Travelling from Milan to Mexico City: what you need to know
When searching for a flight from Milan to Mexico City, there's a good range of airports to depart from. Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP), Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY) and Milano Linate Airport (LIN) are among Milan's main terminals.
When landing in Mexico City, Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) and Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU) are the primary gateways.
The timezone in Mexico City is UTC-6, which is seven hours behind Milan.
Give yourself enough time to catch your Milan to Mexico City flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You can expect longer queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.
How to find the cheapest flights from Milan to Mexico City
To pick up cheap Milan to Mexico City flights, book as early as you can. Airlines typically offer lower fares when flights are first released.
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Flying from Milan
Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to break up your journey — and perhaps even tour another city. When browsing Milan to Mexico City flights leaving from Milano Malpensa Airport, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Consider one of these popular options:
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Located around 40 kilometres from the centre of Milan, MXP can be reached in about 45 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport is roughly 55 minutes.
Want a leisurely start to your journey? Stay near Milano Malpensa Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Milan to Mexico City or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Of all flights departing from Milano Malpensa Airport, 68.23% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY)
Get more out of your holiday with a stopover on your Milan to Mexico City flight. Visit friends or family or cross another city off your list. Whatever you decide to do, check out these stops between Orio al Serio International Airport and Mexico City:
Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
You can get to BGY from central Milan in about 1 hour by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport takes roughly 2 hours 20 minutes to travel the 48 kilometres or so.
Start your holiday early with an extra night away from home. Before catching your flight from Milan to Mexico City, stay in one of these hotels close to Orio al Serio International Airport:
67.49% of flights taking off from Orio al Serio International Airport arrive within the expected time frame.
Milano Linate Airport (LIN)
Booking a ticket from Milan to Mexico City with one or more stops can offer you more departure time choices and access to cheaper fares. When departing from Milano Linate Airport (LIN), here's where you can detour to on the way to Mexico City:
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
From the centre of Milan, LIN is around 8 kilometres away. It takes roughly 30 minutes to arrive by car and 45 minutes or so on public transport.
Stay in bed a little longer and still make your Milan to Mexico City flight with plenty of time to spare. These hotels near Milano Linate Airport make getting to the terminal a breeze if you're flying out first thing:
Flights that leave from LIN reach their destination on schedule 79.56% of the time.
Arriving in Mexico City
Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) is approximately 6 kilometres from the centre of Mexico City. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive will take around 25 minutes.
It typically takes 55 minutes to get there when travelling by public transport.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Milan to Mexico City. Reserve one of these accommodation options near MEX instead:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Benito Juarez International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from INFINITY RENT, MEX or America and explore beyond Mexico City's usual tourist stops.
Booking your vehicle from Benito Juarez International Airport about four weeks in advance can help you secure the lowest rate.
Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU)
Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU) is about 32 kilometres from the centre of Mexico City. Following your flight from Milan to Mexico City, it'll take you approximately 55 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
If you travel by public transport, the journey will take you 1 hour 45 minutes or so.
There are some welcoming places to stay just a short drive from NLU. Switch to relaxation mode at Holiday Inn & Suites Mexico Felipe Angeles Airport after your Milan to Mexico City flight.
Europcar, MEX and Keddy By Europcar make picking up a Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport rental car simple. These companies are located around or in the terminal and will have you on the road before long.
Call dibs on the best options. Securing your ride from NLU one week in advance often means better deals and a bigger choice of vehicles.
Best time to go to Mexico City
July is the busiest month for flights from Milan to Mexico City. To escape the crowds, visit Mexico City in April.
When booking your Milan to Mexico City tickets, consider the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. April is the warmest month in Mexico City, with temperatures ranging from 10ºC (50ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 6ºC (43ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF). Look for cheap flights from Milan to Mexico City around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Mexico City
Start your Mexico City trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Milan to Mexico City, check out our range of hotels including:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to figure out where to begin. Zocalo, Chapultepec Park and National Museum of Anthropology are popular attractions which should feature on any well-planned Mexico City itinerary.
Explore more of Mexico
Ecatepec de Morelos is just one of the many places in Mexico waiting to be discovered after you've seen Mexico City. Around 21 kilometres to the north-east, check out popular attractions including Grupo Scout 360 Aztlan, mirador del Valle Park and Kinder casanueva.
Around 467 kilometres west of Mexico City, Guadalajara is another essential stop in Mexico. Experience major highlights starting with Guadalajara Cathedral, Teatro Degollado and Portales Tlaquepaque Park.