Question 1

What is the best month to visit Mexico City?

Accepted Answer

The best months to visit Mexico City are March, April, and May before the rain starts. Spring in Mexico City is warm and relatively dry compared to other seasons. Also, around Easter, locals travel out of the city. This period is also an excellent choice for your future travel.

Question 2

What is the cheapest month to fly to Mexico City?

Accepted Answer

January is usually the cheapest month to travel to Mexico City. The high season is June and July, so the prices increase in summer. Yet, you can always get updates about the best flight deals with Kiwi.com price alerts.

Question 3

Which Mexico City airport is closer to the city?

Accepted Answer

The nearest airport to the city is Mexico City (MEX) Airport (also known as Benito Juárez International Airport). It is just 4.7 km away from the city center.

Question 4

How to get from the airport to Mexico City city center?

Accepted Answer

Type of transport
    Travel time
    Cost

By bus – Line 4 Metrobus
    30 minutes
    $1.5

Metro Line 5
    20 minutes
    $0.30

Taxi
    20 minutes
    $13-15

Question 5

How many days to spend in Mexico City?

Accepted Answer

Three days will be enough if you plan a short trip to Mexico City. This way, you can visit the three main areas: Centro Historico, Chapultepec/Polanco, and Coyoacan/San Angel. If you want to visit places of interest nearby Mexico City, plan a vacation for eight to ten days.

Question 6

Is it better to fly into Mexico City (MEX) Airport or Mexico City Santa Lucia Apt (NLU)?

Accepted Answer

Mexico City (MEX) Airport is the main airport of Mexico City. It is only five kilometers from the city center. Travelers prefer to fly to this airport because Mexico City Santa Lucia Airport (NLU) is far from downtown.

Question 7

How far in advance should I book a flight to Mexico City?

Accepted Answer

The optimal time to book tickets is four to six weeks before departure to get the best price. In addition, you can buy tickets during sales periods – for example, on Black Friday, before the New Year, etc. Set up price change notifications on Kiwi.com and never miss a low flight price!

Question 8

Is Mexico City expensive for tourists?

Accepted Answer

You’ll need about $100 daily to explore Mexico City, including accommodation, food, and entertainment. The average cost per night in a hotel in Mexico City is $50. Food costs about $20 per person per day. Thus, a week in Mexico City will cost around $500-700 for a budget solo traveler or $1,000—1,400 for a couple.

Question 9

Is it safe to walk in Mexico City at night?

Accepted Answer

It is not recommended to walk alone at night in Mexico City. If you plan to explore the local nightlife, it’s best to do so in groups. However, the historical part of the city, where tourists walk, is safe even at night.

Month	Average monthly max temperature	Average monthly min temperature
January	21°C	8°C
February	23°C	9°C
March	25°C	11°C
April	27°C	13°C
May	27°C	14°C
June	24°C	13°C
July	22°C	12°C
August	22°C	12°C
September	22°C	12°C
October	22°C	10°C
November	22°C	9°C
December	21°C	9°C

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