Flying from Jakarta to Mexico City: what you need to know
Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK) is Jakarta's main airport. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Jakarta to Mexico City departing from here.
When it comes to planning your arrival in Mexico City, Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) and Felipe Ángeles International Airport (NLU) are the major entry points.
Mexico City's timezone is UTC-6, making Mexico City 13 hours behind Jakarta.
Give yourself enough time to make your Jakarta to Mexico City flight. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You'll likely experience longer lines in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.
How to find the cheapest flights from Jakarta to Mexico City
Booking ahead of time is often the key to scoring a cheap Jakarta to Mexico City flight. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest plane tickets from Jakarta to Mexico City across the entire month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from Jakarta to Mexico City by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your Jakarta to Mexico City flight results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best.'
Flying from Jakarta
Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK)
Stopovers offer the perfect opportunity to discover a new place or just take a break during your journey. When booking your Jakarta to Mexico City flight, uncheck 'Direct flights only' to browse all potential stops. Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) is an option if you're setting off from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport.
Travelling from central Jakarta to CGK takes around 1 hour 30 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 19 kilometres in 35 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Need a handy hotel close to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Jakarta to Mexico City, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
73.0% of flights departing from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport arrive at their destination on time.
Arriving in Mexico City
Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) is approximately 6 kilometres from the centre of Mexico City. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 25 minutes.
It usually takes 55 minutes to get there when travelling by public transport.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Jakarta to Mexico City, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these hotels near MEX:
Explore without limits with a Benito Juarez International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from INFINITY RENT, MEX or America and venture far and wide through Mexico City and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, book your vehicle from Benito Juarez International Airport around four weeks ahead of your Jakarta to Mexico City flight.
Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU)
Once your flight from Jakarta to Mexico City has hit the tarmac, you can make your way to the city centre in around 55 minutes by car. Central Mexico City is approximately 32 kilometres from Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU).
The trip will take roughly 1 hour 45 minutes on public transport.
There are some comfortable accommodation options within a quick drive of NLU. Shift into relaxation gear at Holiday Inn & Suites Mexico Felipe Angeles Airport after your Jakarta to Mexico City flight.
Europcar, MEX and Keddy By Europcar make collecting a Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport rental car easy and quick. These companies are located around or in the terminal and will get you on your way in no time.
Get what you want, not just what's left over. Reserving your ride from NLU one week in advance often means more savings and a bigger choice of vehicles.
Best time to go to Mexico City
July is the busiest month for flights from Jakarta to Mexico City. To skip the crowds, go to Mexico City in April.
Book a Jakarta to Mexico City ticket departing in April if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Mexico City to range from 10ºC (50ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 6ºC (43ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF). Search for cheap flights from Jakarta to Mexico City around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Mexico City
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Mexico City right here. Check out these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from Jakarta to Mexico City:
All great adventures should include some sightseeing. Zocalo, Chapultepec Park and National Museum of Anthropology are must-visits when exploring Mexico City.
Explore more of Mexico
Ecatepec de Morelos is just one of the many cities in Mexico waiting to be discovered after you've seen Mexico City. Around 21 kilometres to the north-east, top sights here include 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. Start your sightseeing at Guadalajara Cathedral, Teatro Degollado and Portales Tlaquepaque Park.
