Travelling from Munich Franz Joseph Strauss Airport (MUC) to Mexico City: what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Munich Franz Joseph Strauss Airport to Mexico City and you'll be in the air for around 11 hours 5 minutes.
Mexico City is seven hours behind Munich, where Munich Franz Joseph Strauss Airport is located. Mexico City runs on the UTC-6 timezone.
With three weekly flights between the two airports, Munich Franz Joseph Strauss Airport (MUC) to Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) is the most popular route. Lufthansa operates the earliest flight at 12:05. If you'd like to get more out of your day before leaving, the latest flight from MUC to MEX is with Lufthansa at 17:00.
To avoid rushing for your MUC to Mexico City flight, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Be prepared for longer queues during popular months such as September. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
You can book a direct Munich Franz Joseph Strauss Airport to Mexico City ticket. Start your journey at MUC and end it at Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX).
Lufthansa is a leading airline that offers direct flights from Munich Franz Joseph Strauss Airport to Mexico City.
We make it a breeze to book plane tickets from MUC to Mexico City with a stopover. To see the options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, select a flight that has a stop long enough to see the sights of your chosen city. Major stopovers include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
The journey from central Munich to MUC takes about 40 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a taxi, you'll cover the 29 kms (18 miles) in 40 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
In search of a hotel close to MUC? If you're catching an early flight from Munich Franz Joseph Strauss Airport to Mexico City, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:
Of all flights leaving Munich Franz Joseph Strauss Airport, 79% touch down on time at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Munich Franz Joseph Strauss Airport (MUC) to Mexico City
£364 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Munich Franz Joseph Strauss Airport to Mexico City flight. A return plane ticket starts at £517. These fares may change depending on demand.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from MUC to Mexico City if you book ahead. Airlines often have some excellent early bird deals.
Scoring cheap tickets from Munich Franz Joseph Strauss Airport to Mexico City is more likely if you're flexible with your dates. Try using the 'Whole month' tool to access the lowest fares across every month and score an epic deal.
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Airports in Mexico City
Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) to the centre of Mexico City takes about 30 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 13 kms (8 miles) away.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of around 40 minutes.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Munich Franz Joseph Strauss Airport to Mexico City. Check in to one of these accommodation options near MEX instead:
For the best deal, reserve your ride from Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport about four weeks in advance of your flight from MUC to Mexico City.
Mexico City Felipe Angeles International Airport (NLU)
Mexico City Felipe Angeles International Airport (NLU) is around 56 kms (35 miles) from the centre of Mexico City. After your flight from Munich Franz Joseph Strauss Airport to Mexico City, it'll take you around 55 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or taxi.
If you're catching public transport, it'll take about 2 hours.
There are some terrific places to stay just a short drive from NLU. Get into relaxation mode at Verticca Hotel after your MUC to Mexico City flight.
Call dibs on the best options. Securing your ride from NLU one week ahead of time often means better prices and a greater selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Mexico City
September is the busiest month for flights from Munich Franz Joseph Strauss Airport to Mexico City. To avoid the crowds, head to Mexico City in November.
The warmest month in Mexico City is May, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC and 30ºC. Book your Munich Franz Joseph Strauss Airport to Mexico City plane ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
January has average temperatures of between 6ºC and 23ºC. Look for a cheap ticket from MUC to Mexico City around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Mexico City
After booking your flight from Munich Franz Joseph Strauss Airport to Mexico City, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Mexico City:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to know where to begin. Historic Centre (Centro Historico), Zócalo and Basilica of Our Lady of Guadalupe are popular attractions which should be on any well-planned Mexico City itinerary.
Explore more of Mexico
Mexico City has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of Mexico waiting to be explored. About 467 kms (290 miles) west of Mexico City, a visit to Guadalajara will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with popular sights like Guadalajara Cathedral, Temple of Our Lady of Guadalupe and Mural Gigante FRIDA KHALO.
Puebla is another well-known destination in Mexico and is around 105 kms (65 miles) southeast of Mexico City. No trip is complete without a visit to Zócalo de Puebla, Temple of Our Lady of Guadalupe and Centro Histórico de Puebla.