Traveling from Viru Viru International Airport (VVI) to Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX): what you need to know
The timezone in Mexico City is UTC-6, which is two hours behind Santa Cruz.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your VVI to MEX flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
During popular months such as July, it's best to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're traveling during a peak period in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Viru Viru International Airport (VVI) to Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
$393 is currently the best price for a one-way Viru Viru International Airport to Benito Juarez International Airport flight. A return flight starts at $675. These prices may change depending on demand.
To score cheap tickets from VVI to MEX, book in advance. Airlines usually offer the most competitive fares when flights are first made available.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the lowest price across every month when searching for a flight from Viru Viru International Airport to Benito Juarez International Airport.
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Handy information about Viru Viru International Airport (VVI)
Of the flights that depart from Viru Viru International Airport, 62.94% land on schedule at their destination.
To reach Viru Viru International Airport from central Santa Cruz, it'll take about 30 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 18 kilometers from the airport to the city center.
Catching an early flight from Viru Viru International Airport to Benito Juarez International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these hotels near VVI:
Arriving at Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
Consider staying in a hotel close to MEX if you're on a late Viru Viru International Airport to Benito Juarez International Airport flight. Choose one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Go where the road takes you with a Benito Juarez International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from INFINITY RENT, MEX or America and experience more of Mexico City and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Benito Juarez International Airport about four weeks in advance.
Getting from Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) to central Mexico City
Benito Juarez International Airport is roughly 8 kilometers from the center of Mexico City. The drive time takes about 25 minutes.
When traveling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 55 minutes.
When to fly to Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
July is the most popular month for flights from Viru Viru International Airport to Benito Juarez International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, visit Mexico City in April.
Before locking in your flight from Viru Viru International Airport to Benito Juarez International Airport, consider the type of weather you like. April is the warmest month in Mexico City, with the temperature ranging from 10ºC (50ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from VVI to MEX in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 6ºC (43ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF) on average.
Explore more of Mexico
Mexico City has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of Mexico just waiting to be explored. About 21 kilometers north-east of Mexico City, a trip to Ecatepec de Morelos will fill your itinerary to the brim. Check out popular attractions like Grupo Scout 360 Aztlan, mirador del Valle Park and Kinder casanueva.
Around 467 kilometers west of Mexico City, Guadalajara is another essential stop in Mexico. Experience major highlights starting with Guadalajara Cathedral, Teatro Degollado and Portales Tlaquepaque Park.
