Cheap flights from Los Angeles International to Mexico City

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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Mexico City? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $363. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles International to Mexico City

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Los Angeles International to Mexico City flights are currently cheapest in July.

Direct flights from Los Angeles International to Mexico City

Alternative Los Angeles International to Mexico City routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Los Angeles International to Mexico City? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Los Angeles to Mexico City: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$143
Cheapest month to flyJuly
Average flight time3 hrs, 42 mins
Most popular airlineDelta
Average flights per week230

Finding cheap flights from Los Angeles International to Mexico City: Frequently asked questions

There are 3 airports in Mexico City: Mexico City Juarez International, Felipe Angeles International and Toluca.
The best price we found for a return flight from Los Angeles International to Mexico City is $306. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
3 hours and 42 minutes is the average flight time from Los Angeles International to Mexico City.
Delta, Aeromexico and WestJet fly direct from Los Angeles International to Mexico City.
As of May 2026, there are 230 flights per week flying from Los Angeles International to Mexico City.
The cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles International to Mexico City is usually February.
If you're flying from Los Angeles International Airport, the cheapest airport near Mexico City is Mexico City Juarez International – which is 6.4 km away from the centre of Mexico City. We've found flights into this airport from $306.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Los Angeles International Airport to Mexico City on Wednesday, 10 February 2027.
Yes – the average flight time is 3 hours and 42 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Mexico City but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Mexico City is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In May, the average temperature is usually around 18°C. June is typically the warmest month in Mexico City, when it usually averages around 24°C. You can expect the least rain in December. The coldest month is December, with temperatures averaging 5°C. The rainiest month is September.
Currently, Viva offers the cheapest flight tickets to Mexico City.

Flying from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Mexico City: what you need to know

  • The average duration of a direct flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Mexico City is 4 hours 15 minutes.

  • Los Angeles International Airport is located in Los Angeles. Following the UTC-6 timezone, Mexico City is two hours ahead of Los Angeles.

  • The most popular route is from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX). You can select from 60 weekly services between these two airports. If you want to get on your way as soon as possible, the earliest flight from LAX to MEX is the 00:04 Aeromexico service. If you're planning to fly out later on, the last departure is at 23:54 with Aeromexico.

  • For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your LAX to Mexico City flight.

  • You can expect bigger queues in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.

  • Direct Los Angeles International Airport to Mexico City tickets are available for booking. Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) is where you'll step off the plane.

  • Popular airlines that offer direct flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Mexico City include:

  • Consider adding a stopover to potentially land a cheaper plane ticket from LAX to Mexico City. All you need to do is uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search. Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these connection hubs:

    • Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla Guadalajara Intl Airport (GDL)

    • Monterrey International Airport (MTY)

    • Los Cabos International Airport (SJD)

  • Travelling from central Los Angeles to LAX takes around 1 hour on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a taxi, you'll cover the 19 kilometres in 35 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.

  • Looking for a hotel near LAX? If you've booked an early flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Mexico City, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:

  • 80% of flights leaving Los Angeles International Airport touch down at their destination as planned. Given its strong on-time performance, you're unlikely to face delays when jetting out of LAX.

  • LAX is located at One World Way.

How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Mexico City

  • The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Los Angeles International Airport to Mexico City flight is $143. The cheapest price for a return flight is $306. Bear in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.

  • Book seven months before flying. Research on pricing trends suggests this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from LAX to Mexico City.

  • Schedule your trip for December. That's the best month for landing an epic deal on Los Angeles International Airport to Mexico City tickets. If you're open to different travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to access the cheapest price across each month.

  • Never miss a deal on cheap flights from LAX to Mexico City by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when fares go down.

  • Snag an affordable flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Mexico City with the help of our filters. Choose your ideal times, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.

Airports in Mexico City

Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)

  • Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) to central Mexico City takes around 30 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 13 kilometres away.

  • Getting there on public transport will take you around 40 minutes.

  • Think about booking a hotel near MEX if you have a late flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Mexico City. Pick one of these accommodation options and make your first night all about rest:

  • Get the best deal by booking your vehicle from Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport about four weeks in advance of your flight from LAX to Mexico City.

Mexico City Felipe Angeles International Airport (NLU)

  • After your flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Mexico City has arrived, you can get to the city centre in about 55 minutes by car. Central Mexico City is roughly 56 kilometres from Mexico City Felipe Angeles International Airport (NLU).

  • If you travel by public transport, the ride to the centre takes 2 hours or so.

  • Unpack and relax not long after your LAX to Mexico City flight at Verticca Hotel. This comfy accommodation option is a quick drive from NLU.

  • Avoid potential price surges. Booking your ride one week ahead of your arrival at NLU will save you money.

Best time to go to Mexico City

  • September is the busiest month for flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Mexico City. To skip the crowds, plan your trip to Mexico City in November.

  • Lock in a Los Angeles International Airport to Mexico City plane ticket with a departure in May if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 12ºC (54ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).

  • January sees average temperatures of between 6ºC (43ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF). Search for a cheap ticket from LAX to Mexico City around that time if you like cooler conditions.

More about Mexico City

  • After booking your flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Mexico City, choose a hotel that combines comfort with a great location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Mexico City:

  • All great holidays should include a little sightseeing. Historic Centre (Centro Historico), Zócalo and Basilica of Our Lady of Guadalupe are attractions you won't want to skip in Mexico City.

Explore more of Mexico

  • Guadalajara is just one of the many cities in Mexico waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Mexico City. Around 467 kilometres away to the west, top sights here include Guadalajara Cathedral, Temple of Our Lady of Guadalupe and Mural Gigante FRIDA KHALO.

  • Around 105 kilometres 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.

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