Travelling from Stockholm to Mexico City: what you need to know
When searching for your flight from Stockholm to Mexico City, there's a good selection of airports you can start your trip from. Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN), Stockholm Skavsta Airport (NYO) and Stockholm Vasteras Airport (VST) are some of Stockholm's main options.
Step off your plane in Mexico City at Mexico City Juarez International Airport (MEX) or Felipe Angeles International Airport (NLU).
The timezone in Mexico City is UTC-6, which is seven hours behind Stockholm.
For a stress-free start to your trip, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This leaves you with plenty of time to catch your Stockholm to Mexico City flight.
Planning to travel during a peak period like a bank holiday? Expect longer queues at security and check-in. To give yourself peace of mind, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from Stockholm to Mexico City
Booking early is often the key to finding a cheap Stockholm to Mexico City flight. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the nearer you get to departure, the more it could cost you.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest plane tickets from Stockholm to Mexico City across the month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
There's no need to search every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment there's a better deal on cheap flights from Stockholm to Mexico City.
Tailor your travel plans using filters. Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' Stockholm to Mexico City flights.
Flying from Stockholm
Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN)
We make it simple to find a Stockholm to Mexico City flight with a stopover. To see all your options leaving from Stockholm Arlanda Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, choose a flight with a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Popular stopovers include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA)
Travelling from central Stockholm to ARN takes about 30 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a taxi, you'll cover the 40 kilometres in 40 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Booked an early flight from Stockholm to Mexico City? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near Stockholm Arlanda Airport:
Stockholm Arlanda Airport gets top marks for its on-time performance. 85% of flights that take off from ARN arrive at their destination on time.
Stockholm Skavsta Airport (NYO)
You can get to NYO from the centre of Stockholm in about 1 hour 25 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The ride by public transport takes roughly 1 hour 30 minutes to cover the 88 kilometres or so.
The day before your flight from Stockholm to Mexico City, why not enjoy another night away from home? Kick back at Aiden by Best Western Skavsta Airport or Comfortable Apartment near Stockholm Skavsta Airport.
Flights from Stockholm Skavsta Airport have a strong track record for punctuality, with 91% of them touching down on schedule.
Arriving in Mexico City
Mexico City Juarez International Airport (MEX)
Mexico City Juarez International Airport (MEX) is approximately 6 kilometres from central Mexico City. If you're catching a taxi or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 30 minutes.
It usually takes 40 minutes to get there when travelling by public transport.
Reserve a hotel close to MEX if you have a late flight from Stockholm to Mexico City. Choose one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Travel at your own pace with a Mexico City Juarez International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from INFINITY RENT, MEX or America and find adventure across Mexico City and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Mexico City Juarez International Airport about four weeks ahead can help you get the lowest rate.
Felipe Angeles International Airport (NLU)
Central Mexico City is around 40 kilometres from Felipe Angeles International Airport (NLU). After your flight from Stockholm to Mexico City has hit the runway and you've navigated your way to arrivals, expect a drive of around 55 minutes.
You can expect the journey to take about 2 hours on public transport.
You'll find some great places to call home for the night near NLU. Tuck yourself in after your Stockholm to Mexico City flight at one of these perfectly located options:
Forget about inconvenient public transport schedules or long taxi lines. Grab a Felipe Angeles International Airport rental car and take your journey in whatever direction you like. Compare availability and rates from Europcar, MEX and Keddy By Europcar.
Get the lowest price by booking your ride from NLU one week in advance. You can also expect to have a wider selection of vehicles.
Mexico City Atizapan Airport (AZP)
After your flight from Stockholm to Mexico City has touched down, the city centre awaits. Mexico City Atizapan Airport (AZP) is around 3 kilometres from central Mexico City.
If you'd like a certain type of vehicle, booking early gives you a better shot at finding what you want. Book your ride from AZP at least a couple of weeks ahead of your flight from Stockholm to Mexico City.
Best time to go to Mexico City
It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Stockholm to Mexico City. June is the busiest month to visit Mexico City. If you want a more peaceful vibe, go in March.
Before locking in your Stockholm to Mexico City tickets, consider the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. May is the warmest month in Mexico City, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC to 30ºC.
Look for cheap flights from Stockholm to Mexico City in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 6ºC and 23ºC on average.
More about Mexico City
After booking your flight from Stockholm to Mexico City, take your pick from prime hotels that put you close to the action. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Mexico City:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to figure out where to start. Basilica of Our Lady of Guadalupe, National Museum of Anthropology and Frida Kahlo Museum are top sights which should feature on any good Mexico City itinerary.
Explore more of Mexico
Ecatepec de Morelos is just one of the many places in Mexico waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Mexico City. Around 21 kilometres to the northeast, popular attractions include Zoologico Zacango, Centro Ecoturistico y Educación Ambiental Sierra de Guadalupe and Botanical Garden.
Guadalajara is another standout destination in Mexico and is around 467 kilometres west of Mexico City. No journey is complete without visiting Guadalajara's Cathedral, Temple of Our Lady of Guadalupe and Mural Gigante FRIDA KAHLO.