Flying from Vienna International Airport (VIE) to Mexico City: what you need to know
The timezone in Mexico City is UTC-6. The city is seven hours behind Vienna, where Vienna International Airport is located.
For hassle-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your VIE to Mexico City flight.
Be prepared for longer lines during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
The journey from central Vienna to VIE takes about 15 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 16 kilometers in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Looking for a hotel close to VIE? If you're catching an early flight from Vienna International Airport to Mexico City, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:
80% of flights departing from Vienna International Airport reach their destination on schedule. With its strong on-time stats, you're unlikely to be delayed when flying out of VIE.
How to find the cheapest flights from Vienna International Airport (VIE) to Mexico City
The best price we've seen for a one-way Vienna International Airport to Mexico City flight is AED 1,580. The cheapest price for a return flight is AED 2,888. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap flights from VIE to Mexico City, book ahead. Airlines tend to offer their most competitively priced fares when flights first go on sale.
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Airports in Mexico City
Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
The distance from Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) to central Mexico City is roughly 13 kilometers. It'll take you around 30 minutes to reach the center driving.
Getting to the center by public transport will take you around 40 minutes.
If you have a late flight from Vienna International Airport to Mexico City, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these hotels near MEX:
Lock in the lowest price by booking your ride from Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport around four weeks before your flight from VIE to Mexico City.
Mexico City Felipe Angeles International Airport (NLU)
Once your flight from Vienna International Airport to Mexico City has arrived, you can get to the city center in around 55 minutes by car. Central Mexico City is roughly 56 kilometers from Mexico City Felipe Angeles International Airport (NLU).
Public transport will get you there in about 2 hours.
Verticca Hotel is a comfortable accommodation option within a short drive of NLU. Drop your bags here after your VIE to Mexico City flight and then hang the 'Do not disturb' sign to get some rest.
Avoid last-minute price surges. Booking your ride one week ahead of your arrival at NLU will help you stay within budget.
Best time to go to Mexico City
It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from Vienna International Airport to Mexico City. September is the busiest month to travel to Mexico City. If you like a more relaxed vibe, go in November.
When booking your Vienna International Airport to Mexico City plane ticket, think about what kind of weather works for you. May is the warmest month in Mexico City, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC (54ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from VIE to Mexico City in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 6ºC (43ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF) on average.
More about Mexico City
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Mexico City right here. Explore these options as soon as you've booked your flight from Vienna International Airport to Mexico City:
Every great vacation has to include some sightseeing. Historic Center (Centro Historico), Zócalo and Basilica of Our Lady of Guadalupe are must-visits when exploring Mexico City.
Explore more of Mexico
You've seen Mexico City, now it's time to discover other corners of Mexico. Travel around 467 kilometers west to Guadalajara to tick off its top sights. From Guadalajara Cathedral to Temple of Our Lady of Guadalupe and Mural Gigante FRIDA KHALO, your itinerary will be busy.
If you're interested in discovering another major stop in Mexico, consider Puebla, roughly 105 kilometers southeast of Mexico City. Zócalo de Puebla, Temple of Our Lady of Guadalupe and Centro Histórico de Puebla are among its highlights.