Flying from Daniel K. Inouye International Airport (HNL) to Mexico City: what you need to know
Daniel K. Inouye International Airport is located in Honolulu. Based in the UTC-6 timezone, Mexico City is 4 hours ahead of Honolulu.
For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to board your flight from HNL to Mexico City.
Peak months like July or holiday times such as spring break and Christmas will mean bigger lines at check-in and security. Play it safe and head to the terminal even earlier. Arriving two hours before a domestic flight and up four hours ahead of an international flight is wise.
Think about adding a stopover to possibly find a cheaper flight from HNL to Mexico City. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for the departures. Take a break from travelling at one of these popular airports:
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
If you have a passport from United States and are travelling to Mexico for tourism purposes, you won't need a visa. However, visa and entry requirements may differ based on the duration of your stay and are subject to change. For the latest rules, check with your destination's nearest consulate or embassy before reserving a cheap ticket from Daniel K. Inouye International Airport to Mexico City.
HNL is around 21 kilometres from central Honolulu. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 24 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be approximately 2 hours and 58 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Daniel K. Inouye International Airport to Mexico City? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays near HNL:
How to find the cheapest flights from Daniel K. Inouye International Airport (HNL) to Mexico City
$391 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Daniel K. Inouye International Airport to Mexico City. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $870. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from HNL to Mexico City if you book early. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird discounts.
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Airports in Mexico City
Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) to the centre of Mexico City takes around 24 minutes by car. It's approximately 8 kilometres away.
It takes roughly 57 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
Book a hotel close to MEX if you have a late flight from Daniel K. Inouye International Airport to Mexico City. Check in to one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU)
Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU) is about 40 kilometres from central Mexico City. Once you've hopped off your flight from Daniel K. Inouye International Airport to Mexico City, it'll take you around 55 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
You can also travel by public transport, which will take approximately 1 hour and 46 minutes.
You'll find a few welcoming accommodation options within a quick drive of NLU. Get into relaxation mode at Villa Granada after your flight from HNL to Mexico City.
Best time to go to Mexico City
July is the most popular month for flights from Daniel K. Inouye International Airport to Mexico City. To skip the crowds, head to Mexico City in April when it's quieter.
Book your flight from Daniel K. Inouye International Airport to Mexico City for April to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 10ºC to 28ºC.
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from HNL 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. As soon as you've booked your flight from Daniel K. Inouye International Airport to Mexico City, explore our range of hotels including:
All great journeys should include a little sightseeing. Zocalo, Chapultepec Park and National Museum of Anthropology are essential stops on your Mexico City itinerary.
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