Flying from Noi Bai International Airport (HAN) to Mexico City: what you need to know
The timezone in Mexico City is UTC-6. The city is 13 hours behind Hanoi, where Noi Bai International Airport is located.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your flight from HAN to Mexico City. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
We make it a cinch to find a flight from HAN to Mexico City that includes a stopover. To see all the options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply choose a flight with a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Popular stopovers include:
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX)
If you hold a passport from Vietnam, you will need an embassy visa to enter Mexico. This applies if you're booking a cheap ticket from Noi Bai International Airport to Mexico City for tourism purposes. Requirements may be different if you're travelling for business or other reasons. Always check official visa guidelines before you make travel plans and certainly before you fly.
HAN is around 26 kilometres from central Hanoi. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour and 56 minutes.
Searching for a handy hotel close to HAN? If you're boarding an early flight from Noi Bai International Airport to Mexico City, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure gate:
How to find the cheapest flights from Noi Bai International Airport (HAN) to Mexico City
R 9,108 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Noi Bai International Airport to Mexico City. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 24,400. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares can change.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from HAN to Mexico City if you book in advance. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird discounts.
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Airports in Mexico City
Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) to central Mexico City is approximately 8 kilometres. It'll take you around 24 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Getting to the centre by public transport will take you roughly 57 minutes.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Noi Bai International Airport to Mexico City. Book one of these accommodation options near MEX instead:
Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU)
The centre of Mexico City is around 40 kilometres from Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU). Once your flight from Noi Bai International Airport to Mexico City has landed and you've made your way to arrivals, expect a drive of about 55 minutes.
You can also travel using public transport, which will take approximately 1 hour and 46 minutes.
You'll find some comfortable places to stay within a short drive of NLU. Switch to relaxation mode at Villa Granada after your flight from HAN to Mexico City.
Best time to go to Mexico City
July is the busiest month for flights from Noi Bai International Airport to Mexico City. To escape the crowds, head to Mexico City in April when it's quieter.
Before locking in your flight from Noi Bai International Airport to Mexico City, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. April is the warmest month in Mexico City, with temperatures ranging from 10ºC to 28ºC.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, lock in a cheap flight from HAN to Mexico City in January when temperatures average between 6ºC and 23ºC.
More about Mexico City
Start your Mexico City trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Noi Bai International Airport to Mexico City, explore our selection of accommodation options including:
Every great holiday has to include some sightseeing. Zocalo, Chapultepec Park and National Museum of Anthropology are attractions you won't want to skip in Mexico City.
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