Travelling from Mexico City to San Cristobal Airport (SCY): What you need to know
Mexico City is home to a couple of airports where you can set off on your adventure. Explore your options for booking a flight from Mexico City to San Cristobal Airport (SCY) departing from Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) or Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU).
San Cristobal's timezone is UTC-6, which is the same as Mexico City. San Cristobal Airport is located in San Cristobal.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Be at the airport with enough time to catch your flight from Mexico City to SCY.
Travelling during a peak time like school or public holidays? Expect longer lines at security and check-in. To give yourself peace of mind, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
Airports in Mexico City
Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
Located around 8 kms (5 miles) from central Mexico City, MEX can be reached in about 25 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport will take roughly 55 minutes.
Want a relaxed start to your travels? Stay near Benito Juarez International Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Mexico City to San Cristobal Airport or aren't a fan of being rushed, these hotels offer the perfect solution:
80.91% of flights departing from Benito Juarez International Airport arrive at their destination as planned. With its solid on-time performance, delays are unlikely when jetting out of MEX.
Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU)
You can arrive at NLU from central Mexico City in approximately 55 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 45 minutes to travel the 40 kms (25 miles) or so.
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When it comes to keeping flights on track, Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 67.58%.
About San Cristobal Airport (SCY)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Mexico City to San Cristobal Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your luggage at baggage claim and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these options near SCY:
How to find the cheapest flights from Mexico City to San Cristobal Airport (SCY)
£238 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Mexico City to San Cristobal Airport. Return flights start at £521. These prices may change based on demand.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Mexico City to SCY if you book early. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird deals.
Affordable Mexico City to San Cristobal Airport tickets are easier to find if your travel dates are flexible. Try using the 'Whole month' tool to compare fares across the month and then pick the cheapest day.
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Tailor your travel plans using filters. Select your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Mexico City to San Cristobal Airport.
The best time to fly from Mexico City to San Cristobal Airport (SCY)
August is when most people book flights from Mexico City to San Cristobal Airport (SCY). Visit San Cristobal in April if you'd rather avoid peak season.
Before locking in your Mexico City to SCY plane ticket, consider what kind of weather works for you. March is the warmest month in San Cristobal, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC (75ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from Mexico City to San Cristobal Airport in September if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 18ºC (64ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF).
Explore more of Ecuador
San Cristobal has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of Ecuador waiting to be discovered. Around 153 kms (95 miles) west of San Cristobal, a trip to Puerto Villamil will keep you on the move. Start with attractions like Parque Nacional Galapagos, Playa Isabela and Playa del Amor.
Where to next? Head off for Puerto Velasco Ibarra. It's around 105 kms (65 miles) south-west of San Cristobal and boasts highlights like Playa Negra.
