Flying from Mexico City to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD): What you need to know
Mexico City has a couple of airports where you can kick off your trip. Explore your options for reserving a flight from Mexico City to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) departing from Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) or Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU).
Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport is located in Sydney. The city runs on the UTC+11 timezone and is 17 hours ahead of Mexico City.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Be at the airport on time to board your flight from Mexico City to SYD.
Taking off during a peak period like public or school holidays? Expect longer lines at security and check-in. To give yourself peace of mind, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
Airports in Mexico City
Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
We make it a breeze to book cheap flights from Mexico City to SYD with a stopover. To explore your options departing from Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, select a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Major stopovers between MEX and SYD include:
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
MEX is about 8 kms (5 miles) from central Mexico City. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 55 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to Benito Juarez International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Mexico City to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
80.91% of flights leaving Benito Juarez International Airport arrive at their destination on time. Given its strong on-time stats, delays are unlikely when flying out of MEX.
Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU)
With public transport, you can travel from central Mexico City to NLU in around 1 hour 45 minutes. The airport is roughly 40 kms (25 miles) away, and making the journey by car takes approximately 55 minutes.
Unwind before your Mexico City to SYD flight at a hotel near Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport. Verticca Hotel is one option where you can jump out of bed and get to the airport with time to spare.
When it comes to keeping flights punctual, Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 67.58%.
About Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Mexico City to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport. Get comfy at one of these accommodation options near SYD instead:
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For the best deal, reserve your vehicle around two weeks ahead of your Mexico City to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport flight.
Getting from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to central Sydney
Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport is around 11 miles from central Sydney. It takes around 20 minutes or so to get to the city by car.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of around 25 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Mexico City to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
£350 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Mexico City to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport. A return flight starts from £765. These fares may change depending on demand.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Mexico City to SYD if you book early. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird deals.
Cheap Mexico City to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport tickets are easier to find if you're not locked into specific dates. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares throughout the month and then pick the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Mexico City to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
Think about the kind of holiday you want when picking your flight dates. April is the quietest month to go to Sydney. July is when most people book flights from Mexico City to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD), which may be perfect if you'd rather travel when it's busy.
Book a Mexico City to SYD plane ticket departing in January if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Sydney to range from 17ºC (63ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Mexico City to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport in July when temperatures are between 5ºC (41ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF).
More about Sydney
Start your Sydney trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Mexico City to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport, browse our range of accommodation options including:
Sydney Harbour and Sydney Harbour Bridge are just two of the popular attractions to put on your Sydney must-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Sydney Harbour.
Explore more of Australia
You've done Sydney, now it's time to explore other corners of Australia. Journey about 241 kms (150 miles) south-west to Canberra to check off its leading attractions. From Australian War Memorial to National Gallery of Australia and National Portrait Gallery, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
If you want to check out another corner of Australia, head for Newcastle, about 129 kms (80 miles) north-east of Sydney. Merewether Beach, Bathers Way Coastal Walk and Nobbys Beach are key highlights.