Travelling from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to Mexico City: what you need to know
The timezone in Mexico City is UTC-6. The city is eight hours behind Cape Town, where Cape Town International Airport is located.
To avoid rushing for your CPT to Mexico City flight, allow plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Longer lines at security and check-in are more likely if you're flying during high season, so give yourself even more breathing space. A good rule of thumb for peak times? Get there up to four hours early for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially unlock a cheaper plane ticket from CPT to Mexico City. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search. Take a detour (and maybe pocket some savings) by stopping at one of these connection hubs:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Central Cape Town to CPT is around 11 miles. Depending on traffic conditions, it'll take about 20 minutes to reach there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Searching for a hotel near CPT? If you're catching an early flight from Cape Town International Airport to Mexico City, these accommodation options set you up for a seamless send-off:
Cape Town International Airport has an excellent on-time record, reducing your chances of a delayed flight. Departures from CPT land on schedule 81.65% of the time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to Mexico City
£439 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Cape Town International Airport to Mexico City flight. A return plane ticket right now is £905. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares may change.
Booking early is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from CPT to Mexico City. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the closer you get to departure, the more it could cost you.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel dates, make the most of the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the lowest price across every month when searching for a Cape Town International Airport to Mexico City ticket.
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Airports in Mexico City
Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) is around 5 miles from the centre of Mexico City. If you're grabbing a cab or a ride-share, the drive will take roughly 25 minutes.
Travelling to the centre on public transport typically takes 55 minutes.
Look into staying at a hotel near MEX if you have a late flight from Cape Town International Airport to Mexico City. Choose one of these options and make your first night all about rest:
Pick up a Benito Juarez International Airport rental car and discover Mexico City and beyond with your own set of wheels. INFINITY RENT, MEX and America are top outlets to choose from here.
For the lowest price, book your vehicle from Benito Juarez International Airport around four weeks in advance of your flight from CPT to Mexico City.
Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU)
Once your flight from Cape Town International Airport to Mexico City has touched down, you can reach the city centre in around 55 minutes by car. Central Mexico City is roughly 25 miles from Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU).
If you're catching public transport, it'll take around 1 hour 45 minutes.
Unpack and relax not long after your CPT to Mexico City flight at Verticca Hotel. This comfortable accommodation option is a quick drive from NLU.
Europcar, MEX and Keddy By Europcar make picking up a Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport rental car easy and quick. These companies are located in or around the terminal and will have you ready to go in a flash.
Get what you want, not just what's left over. Securing your ride from NLU one week ahead of time often means better deals and a bigger choice of vehicles.
Best time to go to Mexico City
Carefully consider your dates before booking your flight from Cape Town International Airport to Mexico City. The city buzzes during high season, but hotel rates are often higher and major attractions can be crowded. Go to Mexico City in the low season if you want a more relaxed vibe.
Book a Cape Town International Airport to Mexico City plane ticket with a departure in April to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 10ºC (50ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from CPT to Mexico City in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 6ºC (43ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF) on average.
More about Mexico City
Start your Mexico City trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Cape Town International Airport to Mexico City, check out our selection of hotels including:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be tricky to work out where to begin. Chapultepec Park, Zocalo and National Museum of Anthropology are top sights which should feature on every 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 290 miles away to the west, well-known attractions include Teatro Degollado, Portales Tlaquepaque Park and Zoologico Guadalajara.
Puebla is another must-experience destination in Mexico and is around 65 miles south-east of Mexico City. No journey is complete without a visit to Mirador de Los Fuertes, Cuexcomate and Street of Candies.