Travelling from Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST): what you need to know
Istanbul is nine hours ahead of Mexico City and follows the UTC+3 timezone.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your MEX to IST flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
If you want to break up your flight, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Benito Juarez International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport. Here are the top stopovers between MEX and IST:
London Heathrow Airport
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Charles de Gaulle Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
$605 is the lowest price for a one-way Benito Juarez International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport flight. A return flight starts at $1,695. These prices can change based on demand.
To find cheap tickets from MEX to IST, book early. Airlines usually offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first made available.
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Handy information about Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
80.91% of flights leaving Benito Juarez International Airport reach their destination on schedule. Given its solid on-time performance, disruptions are unlikely when jetting out of MEX.
Benito Juarez International Airport is around 8 kilometres from central Mexico City. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Catching public transport? Expect a trip time of around 55 minutes.
Have an early flight from Benito Juarez International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels close to MEX:
Arriving at Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Reserve a hotel near IST if you're catching a late Benito Juarez International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport flight. Settle into one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
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Reserving your ride from Istanbul Ataturk Airport around two weeks in advance gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Getting from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to central Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport is roughly 48 kilometres from the centre of Istanbul. The drive time takes about 50 minutes.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour 45 minutes.
When to fly to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
April is the most popular month for flights from Benito Juarez International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport. For a quieter experience, visit Istanbul in February.
The warmest month in Istanbul is August, with the temperature ranging between 20ºC (68ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Lock in your flights from Benito Juarez International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Look for cheap tickets from MEX to IST in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 2ºC (36ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF) on average.
Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)
You've seen Istanbul, now it's time to discover other parts of Türkiye (Turkey). Travel around 354 kilometres east to Ankara to check off its top sights. From Museum of Anatolian Civilizations to Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Genclik Park, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Izmir is another standout destination in Türkiye (Turkey) and is around 322 kilometres south-west of Istanbul. No trip is complete without dropping by Kordonboyu, Kadifekale Castle and Konak Square.