Traveling from Palmerola Air Base (XPL) to Mexico City: what you need to know
Mexico City and Comayagua (where Palmerola Air Base Airport is located) share the UTC-6 timezone. That means you won't need to adjust your watch when you land.
To ensure you get on your flight from XPL to Mexico City, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're traveling during peak periods in general.
You'll need an embassy visa for Mexico if you have a passport from Honduras and are traveling for tourism purposes. Travel documentation and visa requirements change frequently. So before you book your cheap ticket from Palmerola Air Base to Mexico City, check with your airline as well as the destination country's local embassy or consulate for the latest updates.
To reach XPL from central Comayagua, it'll take about 16 minutes if you're traveling by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 11 kilometers from the airport to the city center.
Want a leisurely start to your trip? Stay near XPL. Whether you've booked an early flight from Palmerola Air Base Airport to Mexico City or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are the answer:
How to find the cheapest flights from Palmerola Air Base Airport (XPL) to Mexico City
AED 767 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Palmerola Air Base Airport to Mexico City. For a return flight on this route, the best price is AED 1,435. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
It's usually best to book in advance if you're looking for cheap flight tickets from XPL to Mexico City. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest tickets from Palmerola Air Base Airport to Mexico City throughout the entire month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your plans aren't set in stone.
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Airports in Mexico City
Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) to the center of Mexico City takes about 24 minutes by car. It's approximately 8 kilometers away.
It'll take around 57 minutes if you're traveling by public transport.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Palmerola Air Base Airport to Mexico City. Book one of these accommodation options near MEX instead:
Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU)
Central Mexico City is approximately 40 kilometers from Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU). As soon as your flight from Palmerola Air Base Airport to Mexico City has touched down and you've made your way out of the airport, expect a drive of around 55 minutes.
The journey will take about 1 hour and 46 minutes on public transport.
Villa Granada is one accommodation option within a short drive of NLU. Check in here after your flight from XPL to Mexico City and then put up the 'Do not disturb' sign to get some rest.
Best time to go to Mexico City
July is the busiest month for flights from Palmerola Air Base Airport to Mexico City. To skip the crowds, head for Mexico City in April when it's quieter.
Book your flight from Palmerola Air Base Airport to Mexico City for April to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 10ºC to 28ºC.
Search for cheap flights from XPL to Mexico City in January if you like traveling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 6ºC and 23ºC on average.
More about Mexico City
Start your Mexico City trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Palmerola Air Base to Mexico City, check out our selection of hotels including:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to know where to begin. Zocalo, Chapultepec Park and National Museum of Anthropology are highlights which should be on any good Mexico City itinerary.
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