Travelling from General Leobardo C Ruiz International Airport (ZCL) to Mexico City: what you need to know
Approximately 1 hour 30 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from General Leobardo C Ruiz International Airport to Mexico City.
Zacatecas (the location of General Leobardo C Ruiz International Airport) and Mexico City follow the same timezone — UTC-6.
General Leobardo C Ruiz International Airport (ZCL) to Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) is the most traveled route, with 12 departures a week to choose from. If you have things to do before leaving, the last flight from ZCL to MEX is with Aeromexico at 22:28. Choose the first departure operated by Aeromexico at 06:03 if you want to fly out earlier.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. That way, you won't have to rush to board your ZCL to Mexico City flight.
You can expect bigger queues during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
Direct General Leobardo C Ruiz International Airport to Mexico City tickets are available for booking. Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) is where you'll arrive.
Check out the promotions from Aeromexico. This airline operates direct flights from General Leobardo C Ruiz International Airport to Mexico City.
The journey from central Zacatecas to ZCL takes about 45 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a taxi, you'll cover the 18 kms (11 miles) in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
General Leobardo C Ruiz International Airport scores top marks for its on-time performance. 81% of flights that take off from ZCL reach their destination on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from General Leobardo C Ruiz International Airport (ZCL) to Mexico City
£52 is currently the lowest price for a one-way General Leobardo C Ruiz International Airport to Mexico City flight. Return plane tickets start from £90. These fares may change based on availability and demand.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to pick up cheap flights from ZCL to Mexico City if you book ahead. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird discounts.
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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'll take around 40 minutes to get there using public transport.
If you're arriving on a late flight from General Leobardo C Ruiz International Airport to Mexico City, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these hotels near MEX:
Reserving your vehicle from Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport about four weeks in advance of your flight from ZCL to Mexico City can help you lock in the best possible rate.
Mexico City Felipe Angeles International Airport (NLU)
Mexico City Felipe Angeles International Airport (NLU) is around 56 kms (35 miles) from the centre of Mexico City. After your flight from General Leobardo C Ruiz International Airport to Mexico City, it'll take you around 55 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or taxi.
If you travel by public transport, the ride to the centre will take you 2 hours or so.
You'll find a few terrific places to stay within a short drive of NLU. Ease into relaxation mode at Verticca Hotel after your ZCL to Mexico City flight.
Get exactly what you want. Securing your ride from NLU one week in advance often means lower prices and a wider choice of vehicles.
Best time to go to Mexico City
September is the most popular month for flights from General Leobardo C Ruiz International Airport to Mexico City. To steer clear of the crowds, visit Mexico City in November.
Book a General Leobardo C Ruiz International Airport to Mexico City plane ticket with a departure in May if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 12ºC to 30ºC.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from ZCL to Mexico City in January when temperatures average between 6ºC and 23ºC.
More about Mexico City
Start your Mexico City trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from General Leobardo C Ruiz International Airport to Mexico City, check out our range of hotels including:
Historic Centre (Centro Historico) and Zócalo are just the start of the major attractions to put on your Mexico City to-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Basilica of Our Lady of Guadalupe.
Explore more of Mexico
Guadalajara is just one of the many places in Mexico waiting to be explored after you've experienced 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 there's time to check out another side of Mexico, head for Puebla, about 105 kms (65 miles) southeast of Mexico City. Zócalo de Puebla, Temple of Our Lady of Guadalupe and Centro Histórico de Puebla are highlights.