Flying from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY) to Mexico City: what you need to know
Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport is located in New Orleans. Based in the UTC-6 timezone, Mexico City is one hour behind New Orleans.
To avoid rushing for your MSY to Mexico City flight, leave plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Longer lines at check-in and security are more likely if you're jetting off during high season, so allow some extra breathing room. A good general rule for peak times? Get there up to four hours ahead for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
We make it easy to book plane tickets from MSY to Mexico City with a stopover. To see the options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to see the sights of the city of your choice. Major stopovers include:
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
Cancun International Airport (CUN)
The journey from central New Orleans to MSY takes around 50 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 19 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Booked an early flight from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport to Mexico City? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels close to MSY:
Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport maintains a solid on-time performance, so you're less likely to experience disruptions. Departures from MSY arrive at their destination as scheduled 81.19% of the time.
MSY's address is 900 Airline Highway.
How to find the cheapest flights from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY) to Mexico City
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport to Mexico City flight is $214. The cheapest price for a return flight is $484. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Booking in advance is often the key to locking in a cheap flight from MSY to Mexico City. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the nearer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, take advantage of the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the cheapest price across every month when searching for your Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport to Mexico City ticket.
You don't need to keep checking in to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment there's an extra saving on cheap flights from MSY to Mexico City.
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Airports in Mexico City
Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
The distance from Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) to central Mexico City is roughly 8 kilometres. It takes about 25 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Travelling by public transport takes around 55 minutes.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport to Mexico City. Book one of these accommodation options near MEX instead:
Grab a Benito Juarez International Airport rental car and explore Mexico City and beyond with your own wheels. INFINITY RENT, MEX and America are top providers to choose from here.
Reserving your vehicle from Benito Juarez International Airport about four weeks in advance of your flight from MSY to Mexico City can help you secure the lowest rate.
Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU)
Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU) is around 40 kilometres from central Mexico City. Following your flight from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport to Mexico City, it'll take you around 55 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
If you travel by public transport, you'll reach the centre in 1 hour 45 minutes or so.
You'll find some fantastic places to rest your head within a short drive of NLU. Ease into relaxation mode at Verticca Hotel after your MSY to Mexico City flight.
Europcar, MEX and Keddy By Europcar make picking up a Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport rental car quick and easy. These reliable suppliers are located in or around the terminal and will get you on your way in no time.
Get the pick of the lot. Booking your ride from NLU one week ahead of time often means better prices and a bigger choice of vehicles.
Best time to go to Mexico City
Plan your trip to Mexico City in peak season if you like a lively atmosphere, but remember that prices tend to be higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport to Mexico City in the low season when prices are cheaper and it's less crowded.
The warmest month in Mexico City is April, with temperatures ranging between 10ºC (50ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Book your Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport to Mexico City plane ticket then if that's the weather you find most pleasant.
Search for cheap tickets from MSY to Mexico City in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 6ºC (43ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF) on average.
More about Mexico City
Once you've booked your flight from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport to Mexico City, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these options your base for exploring Mexico City:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be difficult to know where to start. Chapultepec Park, Zocalo and National Museum of Anthropology are top attractions which should be on any well-planned Mexico City itinerary.
Explore more of Mexico
Guadalajara is just one of the many places in Mexico waiting to be explored after you've experienced Mexico City. Around 467 kilometres away to the west, its best attractions include Teatro Degollado, Portales Tlaquepaque Park and Zoologico Guadalajara.
Puebla is another well-known destination in Mexico and is around 105 kilometres south-east of Mexico City. No journey is complete without seeing Mirador de Los Fuertes, Cuexcomate and Street of Candies.
