Travelling from Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO) to Mexico City: what you need to know
Mexico City is one hour behind Quito, where Mariscal Sucre International Airport is located. Mexico City observes the UTC-6 timezone.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This leaves you with plenty of time to board your UIO to Mexico City flight.
Delays at check-in and security are more likely if you're heading away during high season, so allow even more breathing space. A good rule for peak times? Get there up to four hours ahead for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
The journey from central Quito to UIO takes around 2 hours 10 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 8 miles in 45 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Looking for a hotel near UIO? If you've booked an early flight from Mariscal Sucre International Airport to Mexico City, these accommodation options will put you moments from check-in:
Mariscal Sucre International Airport earns top marks for on-time performance. 88.71% of flights that take off from UIO arrive at their destination on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO) to Mexico City
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Mariscal Sucre International Airport to Mexico City flight is £165. The cheapest price for a return flight is £279. Bear in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To find cheap flights from UIO to Mexico City, book early. Airlines typically offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Mariscal Sucre International Airport to Mexico City across every month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your dates are flexible.
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Airports in Mexico City
Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) is around 5 miles from central Mexico City. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 25 minutes.
It'll take around 55 minutes to get there by public transport.
If you have a late flight from Mariscal Sucre International Airport to Mexico City, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these hotels near MEX:
Travel at your own pace with a Benito Juarez International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from INFINITY RENT, MEX or America and find adventure across Mexico City and beyond.
Get the best deal by booking your ride from Benito Juarez International Airport around four weeks before your flight from UIO to Mexico City.
Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU)
Once your flight from Mariscal Sucre International Airport to Mexico City has touched down, you can make your way to the city centre in about 55 minutes by car. Central Mexico City is roughly 25 miles from Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU).
If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take around 1 hour 45 minutes.
You'll find a few comfortable places to lay your head just a short drive from NLU. Shift into relaxation gear at Verticca Hotel after your UIO to Mexico City flight.
Forget about inconvenient public transport schedules or slow-moving cab lines. Pick up a Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport rental car and let the journey unfold your way. Check out the availability and rates from Europcar, MEX and Keddy By Europcar.
Score the best price by reserving your ride from NLU one week in advance. You can also expect to have a greater selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Mexico City
Carefully consider your travel dates before securing your flight from Mariscal Sucre International Airport to Mexico City. The city buzzes in peak season, but rates are usually higher and top attractions can be crowded. Visit Mexico City in the low season if you prefer a more relaxed vibe.
Book a Mariscal Sucre International Airport to Mexico City plane ticket with a departure in April to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 10ºC (50ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from UIO to Mexico City in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 6ºC (43ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF) on average.
More about Mexico City
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Mexico City right here. Check out these hotels once you've locked in your flight from Mariscal Sucre International Airport to Mexico City:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to know where to start. Chapultepec Park, Zocalo and National Museum of Anthropology are top sights which should be on every Mexico City itinerary.
Explore more of Mexico
Guadalajara is just one of the many cities in Mexico waiting to be explored after you've experienced Mexico City. Around 290 miles away to the west, top sights here include Teatro Degollado, Portales Tlaquepaque Park and Zoologico Guadalajara.
Puebla is another sought-after destination in Mexico and is around 65 miles south-east of Mexico City. No journey is complete without a visit to Mirador de Los Fuertes, Cuexcomate and Street of Candies.
