Travelling from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to Mexico City: what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Frankfurt Airport to Mexico City is 10 hours 50 minutes.
The timezone in Mexico City is UTC-6. The city is seven hours behind Frankfurt, where Frankfurt Airport is located.
With seven flights a week between the two airports, Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) is the busiest route. Board Lufthansa's 13:35 flight to get your trip from FRA to MEX underway.
To avoid missing your FRA to Mexico City flight, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
If you're flying during a major holiday or another peak period, give yourself extra time. A good rule is two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at security and check-in will be longer.
You can book a direct Frankfurt Airport to Mexico City ticket. Begin your trip at FRA and touch down at Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX).
Lufthansa is a well-known airline that operates direct flights from Frankfurt Airport to Mexico City.
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to break up your trip and possibly even visit a new city. When browsing for plane tickets from FRA to Mexico City, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Top options include:
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Located around 11 kilometres from central Frankfurt, FRA can be reached in about 20 minutes by car. Travelling on public transport will take roughly 35 minutes.
Want a hassle-free start to your journey? Stay near FRA. Whether you have an early flight from Frankfurt Airport to Mexico City or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
Of the departures from Frankfurt Airport, 67.47% arrive on time at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to Mexico City
P26,473 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Frankfurt Airport to Mexico City flight. A round-trip plane ticket right now is P42,944. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Score cheap flights from FRA to Mexico City by booking one month ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.
May is the best month for scoring a fantastic deal on Frankfurt Airport to Mexico City tickets. If you'd like to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for every month.
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Airports in Mexico City
Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) to central Mexico City takes about 25 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 8 kilometres away.
It takes around 55 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Frankfurt Airport to Mexico City. Reserve one of these accommodation options near MEX instead:
Explore without limits with a Benito Juarez International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from INFINITY RENT, MEX or America and see more of Mexico City and beyond.
Secure the lowest price by reserving your ride from Benito Juarez International Airport about four weeks in advance of your flight from FRA to Mexico City.
Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU)
After your flight from Frankfurt Airport to Mexico City has hit the runway, you can reach the city centre in about 55 minutes by car. Central Mexico City is roughly 40 kilometres from Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU).
If you travel by public transport, the ride to the centre will take you 1 hour 45 minutes or so.
Verticca Hotel is a comfortable accommodation option within a short drive of NLU. Drop your bags here after your FRA to Mexico City flight and then hang the 'Do not disturb' sign for some uninterrupted rest.
Europcar, MEX and Keddy By Europcar make picking up a Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport rental car easy and quick. These providers are located in or around the terminal and will have you ready to go in a flash.
Get exactly what you want. Securing your ride from NLU one week in advance often means more savings and a wider selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Mexico City
Before locking in your flights from Frankfurt Airport to Mexico City, consider which time of year works best for you. Peak season in Mexico City offers a bustling atmosphere and plenty of things to do, while the off-season brings cheaper deals on hotels and smaller crowds.
Before locking in your Frankfurt Airport to Mexico City plane ticket, think about what kind of weather you prefer. April is the warmest month in Mexico City, with temperatures ranging from 10ºC (50ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from FRA to Mexico City in January when temperatures average between 6ºC (43ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF).
More about Mexico City
Once you've booked your flight from Frankfurt Airport to Mexico City, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Mexico City:
Chapultepec Park and Zocalo are just the start of the leading attractions to put on your Mexico City to-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out National Museum of Anthropology.
Explore more of Mexico
You've visited Mexico City, now it's time to discover more of Mexico. Journey about 467 kilometres west to Guadalajara to check off its top attractions. From Teatro Degollado to Portales Tlaquepaque Park and Zoologico Guadalajara, your itinerary will be busy.
If you're eager to discover another corner of Mexico, head for Puebla, about 105 kilometres south-east of Mexico City. Mirador de Los Fuertes, Cuexcomate and Street of Candies are among the biggest draws.