Travelling from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX): what you need to know
12 hours 3 minutes is the average length of a direct flight from Frankfurt Airport to Benito Juarez International Airport. Mexico City is 7 hours behind Frankfurt and operates on the UTC-6 timezone.
Choose from 10 weekly flights from Frankfurt Airport to Benito Juarez International Airport. The 13:35 departure with Lufthansa is the earliest flight available between FRA and MEX. Lufthansa operates the latest service of the day at 21:00 if you're not into early starts.
Be prepared for bigger queues during popular months like July and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Lufthansa runs direct flights from Frankfurt Airport to Benito Juarez International Airport. Book with this popular airline, and get ready to discover the sights in Mexico City — plus maybe even more of Mexico if time allows.
If you want a stopover for your flight from Frankfurt Airport to Benito Juarez International Airport, just deselect 'Direct flights only' and look at all your options. These are the popular stopovers between FRA and MEX:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport
Charles de Gaulle Airport
Before getting your cheap ticket from FRA to MEX, check if you need a visa to enter Mexico. Visa and travel document requirements can vary and are updated frequently. For the latest information, contact the nearest consulate or embassy of the country you're flying to.
How to find the cheapest flights from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Frankfurt Airport to Benito Juarez International Airport is $608. The cheapest price for a return flight is $948. Keep in mind that fares may change due to availability when booking.
Book 9 months before travelling. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap flight tickets from FRA to MEX.
May is the cheapest month for tickets from Frankfurt Airport to Benito Juarez International Airport. If you need to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices across every month.
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Handy information about Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Frankfurt Airport is around 14 kilometres from central Frankfurt. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 21 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 37 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel near FRA? If you're boarding an early flight from Frankfurt Airport to Benito Juarez International Airport, these stays will have you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Frankfurt Airport to Benito Juarez International Airport. Reserve one of these accommodation options near MEX instead:
Getting from Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) to central Mexico City
From Benito Juarez International Airport, Mexico City is approximately 8 kilometres away. It takes around 24 minutes to reach the centre driving.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of about 57 minutes.
When to fly to Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Frankfurt Airport to Benito Juarez International Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Mexico City. If you want a more peaceful vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Mexico City is April, with temperatures ranging between 10ºC and 28ºC. Lock in your flights from Frankfurt Airport to Benito Juarez International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
Look for cheap flight tickets from FRA to MEX in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 6ºC and 23ºC on average.
More about Mexico City
If you're looking for somewhere to lay your head, you can find the best places to stay in Mexico City right here. Explore these options as soon as you've booked your flight from FRA to MEX:
Zocalo and Day trip from Mexico city to Teotihuacan (Self-Guided walking tour) by FreeGuides.com are just the start of the leading attractions to put on your Mexico City to-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Chapultepec Park.
If you want more flexibility and choice when planning your journey, consider arriving or departing from Santa Lucia Air Force Base (NLU). This international airport is also a popular option for getting to or from Mexico City.
Complete your Mexico City trip with hotels and a car rental
You've booked your cheap ticket to Benito Juarez International Airport — next up is finding a great place to stay, and perhaps even a set of wheels. We've compared prices across hundreds of companies to bring you the top hotels and car rental deals in Mexico City.