Travelling from Dubai to Mexico City: what you need to know
Dubai is home to two main airports that could be the jumping-off point for your adventure. Check out your options for booking a flight from Dubai to Mexico City departing from Dubai Airport (DXB) or Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC).
Hop off your plane in Mexico City at Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) or Santa Lucia Air Force Base (NLU).
Give yourself plenty of time to make your flight from Dubai to Mexico City. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
You won't need a visa for Mexico if you have a passport from United Arab Emirates and are visiting for tourism purposes. Visa and travel documentation requirements can change. So before locking in your cheap flights from Dubai to Mexico City, check with your airline and your destination country's local embassy or consulate for up-to-date information.
Flying from Dubai
Dubai Airport (DXB)
We make it a breeze to book a flight from Dubai to Mexico City that includes a stopover. To see your options departing from Dubai Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Top stopovers include:
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Travelling from central Dubai to DXB takes around 49 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 14 kilometres in 16 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Catching an early flight from Dubai to Mexico City? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels close to Dubai Airport:
Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)
Maximise your holiday with a stopover on your flight from Dubai to Mexico City. Visit family or friends or tick a new city off your bucket list. Whatever your plans, here's where you can stop between Dubai Airport and Mexico City:
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
You can arrive at DWC from the centre of Dubai in about 45 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport takes roughly 2 hours and 5 minutes to travel the 56 kilometres or so.
Start your holiday sooner with an extra night away from home. Before your flight from Dubai to Mexico City, unwind in one of these hotels close to Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport:
Arriving in Mexico City
Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) is around 8 kilometres from central Mexico City. With your own car rental or if you take a cab, the drive is about 24 minutes.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey of roughly 57 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Dubai to Mexico City, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these accommodation options near MEX:
Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU)
Once your flight from Dubai to Mexico City has arrived, you can get to the city centre in around 55 minutes by car. Central Mexico City is approximately 40 kilometres from Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU).
The trip will take roughly 1 hour and 46 minutes on public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Dubai to Mexico City
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Dubai to Mexico City is Rs127,779. For a return flight on this route, the best price is Rs276,154. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares may change.
It's usually smart to book early if you're looking for cheap tickets from Dubai to Mexico City. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
Getting cheap tickets from Dubai to Mexico City is easier if you're flexible with your travel dates. Try using the 'Whole month' function to see the best prices across every month and snap up a great deal.
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Best time to go to Mexico City
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Dubai to Mexico City. July is the most popular month for a trip to Mexico City. If you prefer a more relaxed vibe, go in April.
When booking your flight from Dubai to Mexico City, consider the type of weather you like best. April is the warmest month in Mexico City, with the temperature ranging from 10ºC to 28ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, lock in a cheap ticket from Dubai to Mexico City in January when temperatures average between 6ºC and 23ºC.
More about Mexico City
Start your Mexico City trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Dubai to Mexico City, browse 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 begin. Zocalo, Chapultepec Park and National Museum of Anthropology are highlights which should be on any good Mexico City itinerary.
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