Flying from Culiacan International Airport (CUL) to Mexico City: what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Culiacan International Airport to Mexico City and you'll be in the air for around 2 hours 10 minutes.
The timezone in Mexico City is UTC-6. The city is one hour ahead of Culiacan, where Culiacan International Airport is located.
The busiest route is from Culiacan International Airport (CUL) to Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX). Take your pick of 25 services every week between these two airports. If you'd like to get on your way as soon as you can, the earliest flight from CUL to MEX is the 06:00 Aeromexico service. If you prefer to travel later, the last departure is at 20:02 with Aeromexico.
To avoid missing your CUL to Mexico City flight, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
If you're travelling during a major holiday or another peak period, give yourself more time. A good rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Lines at check-in and security will be longer.
Direct Culiacan International Airport to Mexico City tickets are available for booking. Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) is where you'll disembark.
Popular airlines that offer direct flights from Culiacan International Airport to Mexico City include:
Central Culiacan to CUL is around 10 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 25 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Booked an early flight from Culiacan International Airport to Mexico City? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels near CUL:
Culiacan International Airport has an excellent on-time performance, so you're less likely to experience disruptions. Departures from CUL arrive on schedule 81.23% of the time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Culiacan International Airport (CUL) to Mexico City
₹ 4,263 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Culiacan International Airport to Mexico City flight. A round-trip flight ticket right now is ₹ 7,485. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares can change.
Book six months before travelling. Pricing trends suggest that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from CUL to Mexico City.
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Airports in Mexico City
Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) to central Mexico City takes around 25 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 8 kilometres away.
Getting there by public transport typically takes 55 minutes.
Think about booking a hotel close to MEX if you're coming in on a late flight from Culiacan International Airport to Mexico City. Check in to one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Travel at your own pace with a Benito Juarez International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from INFINITY RENT, MEX or America and experience more of Mexico City and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Benito Juarez International Airport around four weeks ahead of your flight from CUL to Mexico City can help you lock in the best possible rate.
Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU)
Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU) is around 40 kilometres from the centre of Mexico City. Once you've disembarked your flight from Culiacan International Airport to Mexico City, it'll take you around 55 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
You can expect the journey to take roughly 1 hour 45 minutes on public transport.
You'll find some fantastic places to stay just a short drive from NLU. Shift into relaxation gear at Verticca Hotel after your CUL to Mexico City flight.
The quickest way to reach your destination is with a Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport rental car. Collect your wheels from Europcar, MEX or Keddy By Europcar and set off in the blink of an eye.
Avoid paying extra. Booking your ride one week ahead of your arrival at NLU will save you money.
Best time to go to Mexico City
Carefully consider your trip dates before securing your flight from Culiacan International Airport to Mexico City. The city buzzes in high season, but prices are generally higher and major attractions can get busy. Go to Mexico City in low season if you prefer a more relaxed vibe.
Before locking in your Culiacan International Airport to Mexico City flight ticket, think about what kind of weather works for you. April is the warmest month in Mexico City, with temperatures ranging from 10ºC to 28ºC.
January has average temperatures of between 6ºC and 23ºC. Search for a cheap ticket from CUL to Mexico City around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Mexico City
Start your Mexico City trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Culiacan International Airport to Mexico City, explore our range of hotels including:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to figure out where to start. Chapultepec Park, Zocalo and National Museum of Anthropology are popular attractions which should be on any good Mexico City itinerary.
Explore more of Mexico
Mexico City will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other corners of Mexico you'll want to see. About 467 kilometres west of Mexico City, a visit to Guadalajara will keep you on the go. Start with popular sights like Teatro Degollado, Portales Tlaquepaque Park and Zoologico Guadalajara.
Puebla is another essential stop in Mexico and is around 105 kilometres south-east of Mexico City. No trip is complete without seeing Mirador de Los Fuertes, Cuexcomate and Street of Candies.
