenger.Departing Thu, 8 Jan.One-way flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from San Diego International on Thu, 8 Jan, arriving in Mexico City Juarez International.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs85,367, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from San Diego to Mexico City

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like San Diego to Mexico City flights are currently cheapest in September.
Sep
from Rs33,942
Oct
from Rs34,641
Nov
from Rs37,935
Dec
from Rs42,564
Jan
from Rs85,367
Feb
from Rs91,088
Mar
from Rs81,983
Apr
from Rs84,622
May
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Jun
from Rs101,906
Jul
from Rs84,768
Aug
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Alternative San Diego to Mexico City routes

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San Diego to Mexico City: Flight information

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Cheapest flight foundRs33,942
Cheapest month to flySeptember

Finding cheap flights from San Diego to Mexico City: Frequently asked questions

There are 3 airports in Mexico City: Mexico City Juarez International, Felipe Angeles International and Toluca.
The best price we found for a return flight from San Diego to Mexico City is Rs90,858. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from San Diego to Mexico City. But we found flights with one or more stops from Rs90,858.
As of September 2025, there are no flights flying from San Diego to Mexico City.
The cheapest month to fly from San Diego to Mexico City is usually September.
If you're flying from San Diego, the cheapest airport near Mexico City is Mexico City Juarez International – which is 6.4 km away from the centre of Mexico City. We've found flights into this airport from Rs90,858.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from San Diego to Mexico City on Saturday, 20 September 2025.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between San Diego and Mexico City. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Mexico City but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Mexico City is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In September, the average temperature is usually around 15°C. June is typically the warmest month in Mexico City, when it usually averages around 24°C. You can expect the least rain in December. The coldest month is December, with temperatures averaging 5°C. The rainiest month is September.
The cheapest airline that flies to Mexico City is Spirit Airlines .

Flying from San Diego to Mexico City: what you need to know

  • San Diego International Airport (SAN) is San Diego's main airport. Explore your options for reserving a flight from San Diego to Mexico City taking off from here.

  • Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) and Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU) are Mexico City's primary gateways.

  • The timezone in Mexico City is UTC-6, which is one hour ahead of San Diego.

  • For a relaxed travel experience, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your San Diego to Mexico City flight.

  • Travelling during a peak time like July? Popular periods (like Thanksgiving, Christmas/New Year and spring break) can add an hour at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.

How to find the cheapest flights from San Diego to Mexico City

  • Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap San Diego to Mexico City flights if you book early. Airlines often have some excellent early bird discounts.

  • Getting cheap plane tickets from San Diego to Mexico City is more likely if you can be flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest prices throughout the month and pick up a great deal.

  • You don't need to search every day to see if prices have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll tell you as soon as a better deal comes up on cheap flights from San Diego to Mexico City.

  • Lock in a cheap San Diego to Mexico City flight with the help of our filters. Choose your ideal times, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.

Flying from San Diego

San Diego International Airport (SAN)

  • Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your trip — and perhaps even explore a different city. When searching for San Diego to Mexico City flights leaving from San Diego International Airport, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Some popular options include:

    • Los Cabos International Airport (SJD)

    • Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX)

    • George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)

  • Located around 3 kilometres from central San Diego, SAN can be reached in about 10 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport will take roughly 20 minutes.

  • After an easy start to your trip? Stay near San Diego International Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from San Diego to Mexico City or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are the answer:

  • When it comes to the on-time performance of San Diego International Airport, data shows 71.38% of flights complete their journey on time.

  • SAN is located at N Harbour Dr.

Arriving in Mexico City

Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)

  • The distance from Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) to central Mexico City is approximately 6 kilometres. It'll take you about 25 minutes to get to the centre driving.

  • Getting to the centre by public transport takes about 55 minutes.

  • The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from San Diego to Mexico City. Stay at one of these accommodation options near MEX instead:

  • Go where the road takes you with a Benito Juarez International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from INFINITY RENT, MEX or America and discover more of Mexico City and beyond.

  • To lock in the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Benito Juarez International Airport about four weeks ahead of your San Diego to Mexico City flight.

Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU)

  • The centre of Mexico City is located around 32 kilometres from Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU). After your flight from San Diego to Mexico City has hit the runway and you've made your way through the terminal, expect a drive of about 55 minutes.

  • You can expect the trip to take roughly 1 hour 45 minutes on public transport.

  • Holiday Inn & Suites Mexico Felipe Angeles Airport is a comfortable accommodation option within a short drive of NLU. Check in here after your flight from San Diego to Mexico City and then put up the 'Do not disturb' sign to get some rest.

  • The quickest way to reach your destination is with a Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Europcar, MEX or Keddy By Europcar and set off in the blink of an eye.

  • Score the best price by booking your ride from NLU one week ahead of time. You'll also have access to a bigger selection of vehicles.

Best time to go to Mexico City

  • It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from San Diego to Mexico City. July is the most popular month for a trip to Mexico City. If you like a more low-key vibe, go in April.

  • Lock in a San Diego to Mexico City ticket departing in April if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Mexico City to range from 10ºC to 28ºC.

  • January has average temperatures of between 6ºC and 23ºC. Search for cheap flights from San Diego to Mexico City around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.

More about Mexico City

  • Start your Mexico City trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from San Diego to Mexico City, check out our selection of hotels including:

  • All great holidays should include a little sightseeing. Zocalo, Chapultepec Park and National Museum of Anthropology are attractions you won't want to skip in Mexico City.

Explore more of Mexico

  • You've seen Mexico City, now it's time to discover more of Mexico. Journey about 21 kilometres north-east to Ecatepec de Morelos to check off its top sights. From Grupo Scout 360 Aztlan to mirador del Valle Park and Kinder casanueva, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.

  • Guadalajara is another standout destination in Mexico and is around 467 kilometres west of Mexico City. No journey is complete without visiting Guadalajara Cathedral, Teatro Degollado and Portales Tlaquepaque Park.

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