Traveling from Hong Kong International Airport (HKG) to Mexico City: what you need to know
The timezone in Mexico City is UTC-6. The city is 14 hours behind Hong Kong, where Hong Kong International Airport is located.
Allow plenty of time to make your HKG to Mexico City flight. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Traveling during a popular month such as February? Major public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your journey and maybe even explore another city. When browsing for plane tickets from HKG to Mexico City, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Top options include:
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
Traveling from central Hong Kong to HKG takes around 25 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 24 kilometers in 35 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Booked an early flight from Hong Kong International Airport to Mexico City? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays near HKG:
Of all flights leaving Hong Kong International Airport, 77% arrive on time at their destination.
You'll find HKG at 1 Cheong Hong Rd.
How to find the cheapest flights from Hong Kong International Airport (HKG) to Mexico City
AED 1,823 is currently the best price for a one-way Hong Kong International Airport to Mexico City flight. Return plane tickets start at AED 3,697. These prices can change based on availability.
Booking in advance is often the key to finding a cheap flight from HKG to Mexico City. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely pay.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, check out the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across each month when looking for your Hong Kong International Airport to Mexico City ticket.
Save time looking for cheap flights from HKG to Mexico City by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a special offer becomes available.
Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Hong Kong International Airport to Mexico City by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best.'
Airports in Mexico City
Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) is around 13 kilometers from central Mexico City. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 30 minutes.
Traveling by public transport will take you around 40 minutes.
Consider staying in a hotel near MEX if you have a late flight from Hong Kong International Airport to Mexico City. Select one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your vehicle from Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport around four weeks ahead of your flight from HKG to Mexico City.
Mexico City Felipe Angeles International Airport (NLU)
Mexico City Felipe Angeles International Airport (NLU) is around 56 kilometers from central Mexico City. Once you've hopped off your flight from Hong Kong International Airport to Mexico City, it'll take you around 55 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
If you choose to travel on public transport, the ride to the center takes 2 hours or so.
You'll find some terrific places to stay within an easy drive of NLU. Get into relaxation mode at Verticca Hotel after your HKG to Mexico City flight.
Avoid paying extra. Reserving your ride one week ahead of your arrival at NLU will save you money.
Best time to go to Mexico City
It's time to figure out your travel dates for your flight from Hong Kong International Airport to Mexico City. September is the busiest month to visit Mexico City. If you want a more peaceful vibe, go in November.
The warmest month in Mexico City is May, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Book your Hong Kong International Airport to Mexico City plane ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from HKG to Mexico City in January when temperatures average between 6ºC (43ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF).
More about Mexico City
Start your Mexico City trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Hong Kong International Airport to Mexico City, explore our selection of hotels including:
Historic Center (Centro Historico) and Zócalo are just the start of the top attractions to put on your Mexico City must-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Basilica of Our Lady of Guadalupe.
Explore more of Mexico
Guadalajara is just one of the many places in Mexico waiting to be discovered once you've seen Mexico City. Around 467 kilometers away to the west, its best attractions include Guadalajara Cathedral, Temple of Our Lady of Guadalupe and Mural Gigante FRIDA KHALO.
Around 105 kilometers southeast of Mexico City, Puebla is another essential stop in Mexico. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Zócalo de Puebla, Temple of Our Lady of Guadalupe and Centro Histórico de Puebla.