Traveling from Oaxaca Airport (OAX) to Merida Airport (MID): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Oaxaca Airport to Merida Airport and you'll be traveling for an average of 1 hour 40 minutes.
Oaxaca and Merida are both in the UTC-6 timezone. That means you won't need to account for any time differences.
Pack your bags and choose from three weekly Oaxaca Airport to Merida Airport flights.
Your OAX to MID flight won't wait if you're late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're traveling internationally.
During popular months like June, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights when you fly during a high season in general.
Volaris has direct flights from Oaxaca Airport to Merida Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to discover the sights in Merida — and maybe even more of Mexico if time allows.
The airline most travelers prefer to fly with on this route is Volaris.
Volaris ranks as the leading on-time carrier for OAX to MID flights, with 96.15% of its services arriving as scheduled.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Oaxaca Airport to Merida Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Some great stopovers between OAX and MID include:
Dallas Fort Worth International Airport
Mexico City Juarez International Airport
Felipe Angeles International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Oaxaca Airport (OAX) to Merida Airport (MID)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Oaxaca Airport to Merida Airport flight is $63. A round-trip ticket is currently $66. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
To get cheap tickets from OAX to MID, book your journey five months before your departure.
October is the cheapest month for flights from Oaxaca Airport to Merida Airport. If you need to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares for each month.
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Secure the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Oaxaca Airport to Merida Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Oaxaca Airport (OAX)
Oaxaca Airport has an excellent on-time performance, so you're less likely to experience disruptions. Departures from OAX land on schedule 81% of the time.
To reach Oaxaca Airport from central Oaxaca, it takes around 20 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 5 miles from the airport to the city center.
The trip on public transport takes about 35 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Oaxaca Airport to Merida Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels near OAX:
Arriving at Merida Airport (MID)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Oaxaca Airport to Merida Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near MID instead:
Follow your own route with a Merida Airport rental car. Book your wheels from MEX, America or INFINITY RENT and discover more of Merida and beyond.
For the lowest price, reserve your ride from Merida Airport around one week ahead.
Getting from Merida Airport (MID) to central Merida
From Merida Airport, Merida is approximately 5 miles away. It takes around 20 minutes to reach the center by car.
Traveling by public transport will take you roughly 30 minutes.
When to fly to Merida Airport (MID)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Oaxaca Airport to Merida Airport. April is the most popular month to head to Merida. If you want a more relaxed vibe, go in March.
The warmest month in Merida is May, with the temperature ranging between 72ºF and 106ºF. Lock in your flights from Oaxaca Airport to Merida Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Search for cheap tickets from OAX to MID in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 63ºF and 88ºF on average.
Explore more of Mexico
Cancun is just one of the many cities in Mexico waiting to be explored after you've seen Merida. Around 180 miles away to the east, check out popular attractions including chichen itzá Park, Cancun Beach and Hotel Zone.
Around 300 miles south-west of Merida, Villahermosa is another essential stop in Mexico. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Tamoanchan, Catedral del Senor de Tabasco and Plaza de Armas.