Travelling from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) to Mexico City: what you need to know
Approximately 4 hours 20 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Mexico City.
Mexico City is one hour behind Minneapolis, where Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport is located. Mexico City follows the UTC-6 timezone.
With seven departures a week between the two airports, Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) to Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) is the most popular route. Board Delta Air Lines's 08:55 flight to get your journey from MSP to MEX underway.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your MSP to Mexico City flight.
Delays at security and check-in are more likely if you're jetting off during high season, so allow some extra breathing room. A good rule of thumb for peak times? Arrive up to four hours early for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Direct Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Mexico City tickets are available for booking. Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) will be your arrival point.
Delta Air Lines is a well-known airline that operates direct flights from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Mexico City.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially score a cheaper plane ticket from MSP to Mexico City. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search. Take a detour (and maybe pocket some savings) by stopping at one of these connecting airports:
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
Cancun International Airport (CUN)
MSP is about 7 miles from central Minneapolis. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 25 minutes.
Looking for a hotel close to MSP? If you're boarding an early flight from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Mexico City, these stays set you up for a seamless send-off:
Of the flights that depart from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport, 77.37% touch down on time at their destination.
The address for MSP is 6040 28th Avenue South.
How to find the cheapest flights from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) to Mexico City
£112 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Mexico City flight. A round-trip plane ticket right now is £260. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from MSP to Mexico City. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the nearer your departure date, the more expensive your ticket may be.
Finding cheap tickets from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Mexico City is more likely if you're flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to get the lowest prices across each month and land a fantastic deal.
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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 takes about 25 minutes.
Getting to the centre on public transport takes about 55 minutes.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Mexico City. Check in to one of these accommodation options near MEX instead:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Benito Juarez International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from INFINITY RENT, MEX or America and experience the lesser-explored corners of Mexico City and beyond.
To get the lowest price, reserve your ride from Benito Juarez International Airport around four weeks in advance of your flight from MSP to Mexico City.
Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU)
Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU) is roughly 25 miles from the centre of Mexico City. Following your flight from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Mexico City, it'll take you around 55 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
The journey will take roughly 1 hour 45 minutes on public transport.
Verticca Hotel is one accommodation option within an easy drive of NLU. Check in here after your MSP to Mexico City flight and then put up the 'Do not disturb' sign to enjoy some uninterrupted rest.
Europcar, MEX and Keddy By Europcar make collecting a Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport rental car easy and quick. These reliable suppliers are located in or around the terminal and will have you on the road before long.
Avoid last-minute price surges. Booking your ride one week ahead of your arrival at NLU will save you money.
Best time to go to Mexico City
Carefully consider your travel dates before securing your flight from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Mexico City. The city buzzes in high season, but hotel prices are usually higher and major attractions can get busy. Visit Mexico City in the low season for a more relaxed vibe.
The warmest month in Mexico City is April, with temperatures ranging between 10ºC (50ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Lock in your Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Mexico City plane ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from MSP to Mexico City in January when temperatures average between 6ºC (43ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF).
More about Mexico City
Once you've booked your flight from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Mexico City, find a hotel that offers both comfort and a great location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Mexico City:
Chapultepec Park and Zocalo are just the start of the big attractions to add to your Mexico City travel itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at National Museum of Anthropology.
Explore more of Mexico
You've done Mexico City, now it's time to discover other parts of Mexico. Journey around 290 miles west to Guadalajara to check off its popular sights. From Teatro Degollado to Portales Tlaquepaque Park and Zoologico Guadalajara, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Around 65 miles south-east of Mexico City, Puebla is another favourite stop in Mexico. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Mirador de Los Fuertes, Cuexcomate and Street of Candies.