Travelling from Mexico City to Rome: what you need to know
Mexico City is home to a couple of airports where you can start your adventure. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Mexico City to Rome leaving from Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) or Santa Lucia Air Force Base (NLU).
When it comes to landing in Rome, Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) and Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA) are the primary hubs.
A direct flight from Mexico City to Rome takes an average of 11 hours 56 minutes. The timezone in Rome is UTC+1, which makes it 7 hours ahead of Mexico City.
The busiest route for flights from Mexico City to Rome is from Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO). Choose from 6 services every week between these two airports. If you want to head off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from MEX to FCO is the 19:20 Aeromexico option. If you prefer to leave later in the day, the last departure is at 20:40 with Aeromexico.
Leave plenty of time to catch your flight from Mexico City to Rome. As a general rule, turn up 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 earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're travelling during high season in general.
If you have a passport from Mexico and plan to travel to Italy for tourism purposes, you won't need a visa. However, entry and visa requirements may vary based on the reason for your trip and can be subject to change. For the latest information, check with your destination's nearest embassy or consulate before booking a cheap flight from Mexico City to Rome.
Flying from Mexico City
Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
Set off from Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) on a nonstop flight from Mexico City to Rome. From MEX, you can travel directly to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO).
Aeromexico is a well-known airline that offers direct flights from Mexico City to Rome leaving from MEX.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to take a travel break — and possibly even tour another city. When browsing flights from Mexico City to Rome leaving from Benito Juarez International Airport, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Some popular options include:
Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
The journey from central Mexico City to MEX takes about 57 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 8 kilometres in 24 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Catching an early flight from Mexico City to Rome? Avoid rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near Benito Juarez International Airport:
Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU)
Visit friends or family or just take some time to unwind with a stopover. If you'd like to break up your flight from Mexico City to Rome, browse these options when taking off from Benito Juarez International Airport:
Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Mexico City to NLU in around 1 hour and 46 minutes. The terminal is roughly 40 kilometres away, and making the journey by car takes approximately 55 minutes.
You're going on holiday, so why not include another night away at a hotel near Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport? Before your flight from Mexico City to Rome, consider checking in to Villa Granada.
Arriving in Rome
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to central Rome is roughly 32 kilometres. It'll take you around 39 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Getting there on public transport takes about 51 minutes.
Consider staying in a hotel close to FCO if you're catching a late flight from Mexico City to Rome. Choose one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA)
Once your flight from Mexico City to Rome has hit the runway, you can get to the city centre in around 42 minutes by car. Central Rome is roughly 18 kilometres from Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA).
You can expect the journey to take roughly 1 hour and 39 minutes on public transport.
After your flight from Mexico City to Rome, tuck yourself in at a hotel close to CIA. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:
How to find the cheapest flights from Mexico City to Rome
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Mexico City to Rome is Rs79,677. For a return flight on this route, the best price is Rs193,328. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares may change.
To secure cheap tickets from Mexico City to Rome, reserve your trip 9 months before your departure date.
May is the cheapest month for flight tickets from Mexico City to Rome. If you need to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for each month.
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Use filters to tailor your flights from Mexico City to Rome. Simply select your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals.
Best time to go to Rome
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Mexico City to Rome. August is the busiest month to travel to Rome. If you want a more peaceful vibe, go in February.
When booking your flight from Mexico City to Rome, consider the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Rome, with the temperature ranging from 20ºC to 33ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from Mexico City to Rome in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 2ºC and 14ºC on average.
More about Rome
Start your Rome trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Mexico City to Rome, explore our range of accommodation options including:
All great adventures should include a little sightseeing. Colosseum, Trevi Fountain and Roman Forum are must-visits when exploring Rome.
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