Travelling from Bangkok to Mexico City: what you need to know
Get your holiday planning started by considering where you'll catch your flight from Bangkok to Mexico City. Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) and Don Mueang International Airport (DMK) are the main airports in Bangkok.
Touch down in Mexico City at Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) or Felipe Ángeles International Airport (NLU).
The timezone in Mexico City is UTC-6, which is 13 hours behind Bangkok.
To ensure you catch your Bangkok to Mexico City flight, allow plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Flying during a peak time like July? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer lines at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Bangkok to Mexico City
To pick up cheap Bangkok to Mexico City flights, book early. Airlines typically offer the most competitive fares when flights first go on sale.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the lowest price in every month when looking for your plane ticket from Bangkok to Mexico City.
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Tailor your trip using filters. Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' Bangkok to Mexico City flights.
Flying from Bangkok
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your journey — and perhaps even explore another city. When searching for Bangkok to Mexico City flights leaving from Suvarnabhumi Airport, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Some popular options include:
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX)
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
BKK is about 27 kilometres from central Bangkok. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour 5 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Bangkok to Mexico City? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays close to Suvarnabhumi Airport:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Suvarnabhumi Airport, data shows 67.87% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Don Mueang International Airport (DMK)
With public transport, you can travel from central Bangkok to DMK in around 1 hour 5 minutes. The airport is roughly 23 kilometres away. Driving will take you about 30 minutes.
You're going on holiday, so why not extend it with another night away? Think about kicking back in one of these accommodation options near Don Mueang International Airport the day before your flight from Bangkok to Mexico City:
Looking at how often flights stay on schedule, Don Mueang International Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 66%.
Arriving in Mexico City
Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
The distance from Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) to central Mexico City is approximately 6 kilometres. It takes around 25 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 55 minutes.
Consider booking a hotel close to MEX if you have a late flight from Bangkok to Mexico City. Choose one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Pick up a Benito Juarez International Airport rental car and discover Mexico City and beyond with your own wheels. INFINITY RENT, MEX and America are leading providers to choose from here.
For the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Benito Juarez International Airport around four weeks in advance of your Bangkok to Mexico City flight.
Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU)
Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU) is roughly 32 kilometres from the centre of Mexico City. After your flight from Bangkok to Mexico City, it'll take you approximately 55 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
The trip will take about 1 hour 45 minutes on public transport.
You'll find some welcoming accommodation options within an easy drive of NLU. Ease into relaxation mode at Holiday Inn & Suites Mexico Felipe Angeles Airport after your Bangkok to Mexico City flight.
Forget about public transport timetables or cab lines. Pick up a Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport rental car and let your trip unfold on your terms. Compare rates and availability from Europcar, MEX and Keddy By Europcar.
Avoid last-minute price surges. Booking your ride one week ahead of your arrival at NLU can land you a better rate.
Best time to go to Mexico City
April is the quietest month for flights from Bangkok to Mexico City, while July is the most popular. Work out the ideal time to go to Mexico City based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Book a Bangkok to Mexico City ticket departing in April if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Mexico City to range from 10ºC to 28ºC.
Search for cheap flights from Bangkok to Mexico City in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 6ºC and 23ºC on average.
More about Mexico City
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Mexico City right here. Browse these hotels after locking in your flight from Bangkok to Mexico City:
All great adventures should include some sightseeing. Zocalo, Chapultepec Park and National Museum of Anthropology are essential stops on your Mexico City itinerary.
Explore more of Mexico
You've done Mexico City, now it's time to discover other corners of Mexico. Travel around 21 kilometres north-east to Ecatepec de Morelos to check off its top sights. From Grupo Scout 360 Aztlan to mirador del Valle Park and Kinder casanueva, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Guadalajara is another favourite destination in Mexico and is around 467 kilometres west of Mexico City. No journey is complete without dropping by Guadalajara Cathedral, Teatro Degollado and Portales Tlaquepaque Park.