Travelling from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Mexico City: what you need to know
Expect to be in the air for 4 hours 30 minutes. On average, that's the duration of a direct flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Mexico City.
The timezone in Mexico City is UTC-6. The city is one hour behind Detroit, where Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport is located.
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) is the most traveled route, with seven weekly departures to pick from. You can travel from DTW to MEX at 08:30 with Delta Air Lines.
To avoid missing your DTW to Mexico City flight, leave 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 general travel rule.
Travelling during a popular month such as July? School holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Direct Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Mexico City tickets are available for booking. Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) is where you'll arrive.
Check out the promotions from Delta Air Lines. This airline has direct flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Mexico City.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially land a cheaper plane ticket from DTW 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 airports:
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport (ATL)
Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
Located around 29 kilometres from the centre of Detroit, DTW can be reached in about 30 minutes by car (depending on traffic). Travelling on public transport takes roughly 1 hour.
Want a relaxed start to your journey? Stay near DTW. Whether you've booked an early flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Mexico City or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels have you covered:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, 74% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
You'll find DTW at 1 Detroit Metro Airport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Mexico City
$290 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Mexico City flight. A round-trip ticket right now is $642. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares may change.
To find cheap flights from DTW to Mexico City, book early. Airlines typically offer lower prices when tickets first go on sale.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Mexico City across every month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.
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Airports in Mexico City
Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) is around 13 kilometres from the centre of Mexico City. If you're opting for a ride-share or a taxi, the drive takes roughly 30 minutes.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 40 minutes.
Book a hotel near MEX if you're coming in on a late flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Mexico City. Settle into one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Booking your vehicle from Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport about four weeks before your flight from DTW to Mexico City can help you lock in the lowest rate.
Mexico City Felipe Angeles International Airport (NLU)
Mexico City Felipe Angeles International Airport (NLU) is around 56 kilometres from the centre of Mexico City. Following your flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Mexico City, it'll take you around 55 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or taxi.
You can expect the journey to take roughly 2 hours on public transport.
Verticca Hotel is one accommodation option within a short drive of NLU. Settle in here after your DTW to Mexico City flight and then put up the 'Do not disturb' sign to get some rest.
Get what you want, not just what's left over. Reserving your ride from NLU one week ahead of time often means better prices and a wider selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Mexico City
September is the most popular month for flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Mexico City. To skip the crowds, head to Mexico City in November.
Lock in a Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Mexico City plane ticket with a departure in May if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 12ºC to 30ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from DTW to Mexico City in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 6ºC and 23ºC on average.
More about Mexico City
After booking your flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Mexico City, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these options your base for exploring Mexico City:
Every great adventure has to include some sightseeing. Historic Centre (Centro Historico), Zócalo and Basilica of Our Lady of Guadalupe are must-visits when exploring Mexico City.
Explore more of Mexico
You've visited Mexico City, now it's time to explore more of Mexico. Journey around 467 kilometres west to Guadalajara to tick off its must-visit sights. From Guadalajara Cathedral to Temple of Our Lady of Guadalupe and Mural Gigante FRIDA KHALO, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Puebla is another standout destination in Mexico and is around 105 kilometres southeast of Mexico City. No trip is complete without visiting Zócalo de Puebla, Temple of Our Lady of Guadalupe and Centro Histórico de Puebla.