Traveling from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX): what you need to know
The timezone in Mexico City is UTC-6, which is 17 hours behind Sydney.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your SYD to MEX flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
You'll likely experience bigger queues in popular months like April. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Benito Juarez International Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or even explore someplace new along the way. Here's where you can stop between SYD and MEX:
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How to find the cheapest flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
AED 2,258 is the lowest price for a one-way Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Benito Juarez International Airport flight. A return flight starts at AED 4,344. These prices can change based on demand and availability.
It's usually smart to book as early as possible if you want to get cheap tickets from SYD to MEX. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Benito Juarez International Airport throughout the month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.
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Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Benito Juarez International Airport.
Handy information about Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
69.62% of flights departing from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport make it to their destination on time.
Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport is about 18 kilometers from central Sydney. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the center, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The journey when using public transport usually takes 25 minutes.
Have an early flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Benito Juarez International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels near SYD:
Arriving at Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
Reserve a hotel near MEX if you're taking a late Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Benito Juarez International Airport flight. Choose one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Grab a Benito Juarez International Airport rental car and discover Mexico City and beyond with your own set of wheels. INFINITY RENT, MEX and America are popular outlets to choose from here.
For the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Benito Juarez International Airport around four weeks before you set off.
Getting from Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) to central Mexico City
Benito Juarez International Airport to the center of Mexico City has a drive time of around 25 minutes. It's approximately 8 kilometers away.
Traveling to the center on public transport typically takes 55 minutes.
When to fly to Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
The quietest month for a flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Benito Juarez International Airport is April, while July is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to visit Mexico City based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
When reserving your flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Benito Juarez International Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. April is the warmest month in Mexico City, with the temperature ranging from 10ºC (50ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from SYD to MEX in January. Temperatures average between 6ºC (43ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF) then.
Explore more of Mexico
Ecatepec de Morelos is just one of the many places in Mexico waiting to be discovered once you've seen Mexico City. Around 21 kilometers away to the north-east, check out popular attractions including Grupo Scout 360 Aztlan, mirador del Valle Park and Kinder casanueva.
Guadalajara is another sought-after destination in Mexico and is around 467 kilometers west of Mexico City. No journey is complete without a visit to Guadalajara Cathedral, Teatro Degollado and Portales Tlaquepaque Park.