Travelling from Mexico City to Belfast: what you need to know
There are a couple of main airports you can start your trip from in Mexico City. Check out your options departing from Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) or Felipe Ángeles International Airport (NLU) when booking your flight from Mexico City to Belfast.
Belfast International Airport (BFS) and George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD) are Belfast's primary gateways.
Belfast is six hours ahead of Mexico City and follows the UTC+0 timezone.
To ensure you don't miss your Mexico City to Belfast flight, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is a good rule of thumb.
You can expect longer lines in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
How to find the cheapest flights from Mexico City to Belfast
Booking in advance is often the key to finding a cheap Mexico City to Belfast flight. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the nearer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest plane tickets from Mexico City to Belfast across each month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your plans aren't set in stone.
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Flying from Mexico City
Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
We make it simple to find a Mexico City to Belfast flight with a stopover. To see all your options leaving from Benito Juarez International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply pick a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Top stopovers include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
MEX is around 6 kilometres from central Mexico City. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 55 minutes.
After a leisurely start to your travels? Stay near Benito Juarez International Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Mexico City to Belfast or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are ideal:
80.91% of flights leaving Benito Juarez International Airport land at their destination on time. Given its strong on-time performance, you're unlikely to experience delays when taking off from MEX.
Felipe Ángeles International Airport (NLU)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Mexico City to NLU in around 1 hour 45 minutes. The terminal is roughly 32 kilometres away. Driving will take you about 55 minutes.
You're going on holiday, so why not spend an extra night away at a hotel near Felipe Ángeles International Airport? Before your flight from Mexico City to Belfast, think about staying at Verticca Hotel.
Felipe Ángeles International Airport has an on-time performance of 68%. This figure highlights how frequently flights that depart from this airport land at their destination on time.
Arriving in Belfast
Belfast International Airport (BFS)
Belfast International Airport (BFS) to central Belfast takes about 30 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 19 kilometers away.
Getting there by public transport takes roughly 2 hours.
If you have a late flight from Mexico City to Belfast, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these accommodation options near BFS:
Pick up a Belfast International Airport rental car and explore Belfast and beyond with your own wheels. Budget, Drivalia and Dollar are popular outlets you can book with here.
To get the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Belfast International Airport around three weeks ahead of your Mexico City to Belfast flight.
George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD)
The centre of Belfast is approximately 5 kilometres from George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD). Once your flight from Mexico City to Belfast has touched down and you've navigated your way to arrivals, the drive should be around 10 minutes.
If you hop on public transport, you'll reach the centre in 20 minutes or so.
After your flight from Mexico City to Belfast, tuck yourself in at a hotel close to BHD. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
No time to waste? The fastest way to get to where you're going is with a George Best Belfast City Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Budget, Sixt or Alamo and be on your way in a flash.
Get exactly what you want. Reserving your ride from BHD two weeks in advance often means better prices and a wider selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Belfast
August is the busiest month for flights from Mexico City to Belfast. To travel when it's less crowded, head to Belfast in January.
Before locking in your Mexico City to Belfast tickets, think about the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. July is the warmest month in Belfast, with temperatures ranging from 10ºC (50ºF) to 19ºC (66ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 1ºC (34ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF). Search for cheap flights from Mexico City to Belfast around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Belfast
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Belfast right here. Browse these options as soon as you've booked your flight from Mexico City to Belfast:
All great adventures should include some sightseeing. Titanic Belfast, Crumlin Road Gaol Visitor Attraction and Conference Centre and Botanic Gardens are must-do's during your Belfast adventure.
Explore more of United Kingdom
Birmingham is just one of the many cities in United Kingdom waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Belfast. Around 354 kilometres to the south-east, its top attractions include Cadbury World, The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre.
Around 418 kilometres south-east of Belfast, Bristol is another essential stop in United Kingdom. No visit is complete without checking out Clifton Suspension Bridge, Cabot Tower and Brandon Hill Nature Park.