Traveling from Darwin International Airport (DRW) to Mexico City: what you need to know
Mexico City is 15 hours 30 minutes behind Darwin, where Darwin International Airport is located. Mexico City observes the UTC-6 timezone.
To avoid rushing for your DRW to Mexico City flight, leave plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Flying over a peak time such as July? Public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Located around 3 kilometers from the center of Darwin, DRW can be reached in about 15 minutes by car (depending on traffic). Traveling on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
Have an early flight from Darwin International Airport to Mexico City? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays close to DRW:
Of all flights leaving Darwin International Airport, 73.13% land on schedule at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Darwin International Airport (DRW) to Mexico City
$1,076 is currently the best price for a one-way Darwin International Airport to Mexico City flight. Return plane tickets start at $1,674. These fares can change based on availability.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to pick up cheap flights from DRW to Mexico City if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some great early bird deals.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the lowest price across each month when looking for your Darwin International Airport to Mexico City ticket.
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Airports in Mexico City
Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) to the center of Mexico City takes around 25 minutes by car. The center is roughly 8 kilometers away.
It takes around 55 minutes if you're using public transport.
Consider staying in a hotel close to MEX if you have a late flight from Darwin International Airport to Mexico City. Select one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Benito Juarez International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from INFINITY RENT, MEX or America and experience the lesser-explored corners of Mexico City and beyond.
Booking your ride from Benito Juarez International Airport around four weeks in advance of your flight from DRW to Mexico City can help you lock in the lowest rate.
Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU)
Central Mexico City is located around 40 kilometers from Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU). Once your flight from Darwin International Airport to Mexico City has touched down and you've made your way to arrivals, expect a drive of about 55 minutes.
If you choose to travel on public transport, you'll reach the center in 1 hour 45 minutes or so.
Verticca Hotel is one accommodation option within an easy drive of NLU. Make yourself at home here after your DRW to Mexico City flight and then put up the 'Do not disturb' sign to enjoy some uninterrupted rest.
Forget about public transport schedules or cab lines. Pick up a Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport rental car and go in any direction that inspires you. Compare offers from Europcar, MEX and Keddy By Europcar.
Get exactly what you want. Booking your ride from NLU one week in advance often means lower prices and a bigger choice of vehicles.
Best time to go to Mexico City
Visit Mexico City during high season if you want a busy atmosphere, but remember that prices are generally higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Darwin International Airport to Mexico City in the off-season when prices are cheaper and crowds are smaller.
Lock in a Darwin International Airport to Mexico City plane ticket with a departure in April if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 10ºC (50ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from DRW to Mexico City in January when temperatures average between 6ºC (43ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF).
More about Mexico City
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Mexico City right here. Explore these options once you've locked in your flight from Darwin International Airport to Mexico City:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be tricky to know where to begin. Chapultepec Park, Zocalo and National Museum of Anthropology are highlights which should feature on any well-planned Mexico City itinerary.
Explore more of Mexico
You've done Mexico City, now it's time to discover more of Mexico. Journey around 467 kilometers west to Guadalajara to tick off its popular sights. From Teatro Degollado to Portales Tlaquepaque Park and Zoologico Guadalajara, your itinerary will be busy.
If you're interested in discovering another great destination in Mexico, head for Puebla, roughly 105 kilometers south-east of Mexico City. Mirador de Los Fuertes, Cuexcomate and Street of Candies are highlights.
