Travelling from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Mexico City: what you need to know
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport is located in Melbourne. Operating on the UTC-6 timezone, Mexico City is 17 hours behind Melbourne.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your flight from MEL to Mexico City.
Travelling over a peak time such as July? Public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to take a break from travelling — and possibly even explore a different city. When browsing flights from MEL to Mexico City, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Here are some options to consider:
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
You don't need a visa for Mexico if you have a passport from Australia and are visiting for tourism purposes. Visa and travel documentation requirements are subject to changes. So before locking in your cheap tickets from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Mexico City, check with your airline and your destination country's local consulate or embassy for the most up-to-date information.
The journey from central Melbourne to MEL takes approximately 42 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 24 kilometres in 28 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want a handy hotel close to MEL? If you've booked an early flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Mexico City, these stays will have you moments from your departure lounge:
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Mexico City
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Mexico City is $780. The cheapest price for a return flight is $1,589. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To score cheap tickets from MEL to Mexico City, book ahead. Airlines generally offer lower prices when flights are first released.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, make the most of the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the lowest price across every month when searching for a ticket from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Mexico City.
Log into your online account or use the app to set up a Price Alert. You'll be notified right away if there's a better deal on this route. It doesn't take long, and it'll save you from searching for flight tickets from MEL to Mexico City every day.
Take advantage of the filters to find your ideal journey. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Mexico City, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.
Airports in Mexico City
Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) to central Mexico City is roughly 8 kilometres. It takes about 24 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It'll take around 57 minutes to get there using public transport.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Mexico City, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these hotels near MEX:
Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU)
Central Mexico City is approximately 40 kilometres from Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU). As soon as your flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Mexico City has touched down and you've navigated your way to arrivals, expect a drive of about 55 minutes.
Public transport will get you there in approximately 1 hour and 46 minutes.
Relax and unpack not long after your flight from MEL to Mexico City at Villa Granada. This comfy accommodation option is an easy drive from NLU.
Best time to go to Mexico City
July is the busiest month to board a flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Mexico City while April is the quietest. To work out the best time to visit Mexico City, consider whether you prefer a lively vibe or a quieter pace.
Before you book a flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Mexico City, think about the type of weather you enjoy. April is the warmest month in Mexico City, with temperatures ranging from 10ºC to 28ºC.
Look for cheap flights from MEL to Mexico City 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
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Mexico City right here. Explore these options as soon as you've booked your flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Mexico City:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be tricky to work out where to begin. Zocalo, Chapultepec Park and National Museum of Anthropology are highlights which should be on every Mexico City itinerary.
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