Flying from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) to Mexico City: what you need to know
Mexico City is 14 hours behind Kuala Lumpur, where Kuala Lumpur International Airport is located. Mexico City operates on the UTC-6 timezone.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your flight from KUL to Mexico City.
Be prepared for longer queues in popular months like August 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.
We make it a breeze to find a flight from KUL to Mexico City that includes a stopover. To see all the options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Top stopovers include:
Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS)
If you have a passport from Malaysia and want to travel to Mexico for tourism purposes, you won't need a visa. However, entry and visa requirements may differ based on your length of stay and are subject to change. For the latest information, check with your destination's nearest embassy or consulate before booking a cheap ticket from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Mexico City.
Located around 64 kilometres from the centre of Kuala Lumpur, KUL can be reached in approximately 1 hour and 3 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The same journey by public transport will take roughly 4 hours and 29 minutes.
After a hassle-free start to your journey? Stay near KUL. Whether you're catching an early flight from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Mexico City or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are perfect:
How to find the cheapest flights from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) to Mexico City
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Mexico City is R 8,717. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 23,441. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To find cheap tickets from KUL to Mexico City, book ahead. Airlines usually offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
Finding cheap tickets from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Mexico City is easy if you're flexible with your travel plans. Check out the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices across the month and score a great deal.
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Airports in Mexico City
Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) is around 8 kilometres from the centre of Mexico City. With your own car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is around 24 minutes.
It'll take around 57 minutes to get there using public transport.
Consider booking a hotel close to MEX if you're taking a late flight from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Mexico City. Choose one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU)
Central Mexico City is approximately 40 kilometres from Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU). After your flight from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Mexico City has landed and you've navigated your way to arrivals, expect a drive of around 55 minutes.
If you're catching public transport, it'll take about 1 hour and 46 minutes.
Villa Granada is one accommodation option within an easy drive of NLU. Unpack your bags here after your flight from KUL to Mexico City and then put up the 'Do not disturb' sign to get some rest.
Best time to go to Mexico City
July is the most popular month to hop on a flight from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Mexico City while April is the quietest. To work out the best time to go to Mexico City, consider the pace you prefer to travel at.
The warmest month in Mexico City is April, with temperatures ranging between 10ºC and 28ºC. Book your flights from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Mexico City in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
For cooler conditions, lock in a cheap flight from KUL to Mexico City in January when temperatures average between 6ºC and 23ºC.
More about Mexico City
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Mexico City right here. Check out these hotels once you've booked your flight from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Mexico City:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to know where to begin. Zocalo, Chapultepec Park and National Museum of Anthropology are popular attractions which should feature on any good Mexico City itinerary.
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