Travelling from Midland International Airport (MAF) to Mexico City: what you need to know
Midland International Airport is located in Midland. Based in the UTC-6 timezone, Mexico City is one hour behind Midland.
Give yourself plenty of time to get on your MAF to Mexico City flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
If you're heading away during a major holiday or another peak period, allow for even more time. A good general rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Security and check-in lines will be longer.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially save on your plane ticket from MAF to Mexico City. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search. Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these airports:
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX)
Located around 13 kilometres from central Midland, MAF can be reached in about 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport takes roughly 2 hours 5 minutes.
Looking for a place to stay before your flight from Midland International Airport to Mexico City? Consider Baymont by Wyndham Midland Airport. Get a good night's rest here before heading to MAF.
84.74% of flights leaving Midland International Airport touch down at their destination as planned. Given its impressive on-time stats, delays are unlikely when flying out of MAF.
How to find the cheapest flights from Midland International Airport (MAF) to Mexico City
$451 is currently the best price for a one-way Midland International Airport to Mexico City flight. A return plane ticket starts at $726. These fares may change based on demand and availability.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to locking in a cheap flight from MAF to Mexico City. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
Landing cheap tickets from Midland International Airport to Mexico City is easier if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Try using the 'Whole month' function to get the best prices across the month and land an awesome deal.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from MAF to Mexico City by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when fares go down.
Select your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Midland International Airport to Mexico City by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest.'
Airports in Mexico City
Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) is around 8 kilometres from the centre of Mexico City. If you're getting a cab or a ride-share, the drive will take roughly 25 minutes.
It'll take around 55 minutes when travelling by public transport.
Consider staying in a hotel close to MEX if you're coming in on a late flight from Midland International Airport to Mexico City. Choose one of these options and make your first night all about rest:
Go where the road takes you with a Benito Juarez International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from INFINITY RENT, MEX or America and discover more of Mexico City and beyond.
Get the best deal by booking your ride from Benito Juarez International Airport around four weeks ahead of your flight from MAF to Mexico City.
Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU)
Once your flight from Midland International Airport to Mexico City has hit the runway, you can reach the city centre in around 55 minutes by car. Central Mexico City is roughly 40 kilometres from Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU).
If you travel by public transport, the ride to the centre takes 1 hour 45 minutes or so.
Verticca Hotel is one accommodation option within an easy drive of NLU. Check in here after your MAF to Mexico City flight and then put up the 'Do not disturb' sign to get some rest.
Europcar, MEX and Keddy By Europcar make collecting a Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport rental car simple. These trusted providers are located in or around the terminal and will have you behind the wheel before you know it.
Don't pay more than you need to. Reserving your ride one week before your arrival at NLU can get you a lower rate.
Best time to go to Mexico City
Plan your trip to Mexico City during peak season if you prefer a busy atmosphere, but remember that prices are usually higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Midland International Airport to Mexico City in the off-season when prices are cheaper and it's not as busy.
The warmest month in Mexico City is April, with temperatures ranging between 10ºC (50ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Lock in your Midland International Airport to Mexico City plane ticket then if that's the weather you find most pleasant.
January has average temperatures of between 6ºC (43ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF). Search for a cheap ticket from MAF to Mexico City around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Mexico City
Start your Mexico City trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Midland International Airport to Mexico City, explore our selection of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to know where to start. Chapultepec Park, Zocalo and National Museum of Anthropology are popular attractions which should feature on any well-planned Mexico City itinerary.
Explore more of Mexico
Mexico City has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of Mexico waiting to be discovered. Around 467 kilometres west of Mexico City, a trip to Guadalajara will keep your itinerary packed. Start with attractions like Teatro Degollado, Portales Tlaquepaque Park and Zoologico Guadalajara.
Puebla is another sought-after destination in Mexico and is around 105 kilometres south-east of Mexico City. No journey is complete without visiting Mirador de Los Fuertes, Cuexcomate and Street of Candies.
