Travelling from Mexico City to La Paz El Alto International Airport (LPB): What you need to know
La Paz is two hours ahead of Mexico City. La Paz El Alto International Airport is located in La Paz, which is in the UTC-4 timezone.
Your flight from Mexico City to LPB won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
Be prepared for longer lines during popular months such as September and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Airports in Mexico City
Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
Whether you're eager to discover a new city on the way or just take a break, we make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To compare your options departing from Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Bogota El Dorado International Airport (BOG) is a stop you can make when searching for cheap flights from Mexico City to LPB.
MEX is about 13 kilometres from central Mexico City. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 40 minutes.
Looking for a comfortable hotel close to Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Mexico City to La Paz El Alto International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport scores top marks for on-time performance. 84% of flights that depart MEX reach their destination on time.
Mexico City Felipe Angeles International Airport (NLU)
With public transport, you can travel from central Mexico City to NLU in around 2 hours. The terminal is roughly 56 kilometres away, and making the trip by car will take approximately 55 minutes.
Kick back before your Mexico City to LPB flight at a hotel close to Mexico City Felipe Angeles International Airport. Verticca Hotel is one option where you can jump out of bed and arrive at the airport with time to spare.
When it comes to flights staying on schedule, Mexico City Felipe Angeles International Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 76%.
About La Paz El Alto International Airport (LPB)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Mexico City to La Paz El Alto International Airport, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your luggage at baggage claim and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these hotels near LPB:
To get the lowest price, reserve your vehicle around two weeks ahead of your Mexico City to La Paz El Alto International Airport flight.
Getting from La Paz El Alto International Airport (LPB) to central La Paz
La Paz El Alto International Airport is around 14 kilometres from central La Paz. It takes around 30 minutes or so to drive to the city.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 45 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Mexico City to La Paz El Alto International Airport (LPB)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Mexico City to La Paz El Alto International Airport is $404. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $687. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares may change.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Mexico City to LPB. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely pay.
Cheap Mexico City to La Paz El Alto International Airport tickets are easier to find when you have flexibility in your schedule. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares across every month and then pick the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Mexico City to La Paz El Alto International Airport (LPB)
December is the quietest month for flights from Mexico City to La Paz El Alto International Airport (LPB), while July is the busiest. Work out the best time to visit La Paz based on whether you want a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
When booking your Mexico City to LPB plane ticket, consider the weather you're most comfortable in. November is the warmest month in La Paz, with temperatures ranging from 2ºC (36ºF) to 15ºC (59ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Mexico City to La Paz El Alto International Airport in July when temperatures are between 0ºC (32ºF) and 15ºC (59ºF).
Explore more of Bolivia
La Paz is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of Bolivia waiting to be discovered. About 241 kilometres southeast of La Paz, a trip to Cochabamba will fill your itinerary to the brim. Don't miss top attractions like Ecoturistico Pairumani Park, Iglesia de la Compañía de Jesús and Iglesia de la Recoleta.
Oruro is another essential stop in Bolivia and is around 193 kilometres southeast of La Paz. No journey is complete without seeing Carnaval de oruro, Monumento a la Virgen del Socavon and Catedral de Oruro.
