Travelling from Valencia Airport (VLC) to Mexico City: what you need to know
The timezone in Mexico City is UTC-6. The city is seven hours behind Valencia, where Valencia Airport is located.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your VLC to Mexico City flight.
You can expect bigger queues during popular months like June. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
Located around 10 kms (6 miles) from the centre of Valencia, VLC can be reached in about 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport will take roughly 30 minutes.
Searching for a hotel close to VLC? If you're catching an early flight from Valencia Airport to Mexico City, these accommodation options set you up for a seamless send-off:
Valencia Airport has an excellent on-time record, so you're less likely to experience disruptions. Departures from VLC arrive at their destination as scheduled 81% of the time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Valencia Airport (VLC) to Mexico City
£311 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Valencia Airport to Mexico City flight. A round-trip ticket right now is £553. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from VLC to Mexico City if you book ahead. Airlines often have some excellent early bird rates.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, check out the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the lowest price across each month when searching for your Valencia Airport to Mexico City ticket.
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Airports in Mexico City
Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
The distance from Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) to central Mexico City is roughly 13 kms (8 miles). It'll take you about 30 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It takes around 40 minutes to get there by public transport.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Valencia Airport to Mexico City. Stay at one of these accommodation options near MEX instead:
To get the lowest price, book your vehicle from Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport about four weeks in advance of your flight from VLC to Mexico City.
Mexico City Felipe Angeles International Airport (NLU)
Mexico City Felipe Angeles International Airport (NLU) is about 56 kms (35 miles) from the centre of Mexico City. Following your flight from Valencia Airport to Mexico City, it'll take you around 55 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or taxi.
The journey will take roughly 2 hours on public transport.
You'll find a few terrific places to lay your head just a short drive from NLU. Switch to relaxation mode at Verticca Hotel after your VLC to Mexico City flight.
Get first dibs on the best options. Securing your ride from NLU one week in advance often means lower prices and a wider selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Mexico City
September is the most popular month for flights from Valencia Airport to Mexico City. To avoid the crowds, plan your trip to Mexico City in November.
Book a Valencia Airport to Mexico City plane ticket with a departure in May if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 12ºC to 30ºC.
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from VLC to Mexico City in January when temperatures average between 6ºC and 23ºC.
More about Mexico City
Start your Mexico City trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Valencia Airport to Mexico City, explore our selection of accommodation options including:
All great holidays should include a little sightseeing. Historic Centre (Centro Historico), Zócalo and Basilica of Our Lady of Guadalupe are essential stops on your Mexico City itinerary.
Explore more of Mexico
Guadalajara is just one of the many places in Mexico waiting to be explored after you've seen Mexico City. Around 467 kms (290 miles) away to the west, top sights here include Guadalajara Cathedral, Temple of Our Lady of Guadalupe and Mural Gigante FRIDA KHALO.
If you want to check out another major stop in Mexico, head for Puebla, roughly 105 kms (65 miles) southeast of Mexico City. Zócalo de Puebla, Temple of Our Lady of Guadalupe and Centro Histórico de Puebla are among its highlights.