Travelling from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Mexico City: what you need to know
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport is located in Melbourne. Following the UTC-6 timezone, Mexico City is 17 hours behind Melbourne.
Give yourself enough time to catch your MEL to Mexico City flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like July, it's wise to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight when you fly during high season in general.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially land a cheaper plane ticket from MEL to Mexico City. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search. Give yourself a breather (and maybe even a better deal) by stopping at one of these connecting airports:
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
MEL is about 19 kilometres from central Melbourne. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 30 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 40 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Mexico City? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near MEL:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, 67.71% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Mexico City
₹ 61,228 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Mexico City flight. A return plane ticket right now is ₹ 116,339. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares can change.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from MEL to Mexico City if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird deals.
Finding cheap tickets from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Mexico City is more likely if you're flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to access the best prices across every month and land an epic deal.
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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 to reach by car. The centre is roughly 8 kilometres away.
It takes around 55 minutes to get there by public transport.
If you have a late flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Mexico City, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these accommodation options near MEX:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Benito Juarez International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from INFINITY RENT, MEX or America and experience the lesser-explored corners of Mexico City and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Benito Juarez International Airport about four weeks ahead of your flight from MEL to Mexico City can help you get the lowest rate.
Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU)
Central Mexico City is about 40 kilometres from Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU). Once your flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Mexico City has touched down and you've made your way through the terminal, expect a drive of around 55 minutes.
If you travel by public transport, you'll get to the city centre in 1 hour 45 minutes or so.
Verticca Hotel is one accommodation option within an easy drive of NLU. Check in here after your MEL to Mexico City flight and then hang the 'Do not disturb' sign to enjoy some uninterrupted rest.
The fastest way to reach your destination is with a Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport rental car. Collect a set of wheels from Europcar, MEX or Keddy By Europcar and be on your way in a flash.
Avoid paying extra. Booking your ride one week ahead of your arrival at NLU can help you lock in a better rate.
Best time to go to Mexico City
Plan your trip to Mexico City during peak season if you prefer a busy atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices are generally higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Mexico City in the off-season when prices are cheaper and it's not as busy.
Before locking in your Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Mexico City plane ticket, think about what kind of weather you prefer. April is the warmest month in Mexico City, with temperatures ranging from 10ºC to 28ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 6ºC and 23ºC. Look for a cheap ticket from MEL to Mexico City around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Mexico City
Start your Mexico City trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Mexico City, browse our selection of hotels including:
All great journeys should include some sightseeing. Chapultepec Park, Zocalo and National Museum of Anthropology are essential stops on your Mexico City itinerary.
Explore more of Mexico
Guadalajara is just one of the many places in Mexico waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Mexico City. Around 467 kilometres away to the west, top sights here include Teatro Degollado, Portales Tlaquepaque Park and Zoologico Guadalajara.
Puebla is another well-known destination in Mexico and is around 105 kilometres south-east of Mexico City. No journey is complete without seeing Mirador de Los Fuertes, Cuexcomate and Street of Candies.
