Traveling from Tampa to Mexico City: what you need to know
Planning your vacation begins with figuring out where you'll leave from in Tampa. Tampa International Airport (TPA) is the city's main airport, so explore your options for booking a flight from Tampa to Mexico City taking off from here.
Touch down in Mexico City at Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) or Felipe Ángeles International Airport (NLU).
The average time for a direct Tampa to Mexico City flight is 3 hours 30 minutes.
Mexico City is two hours behind Tampa and is in the UTC-6 timezone.
Tampa International Airport (TPA) to Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) is the most popular route that connects these two cities. There are seven weekly departures to choose from. If you have things to finalize before heading off, the last flight from Tampa to Mexico City is with Aeromexico at 18:00. Opt for the first TPA to MEX departure operated by Aeromexico at 15:43 to maximize your time in Mexico City.
Leave plenty of time to catch your Tampa to Mexico City flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Be prepared for longer queues in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
How to find the cheapest flights from Tampa to Mexico City
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Tampa to Mexico City is $118. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $261. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares may change.
Get cheap Tampa to Mexico City flights by booking two months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
Organize your trip for May. That's the best month for landing cheap plane tickets from Tampa to Mexico City. If you're open to different travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across each month.
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Flying from Tampa
Tampa International Airport (TPA)
You can catch a direct flight from Tampa to Mexico City leaving from Tampa International Airport (TPA). Begin your trip at TPA and touch down at Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX).
Lock in your Tampa to Mexico City plane tickets with Aeromexico. This carrier is a top choice for direct flights from TPA.
Located around 5 miles from central Tampa, TPA can be reached in about 15 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport will take roughly 55 minutes.
Need a handy hotel near Tampa International Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Tampa to Mexico City, these stays will put you nice and close to your departure gate:
Of the flights that depart from Tampa International Airport, 78.59% land on schedule at their destination.
You'll find TPA at 5507 West Spruce Street.
Arriving in Mexico City
Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) is approximately 4 miles from the center of Mexico City. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 25 minutes.
Getting there by public transport typically takes 55 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Tampa to Mexico City, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these hotels near MEX:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Benito Juarez International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from INFINITY RENT, MEX or America and explore beyond Mexico City's main sights.
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your vehicle from Benito Juarez International Airport around four weeks ahead of your departure.
Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU)
Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU) is about 20 miles from the center of Mexico City. Following your flight from Tampa to Mexico City, it'll take you approximately 55 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
The journey will take roughly 1 hour 45 minutes on public transport.
There are some comfortable places to rest your head within a short drive of NLU. Get into relaxation mode at Holiday Inn & Suites Mexico Felipe Angeles Airport after your Tampa to Mexico City flight.
No time to waste? The fastest way to get to where you're going is with a Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Europcar, MEX or Keddy By Europcar and hit the road in a heartbeat.
Snap up the best price by reserving your ride from NLU one week in advance. You'll also have access to a bigger selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Mexico City
July is the busiest month for flights from Tampa to Mexico City. To travel when it's less crowded, visit Mexico City in April.
Lock in a Tampa to Mexico City ticket departing in April if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Mexico City to range from 50ºF to 82ºF.
January sees average temperatures of between 43ºF and 73ºF. Search for cheap flights from Tampa to Mexico City around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Mexico City
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Mexico City right here. Explore these options once you've booked your flight from Tampa to Mexico City:
All great journeys should include some sightseeing. Zocalo, Chapultepec Park and National Museum of Anthropology are essential stops on your Mexico City itinerary.
Explore more of Mexico
Ecatepec de Morelos is just one of the many cities in Mexico waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Mexico City. Around 13 miles to the north-east, popular 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. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Guadalajara Cathedral, Teatro Degollado and Portales Tlaquepaque Park.