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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best round-trip flight from Mexicali Airport to Mexico City? If you want to travel next month, round-trip fares start from $128. Find the lowest prices on one-way and round-trip tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Mexicali to Mexico City

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Mexicali to Mexico City flights are currently cheapest in July.

Direct flights from Mexicali to Mexico City

Alternative Mexicali to Mexico City routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Mexicali to Mexico City? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Mexicali to Mexico City: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$128
Cheapest month to flyJune
Average flight time3 hrs, 23 mins
Most popular airlineLATAM Airlines
Average flights per week76

Finding cheap flights from Mexicali to Mexico City: Frequently asked questions

There are 3 airports in Mexico City: Mexico City Juarez International, Felipe Angeles International and Toluca.
The best price we found for a round-trip flight from Mexicali to Mexico City is $128. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
3 hours and 23 minutes is the average flight time from Mexicali to Mexico City.
LATAM Airlines, KLM and Aeromexico fly direct from Mexicali to Mexico City.
There are 76 flights per week flying from Mexicali to Mexico City, as of June 2026.
The cheapest month to fly from Mexicali to Mexico City is usually June.
If you're flying from Mexicali Airport, the cheapest airport near Mexico City is Mexico City Juarez International – which is 6.4 km away from the center of Mexico City. We've found flights to this airport from $128.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Mexicali Airport to Mexico City on Thursday, June 25, 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 3 hours and 23 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Mexico City but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar, and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Mexico City is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In June, the average temperature is usually around 17°C. June is typically the warmest month in Mexico City, when it usually averages around 24°C. You can expect the least rain in December. The coldest month is December, with temperatures averaging 5°C. The rainiest month is September.
Currently, Viva and Volaris offer the cheapest flight tickets to Mexico City.

Traveling from General Rodolfo Sanchez Taboada Intl Airport (MXL) to Mexico City: what you need to know

  • The average time for a direct flight from General Rodolfo Sanchez Taboada Intl Airport to Mexico City is 3 hours 35 minutes.

  • The timezone in Mexico City is UTC-6. The city is two hours ahead of Mexicali, where General Rodolfo Sanchez Taboada Intl Airport is located.

  • The most popular route is from General Rodolfo Sanchez Taboada Intl Airport (MXL) to Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX). Take your pick of 22 services every week between these two airports. If you'd like to get going as soon as possible, the earliest flight from MXL to MEX is the 00:35 Aeromexico option. If you'd rather travel later, the last departure is at 23:58 with Aeromexico.

  • For a relaxed start to your MXL to Mexico City flight, leave enough time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.

  • Be prepared for longer queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.

  • Direct General Rodolfo Sanchez Taboada Intl Airport to Mexico City tickets are available for booking. Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) is where you'll be landing.

  • Book your ticket with Aeromexico. This leading carrier operates direct flights from General Rodolfo Sanchez Taboada Intl Airport to Mexico City.

  • Located around 19 kilometers from central Mexicali, MXL can be reached in about 10 minutes by car, depending on traffic. Traveling on public transport will take roughly 20 minutes.

  • When it comes to General Rodolfo Sanchez Taboada Intl Airport's on-time performance, data shows 78% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.

How to find the cheapest flights from General Rodolfo Sanchez Taboada Intl Airport (MXL) to Mexico City

  • $73 is currently the lowest price for a one-way General Rodolfo Sanchez Taboada Intl Airport to Mexico City flight. A return plane ticket starts from $128. These prices can change based on demand.

  • Lock in cheap flights from MXL to Mexico City by booking one month ahead. Based on our research, that's the best time for landing a bargain.

  • The best month for scoring cheap General Rodolfo Sanchez Taboada Intl Airport to Mexico City tickets is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then select the dates that offer the lowest fares.

  • Snapping up a cheap flight from MXL to Mexico City is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic notifications and we'll notify you when a deal gets even better.

  • Snag an affordable flight from General Rodolfo Sanchez Taboada Intl Airport to Mexico City with the help of our filters. Choose your ideal departure time, duration and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.

Airports in Mexico City

Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)

  • Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) to the center of Mexico City takes about 30 minutes by car. The center is roughly 13 kilometers away.

  • It typically takes 40 minutes if you're traveling by public transport.

  • Consider booking a hotel near MEX if you're coming in on a late flight from General Rodolfo Sanchez Taboada Intl Airport to Mexico City. Select one of these accommodation options and make your first night all about catching up on rest:

  • Booking your vehicle from Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport about four weeks in advance of your flight from MXL to Mexico City can help you secure the lowest rate.

Mexico City Felipe Angeles International Airport (NLU)

  • The center of Mexico City is around 56 kilometers from Mexico City Felipe Angeles International Airport (NLU). After your flight from General Rodolfo Sanchez Taboada Intl Airport to Mexico City has landed and you've made your way through the terminal, the drive should be around 55 minutes.

  • If you choose to travel on public transport, the ride to the center takes 2 hours or so.

  • Verticca Hotel is a comfortable accommodation option within an easy drive of NLU. Drop your bags here after your MXL to Mexico City flight and then hang the 'Do not disturb' sign to enjoy some uninterrupted rest.

  • Avoid last-minute price surges. Booking your ride one week before your arrival at NLU will help you stay within budget.

Best time to go to Mexico City

  • September is the most popular month for flights from General Rodolfo Sanchez Taboada Intl Airport to Mexico City. To avoid the crowds, plan your trip to Mexico City in November.

  • Book a General Rodolfo Sanchez Taboada Intl Airport to Mexico City plane ticket with a departure in May if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 12ºC (54ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).

  • Look for cheap tickets from MXL to Mexico City in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 6ºC (43ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF) on average.

More about Mexico City

  • When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Mexico City right here. Explore these hotels as soon as you've locked in your flight from General Rodolfo Sanchez Taboada Intl Airport to Mexico City:

  • All great adventures should include a little sightseeing. Historic Center (Centro Historico), Zócalo and Basilica of Our Lady of Guadalupe are essential stops on your Mexico City itinerary.

Explore more of Mexico

  • Guadalajara is just one of the many places in Mexico waiting to be discovered once you've seen Mexico City. Around 467 kilometers away to the west, its top attractions include Guadalajara Cathedral, Temple of Our Lady of Guadalupe and Mural Gigante FRIDA KHALO.

  • Around 105 kilometers southeast of Mexico City, Puebla is another essential stop in Mexico. No visit is complete without checking out Zócalo de Puebla, Temple of Our Lady of Guadalupe and Centro Histórico de Puebla.

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