Travelling from Washington DC to Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX): What you need to know
You can choose from a variety of airports when organising your flight from Washington DC to Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX). Explore your options for departing Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA), Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) and Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI).
Mexico City is two hours behind Washington DC. Benito Juarez International Airport is located in Mexico City, which operates on the UTC-6 timezone.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to catch your flight from Washington DC to MEX.
With more travellers during peak seasons, it's smart to get to your terminal earlier than usual. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international trips will allow for additional wait times.
Airports in Washington DC
Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)
Think about adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Washington DC to MEX. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA). Break up the journey at one of these popular airports:
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT)
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
Located around 8 kilometres from the centre of Washington DC, DCA can be reached in about 15 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport is roughly 45 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel near Ronald Reagan National Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Washington DC to Benito Juarez International Airport, these accommodation options will put you a quick hop from check-in:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Ronald Reagan National Airport, data shows 76.44% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
You'll find DCA at 1 Aviation Circle.
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Think about setting out from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD). You can book a direct Washington DC to Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) flight ticket with departures from this hub.
Take a direct flight from Washington DC to MEX with Aeromexico. This is one of the main airlines flying this route out of IAD.
Aeromexico is the top choice for travellers flying from IAD to MEX.
United Airlines is the most reliable carrier flying from Washington Dulles International Airport to Benito Juarez International Airport, with 76.67% of its services arriving as scheduled.
Get the most out of your holiday with a stopover on your flight from Washington DC to Benito Juarez International Airport. Check out these connections between Washington Dulles International Airport and MEX:
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
IAD is around 56 kilometres from central Washington DC. It takes 50 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour 10 minutes.
Start your holiday sooner with an extra night away from home. Before your Washington DC to MEX flight, stay in one of these hotels close to Washington Dulles International Airport:
74.39% of flights leaving Washington Dulles International Airport stick to their scheduled arrival time.
You'll find IAD at 1 Saarinen Circle.
Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI)
Booking a flight ticket from Washington DC to Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) with one or more stops can give you a bigger choice of departure times along with better fares. When flying from Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI), here's where you can detour to on your way to MEX:
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT)
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
The journey time to BWI from central Washington DC is around 1 hour 30 minutes by public transport. If you're in a car, it'll take you roughly 50 minutes to cover the 48 kilometres or so.
Take the uncertainty out of departure day — stay close to Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport and know you'll get to your boarding gate with time to spare. Get comfy at one of these hotels the day before if you have an early Washington DC to Benito Juarez International Airport flight:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that monitors how often flights arrive as expected. At BWI, that rate is 77.13%.
About Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
Consider staying in a hotel near MEX if you're catching a late flight from Washington DC to Benito Juarez International Airport. Select one of these accommodation options and be under the covers in no time flat:
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Secure the lowest price by booking your ride around four weeks ahead of your Washington DC to Benito Juarez International Airport flight.
Getting from Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) to central Mexico City
Benito Juarez International Airport is about 6 kilometres from central Mexico City. How long it takes to get there by cab or car hire will depend on the time of day. Do a little research beforehand.
It takes roughly 55 minutes if you're using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Washington DC to Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
Rs36,451 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Washington DC to Benito Juarez International Airport. Return flights start at Rs90,516. These prices may change based on demand.
Book ten months before you travel. Pricing trends suggest that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Washington DC to MEX.
The best month for scoring cheap Washington DC to Benito Juarez International Airport tickets is March. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then choose the dates with the lowest fares.
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The best time to fly from Washington DC to Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Washington DC to Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX). July is the busiest month to visit Mexico City. If you like your getaways a little more chill, head there in April.
Lock in a Washington DC to MEX flight ticket departing in April if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Mexico City to range from 10ºC to 28ºC.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Washington DC to Benito Juarez International Airport in January when temperatures are between 6ºC and 23ºC.
More about Mexico City
After booking your flight from Washington DC to Benito Juarez International Airport, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Mexico City:
You'll find plenty of fantastic things to do in Mexico City when you're ready to see the sights. Make your way to Historic Centre (Centro Historico) followed by Zócalo and Basilica of Our Lady of Guadalupe.
Explore more of Mexico
Mexico City has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of Mexico you'll want to see. About 105 kilometres south-east of Mexico City, a visit to Puebla will keep your itinerary packed. Don't miss top attractions like Temple of Our Lady of Guadalupe, Zócalo de Puebla and Centro Histórico de Puebla.
If you're ready to explore another well-known destination in Mexico, head for Morelia, roughly 225 kilometres west of Mexico City. Letras Morelia Catedral, Templo de Nuestra Señora de Guadalupe. And Palacio Municipal de Morelia are highlights.