Traveling from Veracruz Airport (VER) to Oaxaca Airport (OAX): what you need to know
Oaxaca's timezone is UTC-6, which is the same as Veracruz.
Leave plenty of time to make your VER to OAX flight. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like November, it's best to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're traveling during peak periods in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Veracruz Airport (VER) to Oaxaca Airport (OAX)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Veracruz Airport to Oaxaca Airport flight is $79. A return ticket is currently $164. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
It's usually best to book ahead of time if you're looking for cheap tickets from VER to OAX. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
Getting cheap flights from Veracruz Airport to Oaxaca Airport is more likely if you can be flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the best prices across each month and snap up a great deal.
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Handy information about Veracruz Airport (VER)
Veracruz Airport scores top marks for on-time performance. 85% of flights that depart VER reach their destination on time.
To reach Veracruz Airport from central Veracruz, it'll take around 20 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 11 kilometers from the airport to the city center.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a trip time of around 35 minutes.
Need a handy hotel close to VER? If you've booked an early flight from Veracruz Airport to Oaxaca Airport, these stays will put you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Oaxaca Airport (OAX)
If you're coming in on a late Veracruz Airport to Oaxaca Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these options near OAX:
Pick up a Oaxaca Airport rental car and explore Oaxaca and beyond with your own set of wheels. MEX, Economy and Europcar are well-known companies to choose from here.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your ride from Oaxaca Airport around one week before traveling.
Getting from Oaxaca Airport (OAX) to central Oaxaca
Oaxaca Airport to the center of Oaxaca has a drive time of about 20 minutes. It's approximately 8 kilometers away.
Traveling on public transport takes about 35 minutes.
When to fly to Oaxaca Airport (OAX)
June is the most popular month for flights from Veracruz Airport to Oaxaca Airport. To skip the crowds, travel to Oaxaca in March.
The warmest month in Oaxaca is April, with the temperature ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Lock in your flights from Veracruz Airport to Oaxaca Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from VER to OAX in January. Average temperatures are between 7ºC (45ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF) then.
Explore more of Mexico
You've visited Oaxaca, now it's time to explore more of Mexico. Journey about 370 kilometers north-west to Mexico City to tick off its leading attractions. From Zócalo to Historic Center (Centro Historico) and Basilica of Our Lady of Guadalupe, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Around 370 kilometers north-west of Oaxaca, Ecatepec de Morelos is another favorite stop in Mexico. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Zoologico Zacango, Centro Ecoturistico y Educación Ambiental Sierra de Guadalupe and Botanical Garden.