Mexico City Airport
General information
Mexico City Airport is the largest airport in Mexico, it handled more than 50 million passengers in 2019. The airport is home to national flag carrier Aeromexico (Terminal 2) and low-cost carrier Volaris (Terminal 1). From Terminal 1 and Terminal 2 of Mexico City Airport you can travel to the city centre by metro, bus and taxi, for travellers with a lot of luggage it’s the best to take a taxi. In 2022 or 2023, Mexico City Felipe Ángeles International Airport will be opened north of the city, this airport is intended for low cost airlines and cargo airlines.
Location
Where is Mexico City Airport situated?
Mexico City Airport is located in the east of Mexico City, a short distance from the city centre. The airport is located in an urban area, a journey by car to and from the airport can take a very long time due to the congestion on the roads.
How many terminals does Mexico City Airport have?
The airport consists of two terminals, Terminal 1 and Terminal 2. Terminal 2 is located a few kilometres south of Terminal 1, the airport’s largest terminal. The terminals are connected by means of an automated people mover system known as Aerotrén. The free Aerotrén runs between the terminals at least every 11 minutes from 05:00 hours to 23:00 hours, travel time is 5 minutes. The Aerotrén is only available for people who are in possession of an airline ticket.
People without an airline ticket can use the red coloured public buses ‘inter-terminal transportation’, which run from Terminal 1 / Puerta 6 to Terminal 2 / Puerta 4 and vice versa between 05:00 hours and 01:00 hours. For a bus ride between the terminals you pay 16 MXN per person, tickets can be bought from the bus driver.
Airport Map
Transportation
Car
The distance from Mexico City Airport to the centre of Mexico City is 8 kilometres. By car, it takes 45 minutes to get to the centre of Mexico City.
From MEX Airport to Mexico City City centre by Car
Public transport
It is possible to travel to and from Mexico City Airport by public transport. Visit the Mexico City Airport transportation page for the possibilities.
Taxi transfer
A taxi is the quickest and most comfortable way to get to and from Mexico City Airport. The price for a taxi ride from the airport to the centre of Mexico City is about MX$ 350.-. Book your taxi at Mexico City Airport and discover the comfort of pre-booked taxis.
From MEX Airport to Mexico City City centre by Taxi
Car rental
At Mexico City Airport you can rent a car from car rental companies Sixt, Avis, Europcar, Budget, Alamo (Enterprise Holdings), Hertz, National (Enterprise Holdings), Dollar (The Hertz Corporation) and local providers. It is most convenient to find and book a car well in advance. By doing so, you can save money and time at the airport.
Airport parking
Mexico City Airport offers various official parking options, from premium to low cost. In addition, alternative parking options are available near the airport. If you want to park as cheaply as possible, it's wise to book online!
At the airport
Do you want more information about facilities, currency exchange, services, free Wi-Fi, lounges, etc. at Mexico City Airport? Check our at the airport page for a complete overview of all facilities and services at Mexico City Airport.
Flights
Departures and arrivals
Looking for departure times and/or arrival times? Find the latest flight status information for flights departing from and arriving at Mexico City Airport.
Flight tickets
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Which airlines fly from and to Mexico City Airport?
We offer you a list of airlines at Mexico City Airport. The main airlines at the airport are:
- Aeroméxico
- Volaris
- Viva Aerobus
- Aeromar
- Magnicharters
Accommodations
Hotels near the airport
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Hotels in Mexico City
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Things to do
It is possible to book tickets, activities and tours in the city and near Mexico City Airport. You can avoid queues and save money by buying your tickets online. Planning a trip and wondering what to do, we give you some inspiration!
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