Flying from Frankfurt to Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX): what you need to know
There are a couple of main airports you can fly out of in Frankfurt. Explore your options departing from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) or Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN) when reserving your flight from Frankfurt to Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX).
Jump on a direct flight from Frankfurt to Benito Juarez International Airport and you'll be in the air for around 12 hours 3 minutes.
Benito Juarez International Airport is located in Mexico City. The city operates in the UTC-6 timezone and is 7 hours behind Frankfurt.
The most popular route is from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX), with 10 direct weekly services. If you'd like to get going as soon as possible, the earliest flight from FRA to MEX is the 13:35 Lufthansa service. If you prefer to leave later in the day, the last departure is at 13:40 with Lufthansa.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Show up at the airport on time to catch your flight from Frankfurt to MEX.
You can expect bigger queues in popular months such as July and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Airports in Frankfurt
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
You can take a direct flight from Frankfurt to Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) departing from Frankfurt Airport (FRA).
When departing from FRA, you can take a direct flight from Frankfurt to Benito Juarez International Airport with Lufthansa.
We make it simple to find a flight from Frankfurt to MEX that includes a stopover. To see your options departing from Frankfurt Airport (FRA), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, select a flight with a stop long enough to see the sights of the city of your choice. Top stopovers between FRA and MEX include:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
The distance from central Frankfurt to FRA is around 14 kilometres. Use Google Maps for the best way to get there, whether you want to drive or use public transport.
Planning to catch an early flight from Frankfurt to Benito Juarez International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these stays near Frankfurt Airport:
Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN)
Searching for more options for a direct flight from Frankfurt to Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)? Check out the fares flying out of Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN).
From HHN, direct flights from Frankfurt to MEX can be booked with Lufthansa.
Visit family or friends or just take a moment to refresh yourself with a stopover. If you'd like to split up your flight from Frankfurt to Benito Juarez International Airport, here's where you can stop when taking off from Frankfurt - Hahn Airport:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Frankfurt to HHN in about 2 hours and 40 minutes. The airport is roughly 121 kilometres away, and getting there by car will take approximately 1 hour and 32 minutes.
You're going on holiday, so why not book an extra night away from home? Think about staying at one of these accommodation options near Frankfurt - Hahn Airport the day before your flight from Frankfurt to MEX:
About Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Frankfurt to Benito Juarez International Airport. Stay at one of these accommodation options near MEX instead:
Getting from Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) to central Mexico City
From Benito Juarez International Airport, Mexico City is approximately 8 kilometres away. It takes around 24 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Getting there by public transport takes roughly 57 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Frankfurt to Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
R 6,136 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Frankfurt to Benito Juarez International Airport. Return flights start from R 10,505. Prices are subject to change based on availability and may vary at the time of booking.
You're more likely to score cheap tickets from Frankfurt to MEX if you book 8 months ahead of takeoff. We crunched the flight price data and found that's the time fares on this route are usually at their lowest.
You'll score the biggest savings on your tickets from Frankfurt to Benito Juarez International Airport by travelling in May. Go one step further and use the 'Whole month' search tool to find the cheapest day to fly.
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Customise your journey by applying filters. Adjust the number of stops, duration, and arrival and departure times to find the right flight from Frankfurt to Benito Juarez International Airport. You can also sort the results to see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' options first.
The best time to fly from Frankfurt to Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Frankfurt to Benito Juarez International Airport. July is the most popular month to travel to Mexico City. If you want a more low-key vibe, go in April.
When booking your flight from Frankfurt to MEX, think about the type of weather you enjoy. April is the warmest month in Mexico City, with temperatures ranging from 10ºC to 28ºC.
Visit in January if you want to explore when it's cooler. Average temperatures range between 6ºC and 23ºC. However, this destination delivers on a good time whenever you book your cheap flights from Frankfurt to Benito Juarez International Airport.
More about Mexico City
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Mexico City right here. Check out these options after locking in your flight from Frankfurt to Benito Juarez International Airport:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be difficult to know where to start. Zocalo, Chapultepec Park and National Museum of Anthropology are leading attractions which should be on any well-planned Mexico City itinerary.
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