Flying from Los Cabos International Airport (SJD) to Mexico City: what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Los Cabos International Airport to Mexico City and you'll be traveling for an average of 2 hours 20 minutes.
Los Cabos International Airport is located in San Jose Cabo. Following the UTC-6 timezone, Mexico City is one hour ahead of San Jose Cabo.
Los Cabos International Airport (SJD) to Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) is the most popular route, with 46 flights a week to choose from. If you have things to do before leaving, the last flight from SJD to MEX is with Volaris at 21:08. Choose the first departure operated by Aeromexico at 06:00 if you want to get on your way earlier.
Leave enough time to get on your SJD to Mexico City flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Be prepared for longer lines during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.
Begin your trip at SJD and travel straight to Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX). That's where you can expect to land when searching for Los Cabos International Airport to Mexico City tickets.
You'll find a good selection of airlines operating direct flights from Los Cabos International Airport to Mexico City, including:
To get to SJD from central San Jose Cabo, it takes around 20 minutes if you're planning to drive. It's roughly 11 kilometers from the airport to the city center.
Looking for a hotel close to SJD? If you're boarding an early flight from Los Cabos International Airport to Mexico City, these accommodation options will put you moments from check-in:
Of all flights leaving Los Cabos International Airport, 73.83% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Los Cabos International Airport (SJD) to Mexico City
$14 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Los Cabos International Airport to Mexico City flight. A return ticket right now is $36. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares may change.
To score cheap flights from SJD to Mexico City, book your trip five months before your planned departure.
September is the best month for scoring a fantastic deal on Los Cabos International Airport to Mexico City tickets. If you need to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for every month.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from SJD to Mexico City by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.
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Airports in Mexico City
Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) is around 8 kilometers from the center of Mexico City. If you're opting for a ride-share or a cab, the drive will take roughly 25 minutes.
Getting there on public transport typically takes 55 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Los Cabos International Airport to Mexico City, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these accommodation options near MEX:
Grab a Benito Juarez International Airport rental car and explore Mexico City and beyond with your own wheels. INFINITY RENT, MEX and America are popular outlets you can book with here.
For the best deal, reserve your ride from Benito Juarez International Airport about four weeks in advance of your flight from SJD to Mexico City.
Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU)
After your flight from Los Cabos International Airport to Mexico City has touched down, you can reach the city center in about 55 minutes by car. Central Mexico City is roughly 40 kilometers from Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU).
Traveling by public transport will take about 1 hour 45 minutes.
Verticca Hotel is one accommodation option within a short drive of NLU. Settle in here after your SJD to Mexico City flight and then hang the 'Do not disturb' sign to enjoy some uninterrupted rest.
No time to waste? The fastest way to get to where you're going is with a Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Europcar, MEX or Keddy By Europcar and be on your way in a flash.
Avoid last-minute price surges. Securing your ride one week before your arrival at NLU will save you money.
Best time to go to Mexico City
Before locking in your flights from Los Cabos International Airport to Mexico City, consider which time of year works best for you. Peak season in Mexico City offers a bustling atmosphere and plenty to do, while the low season brings cheaper deals on hotels and fewer crowds.
The warmest month in Mexico City is April, with temperatures ranging between 10ºC (50ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Lock in your Los Cabos International Airport to Mexico City plane ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Search for cheap tickets from SJD to Mexico City in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 6ºC (43ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF) on average.
More about Mexico City
Once you've booked your flight from Los Cabos International Airport to Mexico City, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Mexico City:
Every great vacation has to include a little sightseeing. Chapultepec Park, Zocalo and National Museum of Anthropology are attractions you won't want to skip in Mexico City.
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, popular attractions include Teatro Degollado, Portales Tlaquepaque Park and Zoologico Guadalajara.
Puebla is another standout destination in Mexico and is around 105 kilometers south-east of Mexico City. No journey is complete without a visit to Mirador de Los Fuertes, Cuexcomate and Street of Candies.
