Flying from Vienna International Airport (VIE) to Mexico City: what you need to know
The timezone in Mexico City is UTC-6. The city is seven hours behind Vienna, where Vienna International Airport is located.
To avoid missing your VIE to Mexico City flight, leave plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Planning to travel during a peak period like public or school holidays? Expect longer lines 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.
Located around 16 kilometres from central Vienna, VIE can be reached in about 30 minutes by car (depending on traffic). Travelling on public transport will take roughly 1 hour.
Catching an early flight from Vienna International Airport to Mexico City? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays near VIE:
78.59% of flights leaving from Vienna International Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
How to find the cheapest flights from Vienna International Airport (VIE) to Mexico City
The best price we've seen for a one-way Vienna International Airport to Mexico City flight is Rs108,261. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs197,013. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Booking early is often the key to finding a cheap flight from VIE to Mexico City. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend.
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Airports in Mexico City
Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
The distance from Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) to central Mexico City is roughly 8 kilometres. It'll take you about 25 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Getting there by public transport takes around 55 minutes.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Vienna International Airport to Mexico City. Reserve 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 find adventure across Mexico City and beyond.
For the lowest price, reserve your ride from Benito Juarez International Airport around four weeks in advance of your flight from VIE to Mexico City.
Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU)
The centre of Mexico City is located around 40 kilometres from Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU). After your flight from Vienna International Airport to Mexico City has landed and you've made your way out of the airport, the drive should take about 55 minutes.
You can expect the journey to take about 1 hour 45 minutes on public transport.
Verticca Hotel is a comfortable accommodation option within a short drive of NLU. Settle in here after your VIE to Mexico City flight and then hang the 'Do not disturb' sign to get some rest.
Europcar, MEX and Keddy By Europcar make collecting a Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport rental car easy and quick. These suppliers are located in or around the terminal and will have you behind the wheel before you know it.
Avoid paying extra. Reserving your ride one week ahead of your arrival at NLU can help you lock in a better rate.
Best time to go to Mexico City
Carefully consider your trip dates before locking in your flight from Vienna International Airport to Mexico City. The city comes alive during high season, but rates are usually higher and top attractions can get crowded. Plan your trip to Mexico City in the off-season if you prefer a more relaxed vibe.
Lock in a Vienna International Airport to Mexico City flight ticket with a departure in April if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 10ºC to 28ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from VIE to Mexico City in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 6ºC and 23ºC on average.
More about Mexico City
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Mexico City right here. Check out these options as soon as you've locked in your flight from Vienna International Airport to Mexico City:
Every great journey has to include a little sightseeing. Chapultepec Park, Zocalo and National Museum of Anthropology are essential stops on your Mexico City itinerary.
Explore more of Mexico
Guadalajara is just one of the many places in Mexico waiting to be explored once you've seen Mexico City. Around 467 kilometres away to the west, well-known attractions include Teatro Degollado, Portales Tlaquepaque Park and Zoologico Guadalajara.
Puebla is another well-known destination in Mexico and is around 105 kilometres south-east of Mexico City. No trip is complete without seeing Mirador de Los Fuertes, Cuexcomate and Street of Candies.