Flying from Mexico City to San Francisco International Airport (SFO): what you need to know
Start your travel planning by considering where you'll board your flight from Mexico City to San Francisco International Airport (SFO). Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) and Santa Lucia Air Force Base (NLU) are the two main airports in Mexico City.
The average duration of a direct flight from Mexico City to San Francisco International Airport is 4 hours 55 minutes.
San Francisco is 1 hour behind Mexico City. San Francisco International Airport is located in San Francisco, which operates on the UTC-7 timezone.
The most popular route is from Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO), with 50 direct services every week. If you'd like to get going as soon as possible, the earliest flight from MEX to SFO is the 05:05 United service. If you prefer to leave later in the day, the last departure is at 19:50 with Aeromexico.
Your flight from Mexico City to SFO won't wait if you're late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
During popular months like July, you'll want 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.
Airports in Mexico City
Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) offers an easy route to your destination. Nonstop flights from Mexico City to San Francisco International Airport (SFO) can be booked from this terminal.
When taking off from MEX, you can take a direct flight from Mexico City to San Francisco International Airport with Aeromexico.
We make it a cinch to plan a flight from Mexico City to SFO with a stopover. To see all your options departing from Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, select a flight that has a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Major stopovers between MEX and SFO include:
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport (PVR)
Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) Airport (LAS)
The distance from central Mexico City to MEX is approximately 8 kilometres. Check out travel apps like Google Maps for the fastest way to get there, whether you're driving or taking public transport.
Have an early flight from Mexico City to San Francisco International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these hotels close to Benito Juarez International Airport:
Santa Lucia Air Force Base (NLU)
Planning to leave from Santa Lucia Air Force Base (NLU)? You can reserve a direct flight from Mexico City to San Francisco International Airport (SFO) departing from this busy hub.
Catch your direct flight from Mexico City to SFO with United. This is one of the top carriers operating this route out of NLU.
Visit family or friends or just take a moment to refresh yourself with a stopover. If you'd like to break up your flight from Mexico City to San Francisco International Airport, check out these options when setting off from Santa Lucia Air Force Base:
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) Airport (LAS)
Los Cabos International Airport (SJD)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Mexico City to NLU in about 1 hour and 46 minutes. The airport is roughly 40 kilometres away, and making the journey by car will take approximately 55 minutes.
Getting to the airport on time before your flight from Mexico City to SFO is so much easier when you stay near Santa Lucia Air Force Base. Consider checking in to Verticca Hotel the night before flying out.
About San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Reserve a hotel near SFO if you're taking a late flight from Mexico City to San Francisco International Airport. Settle into one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Getting from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to central San Francisco
San Francisco International Airport is approximately 21 kilometres from the centre of San Francisco. With your own car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is around 20 minutes.
It typically takes 47 minutes when travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Mexico City to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
For a one-way ticket from Mexico City to San Francisco International Airport, Rs47,356 is the cheapest price. You can also book a return flight starting from Rs71,175. These are currently the lowest fares but may change depending on availability.
You're more likely to find cheap tickets from Mexico City to SFO if you book 9 months ahead. We crunched the flight price data and found that's when fares for this route tend to be at their lowest.
To get the best deal on your tickets from Mexico City to San Francisco International Airport, plan your trip for June (it has the cheapest flights). Not locked into specific dates? Use the 'Whole month' search function to find the most affordable day to fly.
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The best time to fly from Mexico City to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
August is the most popular month to board a flight from Mexico City to San Francisco International Airport while February is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to go to San Francisco, consider the pace you like to travel at.
Lock in your flight from Mexico City to SFO for September if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in San Francisco to range from 12ºC to 22ºC.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from Mexico City to San Francisco International Airport in January when temperatures average between 6ºC and 16ºC.
More about San Francisco
After booking your flight from Mexico City to San Francisco International Airport, think about where you want to stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring San Francisco:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be difficult to know where to begin. Golden Gate Bridge, Alcatraz Island and Lombard Street are highlights which should feature on any well-planned San Francisco itinerary.
Complete your San Francisco trip with a car rental
We use the same magic that helped you find your cheap flight from Mexico City to San Francisco International Airport to track down your perfect ride. Check out our car rentals in San Francisco and easily compare your options. Plus you'll find all the info you need to know, from the most popular car type to the best time to book.
