Travelling from Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) to Bangkok: what you need to know
Benito Juarez International Airport is located in Mexico City. Operating on the UTC+7 timezone, Bangkok is 13 hours ahead of Mexico City.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your flight from MEX to Bangkok.
You'll likely experience bigger queues in popular months such as July and other peak periods. Arriving up to fours hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.
We make it a breeze to plan a flight from MEX to Bangkok that includes a stopover. To see all your options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Popular stopovers include:
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You will need an embassy visa for Thailand if you hold a passport from Mexico and are travelling for tourism purposes. Visa and travel documentation requirements can change. So before you book your cheap ticket from Benito Juarez International Airport to Bangkok, check with your airline as well as the destination country's local consulate or embassy for the most recent updates.
MEX is about 8 kilometres from central Mexico City. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 24 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 57 minutes.
After a stress-free start to your break? Stay near MEX. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Benito Juarez International Airport to Bangkok or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are ideal:
How to find the cheapest flights from Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) to Bangkok
R 10,582 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Benito Juarez International Airport to Bangkok. A return flight starts from R 19,135. These fares may change based on demand.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from MEX to Bangkok, book early. Airlines typically offer their best fares when flights are first made available.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest tickets from Benito Juarez International Airport to Bangkok throughout the month. It's the best way to find a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.
Log into your online account or use the app to set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know straight away if there's a cheaper deal on this route. It's simple to do, and it'll save you the hassle of searching for cheap tickets from MEX to Bangkok every day.
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Airports in Bangkok
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) is around 32 kilometres from the centre of Bangkok. With your own car rental or if you take a cab, the drive is about 35 minutes.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour and 6 minutes.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Benito Juarez International Airport to Bangkok, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these accommodation options near BKK:
Don Mueang International Airport (DMK)
Central Bangkok is located around 27 kilometres from Don Mueang International Airport (DMK). Once your flight from Benito Juarez International Airport to Bangkok has touched down and you've navigated your way to arrivals, expect a drive of around 30 minutes.
You can also travel using public transport, which typically takes 1 hour and 5 minutes.
You'll find some great places to drop your things at near DMK. Settle in and get cosy after your flight from MEX to Bangkok at any of these perfectly located options:
Best time to go to Bangkok
July is the busiest month to catch a flight from Benito Juarez International Airport to Bangkok while April is the quietest. To work out the best time to visit Bangkok, consider your preferred travel pace and style.
Lock in your flight from Benito Juarez International Airport to Bangkok for April to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 26ºC to 37ºC.
December has average temperatures of between 19ºC and 33ºC. Look for cheap flights from MEX to Bangkok sometime then if you like cooler conditions.
More about Bangkok
After booking your flight from Benito Juarez International Airport to Bangkok, think about where you want to stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Bangkok:
Grand Palace and Wat Arun are just a couple of the leading attractions to put on your Bangkok must-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Wat Phra Kaew.
Complete your Bangkok trip with a car rental
Choose one of our car rentals in Bangkok and see the sights in your own time. Easily compare rates in one go to find the perfect ride once you've booked your hotel and cheap flights from Benito Juarez International Airport to Bangkok.
