Flying from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Mexico City: what you need to know
The timezone in Mexico City is UTC-6. The city is seven hours behind Zurich, where Zurich Airport is located.
Leave plenty of time to make your ZRH to Mexico City flight. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You'll likely experience longer lines in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Located around 10 kilometers from the center of Zurich, ZRH can be reached in about 15 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport takes roughly 10 minutes.
Looking for a hotel close to ZRH? If you've booked an early flight from Zurich Airport to Mexico City, these stays put the terminal practically at your doorstep:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Zurich Airport, 76% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
How to find the cheapest flights from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Mexico City
The best price we've found for a one-way Zurich Airport to Mexico City flight is AED 1,594. The cheapest price for a return flight is AED 2,542. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to pick up cheap flights from ZRH to Mexico City if you book early. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird discounts.
If you have flexibility with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the lowest price across every month when searching for your Zurich Airport to Mexico City ticket.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from ZRH to Mexico City by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Save money on your flight from Zurich Airport to Mexico City with the help of our filters. Choose your ideal times, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.
Airports in Mexico City
Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) to central Mexico City takes about 30 minutes by car. The center is roughly 13 kilometers away.
It'll take around 40 minutes to get there by public transport.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Zurich Airport to Mexico City. Reserve one of these accommodation options near MEX instead:
Lock in the lowest price by booking your ride from Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport about four weeks in advance of your flight from ZRH to Mexico City.
Mexico City Felipe Angeles International Airport (NLU)
Central Mexico City is about 56 kilometers from Mexico City Felipe Angeles International Airport (NLU). Once your flight from Zurich 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 trip will take about 2 hours on public transport.
You'll find a few terrific places to lay your head within a quick drive of NLU. Ease into relaxation mode at Verticca Hotel after your ZRH to Mexico City flight.
Call dibs on the best options. Reserving your ride from NLU one week in advance often means lower prices and a wider range of vehicles.
Best time to go to Mexico City
November is the quietest month for flights from Zurich Airport to Mexico City, while September is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to go to Mexico City based on whether you like a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in Mexico City is May, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Book your Zurich Airport to Mexico City plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from ZRH to Mexico City in January when temperatures average between 6ºC (43ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF).
More about Mexico City
Once you've booked your flight from Zurich Airport to Mexico City, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Mexico City:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be tricky to work out where to begin. Historic Center (Centro Historico), Zócalo and Basilica of Our Lady of Guadalupe are highlights which should be on every Mexico City itinerary.
Explore more of Mexico
Guadalajara is just one of the many cities in Mexico waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Mexico City. Around 467 kilometers away to the west, its best attractions include Guadalajara Cathedral, Temple of Our Lady of Guadalupe and Mural Gigante FRIDA KHALO.
Puebla is another sought-after destination in Mexico and is around 105 kilometers southeast of Mexico City. No trip is complete without seeing Zócalo de Puebla, Temple of Our Lady of Guadalupe and Centro Histórico de Puebla.