Flying from Moscow to Mexico City: what you need to know
Planning your flight from Moscow to Mexico City begins with finding the best airport to kick off your trip. Sheremetyevo International Airport (SVO), Vnukovo Airport (VKO) and Moscow Domodedovo Airport (DME) are the main departure points in Moscow.
Step off your plane in Mexico City at Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) or Felipe Ángeles International Airport (NLU).
Mexico City is nine hours behind Moscow and follows the UTC-6 timezone.
To ensure you don't miss your Moscow to Mexico City flight, leave plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
You can expect longer lines during popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
How to find the cheapest flights from Moscow to Mexico City
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap Moscow to Mexico City flights if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some great early bird rates.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest plane tickets from Moscow to Mexico City across every month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.
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Vnukovo Airport (VKO)
Driving from central Moscow to VKO generally takes 1 hour 5 minutes, depending on traffic conditions. It's around 29 kilometres from the city centre to the airport.
Start your holiday early with an additional night away from home. Before your flight from Moscow to Mexico City, kick back in one of these hotels near Vnukovo Airport:
Vnukovo Airport has an on-time performance rate of 65%. This figure provides insight into how often flights that depart from this airport arrive at their destination on time.
Arriving in Mexico City
Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
The distance from Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) to central Mexico City is roughly 6 kilometres. It takes around 25 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It usually takes 55 minutes to get there when travelling by public transport.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Moscow to Mexico City. Book one of these accommodation options near MEX instead:
Explore without limits with a Benito Juarez International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from INFINITY RENT, MEX or America and see more of Mexico City and beyond.
Lock in the best deal by booking your vehicle from Benito Juarez International Airport around four weeks in advance of your trip.
Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU)
Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU) is around 32 kilometres from central Mexico City. After your flight from Moscow to Mexico City, it'll take you approximately 55 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
You can expect the journey to take approximately 1 hour 45 minutes on public transport.
Holiday Inn & Suites Mexico Felipe Angeles Airport is one accommodation option within a short drive of NLU. Settle in here after your flight from Moscow to Mexico City and then hang the 'Do not disturb' sign for some uninterrupted rest.
Europcar, MEX and Keddy By Europcar make collecting a Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport rental car quick and easy. These companies are located around or in the terminal and will have you behind the wheel before you know it.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your ride from NLU one week in advance. You can also expect to have a greater range of vehicles.
Best time to go to Mexico City
July is the busiest month for flights from Moscow to Mexico City. To escape the crowds, head to Mexico City in April.
When booking your Moscow to Mexico City tickets, think about the type of weather you enjoy. April is the warmest month in Mexico City, with temperatures ranging from 10ºC to 28ºC.
January has average temperatures of between 6ºC and 23ºC. Look for cheap flights from Moscow to Mexico City around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Mexico City
Start your Mexico City trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Moscow to Mexico City, check out our range of accommodation options including:
All great journeys should include a little sightseeing. Zocalo, Chapultepec Park and National Museum of Anthropology are attractions you won't want to skip in Mexico City.
Explore more of Mexico
Mexico City has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of Mexico you should also see. About 21 kilometres north-east of Mexico City, a visit to Ecatepec de Morelos will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading attractions like Grupo Scout 360 Aztlan, mirador del Valle Park and Kinder casanueva.
Around 467 kilometres west of Mexico City, Guadalajara is another favourite stop in Mexico. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Guadalajara Cathedral, Teatro Degollado and Portales Tlaquepaque Park.
