Travelling from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Benito Juarez International Airport is 3 hours 45 minutes.
Mexico City's timezone is UTC-6, making Mexico City one hour ahead of Los Angeles.
Choose from 71 weekly Los Angeles International Airport to Benito Juarez International Airport flights. The 00:01 departure with Volaris is the earliest flight available. VivaAerobus operates the latest service of the day at 23:55.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Be at the airport with enough time to catch your LAX to MEX flight.
You'll likely experience longer queues during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
There are plenty of direct flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Benito Juarez International Airport, so getting to Mexico City (and then touring more of Mexico!) is a cinch. Top airlines that fly nonstop include:
Most passengers choose to travel with American Airlines on this route.
American Airlines leads the way as the most punctual carrier for LAX to MEX flights, with 95.65% of services landing as scheduled.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Los Angeles International Airport to Benito Juarez International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Top stopovers between LAX and MEX include:
Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport
Gen Mariano Escobedo Airport
Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
P4,755 is currently the best price for a one-way Los Angeles International Airport to Benito Juarez International Airport flight. Return flights start at P13,911. These fares can change based on demand.
Book one month before flying. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from LAX to MEX.
The cheapest month for flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Benito Juarez International Airport is December. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have a flexible travel schedule.
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Select your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Benito Juarez International Airport.
Handy information about Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
LAX is located at One World Way.
81.05% of flights departing from Los Angeles International Airport reach their destination on schedule. Given its solid on-time performance, you're unlikely to be delayed when setting off from LAX.
To get to Los Angeles International Airport from central Los Angeles, it takes around 30 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 32 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to take public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 55 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Benito Juarez International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to LAX:
Arriving at Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
If you're arriving on a late Los Angeles International Airport to Benito Juarez International Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping shortly after at one of these hotels near MEX:
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Reserving your vehicle from Benito Juarez International Airport about four weeks ahead boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
Getting from Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) to central Mexico City
From Benito Juarez International Airport, Mexico City is approximately 8 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It takes around 55 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
The quietest month for a flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Benito Juarez International Airport is April, while July is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to go to Mexico City based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Mexico City is April, with temperatures ranging between 10ºC (50ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Lock in your flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Benito Juarez International Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
January sees average temperatures of between 6ºC (43ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF). Search for cheap tickets from LAX to MEX sometime then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Mexico
Ecatepec de Morelos is just one of the many places in Mexico waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Mexico City. Around 21 kilometres away to the north-east, its best attractions include Grupo Scout 360 Aztlan, mirador del Valle Park and Kinder casanueva.
Around 467 kilometres west of Mexico City, Guadalajara is another essential stop in Mexico. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Guadalajara Cathedral, Teatro Degollado and Portales Tlaquepaque Park.