Flying from Reykjavik to Mexico City: what you need to know
Planning your getaway begins with working out where you'll fly out of in Reykjavik. Keflavik International Airport (KEF) is the city's main airport, so check out your options for reserving a flight from Reykjavik to Mexico City jetting off from here.
Hop off your plane in Mexico City at Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) or Felipe Ángeles International Airport (NLU).
The timezone in Mexico City is UTC-6, which is six hours behind Reykjavik.
To ensure you board your Reykjavik to Mexico City flight, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Reykjavik to Mexico City
Booking in advance is often the key to locking in a cheap Reykjavik to Mexico City flight. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest plane tickets from Reykjavik to Mexico City across every month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.
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Flying from Reykjavik
Keflavik International Airport (KEF)
Consider adding a stopover to potentially save on your Reykjavik to Mexico City flight. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Keflavik International Airport. Take a pause at one of these airports:
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Travelling from central Reykjavik to KEF takes about 1 hour 15 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 40 kms (25 miles) in 50 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Planning to catch an early flight from Reykjavik to Mexico City? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near Keflavik International Airport:
When it comes to Keflavik International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 66.96% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Arriving in Mexico City
Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) is approximately 6 kms (4 miles) from the centre of Mexico City. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 25 minutes.
Getting there by public transport takes roughly 55 minutes.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Reykjavik to Mexico City, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these hotels near MEX:
Pick up a Benito Juarez International Airport rental car and explore Mexico City and beyond with your own wheels. INFINITY RENT, MEX and America are top providers you can book with here.
Booking your vehicle from Benito Juarez International Airport around four weeks ahead increases your chances of getting a good deal.
Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU)
Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU) is around 32 kms (20 miles) from the centre of Mexico City. Following your flight from Reykjavik to Mexico City, it takes approximately 55 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
If you're catching public transport, it'll take around 1 hour 45 minutes.
Holiday Inn & Suites Mexico Felipe Angeles Airport is one accommodation option within a short drive of NLU. Check in here after your flight from Reykjavik to Mexico City and then hang 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 simple. These trusted companies are located in or around the terminal and will have you behind the wheel before you know it.
Get exactly what you want. Securing your ride from NLU one week in advance often means lower prices and a wider range of vehicles.
Best time to go to Mexico City
April is the quietest month for flights from Reykjavik to Mexico City, while July is the most popular. Choose the best time to visit Mexico City based on whether you like a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Mexico City is April, with temperatures ranging between 10ºC (50ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Lock in your Reykjavik to Mexico City ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
January sees average temperatures of between 6ºC (43ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF). Search for cheap flights from Reykjavik to Mexico City around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Mexico City
Once you've booked your flight from Reykjavik to Mexico City, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Mexico City:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be tricky to know where to start. Zocalo, Chapultepec Park and National Museum of Anthropology are top attractions which should be on any well-planned Mexico City itinerary.
Explore more of Mexico
Ecatepec de Morelos is just one of the many places in Mexico waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Mexico City. Around 13 miles to the north-east, top sights here include Grupo Scout 360 Aztlan, mirador del Valle Park and Kinder casanueva.
Guadalajara is another well-known destination in Mexico and is around 290 miles west of Mexico City. No journey is complete without visiting Guadalajara Cathedral, Teatro Degollado and Portales Tlaquepaque Park.