Traveling from Ernesto Cortissoz International Airport (BAQ) to Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX): what you need to know
Mexico City's timezone is UTC-6, which makes Mexico City one hour behind Barranquilla.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Be at the airport with enough time to catch your BAQ to MEX flight.
Traveling during a peak time like August? School holidays and other high seasons can mean longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Ernesto Cortissoz International Airport to Benito Juarez International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Top stopovers between BAQ and MEX include:
Tocumen International Airport
El Dorado International Airport
Miami International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Ernesto Cortissoz International Airport (BAQ) to Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
$174 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Ernesto Cortissoz International Airport to Benito Juarez International Airport flight. A return flight starts from $363. These fares may change depending on availability and demand.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from BAQ to MEX if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird deals.
If you can be flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' search function. It'll show you the cheapest price in every month when searching for a flight from Ernesto Cortissoz International Airport to Benito Juarez International Airport.
You don't need to check every day to find out if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll send you an update as soon as there's a better deal on cheap flights from BAQ to MEX.
Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Ernesto Cortissoz International Airport to Benito Juarez International Airport.
Handy information about Ernesto Cortissoz International Airport (BAQ)
Of all flights departing from Ernesto Cortissoz International Airport, 71.24% land on time at their destination.
To get to Ernesto Cortissoz International Airport from central Barranquilla, it takes about 40 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 11 miles from the airport to the city center.
Booked an early flight from Ernesto Cortissoz International Airport to Benito Juarez International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these hotels close to BAQ:
Arriving at Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
Book a hotel near MEX if you have a late Ernesto Cortissoz International Airport to Benito Juarez International Airport flight. Check in to one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Pick up a Benito Juarez International Airport rental car and discover Mexico City and beyond with your own wheels. INFINITY RENT, MEX and America are top outlets you can book with here.
Booking your vehicle from Benito Juarez International Airport around four weeks ahead gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Getting from Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) to central Mexico City
Benito Juarez International Airport is roughly 5 miles from the center of Mexico City. Driving there takes about 25 minutes.
Traveling to the center on public transport will take you roughly 55 minutes.
When to fly to Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Ernesto Cortissoz International Airport to Benito Juarez International Airport. July is the busiest month to head to Mexico City. If you like a more low-key vibe, go in April.
Book your flight from Ernesto Cortissoz International Airport to Benito Juarez International Airport for April if you want to visit Mexico City during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 50ºF and 82ºF.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from BAQ to MEX in January. Temperatures average between 43ºF and 73ºF then.
Explore more of Mexico
Ecatepec de Morelos is just one of the many cities in Mexico waiting to be explored once you've seen Mexico City. Around 13 miles away to the north-east, well-known attractions include Grupo Scout 360 Aztlan, mirador del Valle Park and Kinder casanueva.
Around 290 miles west of Mexico City, Guadalajara is another essential stop in Mexico. No visit is complete without checking out Guadalajara Cathedral, Teatro Degollado and Portales Tlaquepaque Park.
