Traveling from Mexico City to Denver: what you need to know
There are two main airports you can start your journey from in Mexico City. Explore your options leaving from Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) or Felipe Ángeles International Airport (NLU) when organizing your flight from Mexico City to Denver.
Come in for landing at Denver's chief entry point, Denver International Airport (DEN).
Book a direct Mexico City to Denver flight and you'll be in transit for an average of 3 hours 50 minutes.
Mexico City and Denver share the same timezone, UTC-6.
With 14 weekly flights between the two airports, Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) to Denver International Airport (DEN) is the most popular route. Board the first flight from Mexico City to Denver with Aeromexico at 07:00. If you prefer to make the most of your day before you fly, the last departure from MEX to DEN is with Aeromexico at 16:05.
To ensure you make it on your Mexico City to Denver flight, leave plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
You can expect longer lines during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
How to find the cheapest flights from Mexico City to Denver
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May is the best month for scoring an incredible deal on a plane ticket from Mexico City to Denver. If you need 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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Flying from Mexico City
Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
Set out from Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) on a nonstop flight from Mexico City to Denver. From MEX, you can fly directly to Denver International Airport (DEN).
Aeromexico is a leading airline that offers direct Mexico City to Denver plane tickets from MEX.
We make it simple to book a Mexico City to Denver flight with a stopover. To see all your options leaving from Benito Juarez International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, select a flight offering a stop long enough to see the sights of your chosen city. Top stopovers include:
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
San Antonio International Airport (SAT)
Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport (PVR)
Located around 6 kilometers from the center of Mexico City, MEX can be reached in about 25 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport will take roughly 55 minutes.
Have an early flight from Mexico City to Denver? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays close to Benito Juarez International Airport:
Benito Juarez International Airport has a strong on-time record, reducing the likelihood of delays. Departures from MEX land at their destination as scheduled 80.91% of the time.
Felipe Ángeles International Airport (NLU)
Get more out of your vacation with a stopover on your Mexico City to Denver flight. Visit friends or family or tick another city off your list. Whatever you'd like to do, check out these stops between Felipe Ángeles International Airport and Denver:
Gen Mariano Escobedo Airport (MTY)
Los Cabos International Airport (SJD)
Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport (PVR)
You can reach NLU from central Mexico City in about 55 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The ride on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 45 minutes to cover the 32 kilometers or so.
Kick back before your flight from Mexico City to Denver by booking a hotel close to Felipe Ángeles International Airport. Verticca Hotel is one option where you can get up and arrive at the airport with time to spare.
68% of flights leaving Felipe Ángeles International Airport arrive according to schedule.
Arriving in Denver
Denver International Airport (DEN)
Denver International Airport (DEN) is approximately 29 kilometers from central Denver. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive will take around 35 minutes.
It usually takes 1 hour 30 minutes to get there when traveling by public transport.
After your flight from Mexico City to Denver has landed, relax and unwind at a nearby hotel. The Westin Denver International Airport is a comfortable option just a short drive from DEN.
Travel at your own speed with a Denver International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Routes Car Rentals, Dollar or Budget and discover more of Denver and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Denver International Airport about one week in advance boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
DEN is located at 8500 Pena Boulevard.
Best time to go to Denver
July is the most popular month for flights from Mexico City to Denver. To travel when it's less crowded, head to Denver in April.
Book a Mexico City to Denver ticket departing in July if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Denver to range from 14ºC (57ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between -9ºC (16ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF). Look for cheap flights from Mexico City to Denver around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Denver
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Denver right here. Browse these options after you've booked your flight from Mexico City to Denver:
Denver Art Museum and Union Station are just the start of the leading attractions to add to your Denver travel itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Denver Botanic Gardens.
Explore more of United States
Denver has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of United States you'll want to see. About 105 kilometers south of Denver, a trip to Colorado Springs will keep your itinerary busy. Start with leading sights like US Northern Command (USNORTHCOM) / North American Aerospace Defense Command (NORAD) Headquarters, Cheyenne Mountain Air Force Station and National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA).
Aurora is another well-known destination in United States and is around 13 kilometers east of Denver. No journey is complete without a visit to Magellan's Travel Solutions and Gear, The Fairways at Lowry and Retired Enlisted Association Inc.