Question 1

Is there curbside service or a drop-off spot at JFK?

Accepted Answer

John F. Kennedy International Airport actually has a Kiss & Fly area. Located at AirTrain’s Howard Beach Station near long-term parking, it makes it easy to drop someone off. From here you can catch the train directly to your terminal.

Question 2

What is there for children at John F. Kennedy International Airport?

Accepted Answer

If you decide to take your kids on a flight from JFK to Mexico City, you won’t run out of things to do. JFK offers fun restaurants where you can enjoy kid-friendly meals. One special spot is the Shake Shack, which specializes in burgers and frozen custard. Once you’re done eating, burn off some energy with a visit to the playground area, which is located in Terminal 5 close to JetBlue.

Question 3

Where is the closest restroom to the arrival hall at MEX?

Accepted Answer

There are a few restrooms on or near the arrival hall, including one straight down the hall and close to the exit. You can also turn left toward international flights, where there is a restroom in the center of the hall.

Question 4

How can I get downtown from Mexico City International Airport?

Accepted Answer

Offering both ease and convenience, the airport has its own bus service. This bus goes from the airport to downtown Mexico City and to nearby towns such as San Juan del Rio. Once you have claimed your bags, head to Terminal 2 - Gate D to catch a ride. AirTrain provides passenger transportation inside the airport.

Question 5

Are there any hotels in Mexico City with an airport shuttle service?

Accepted Answer

If you are visiting Mexico City on vacation, you’ll likely enjoy staying in the historic city center. Some hotels downtown that offer an airport shuttle include the Holiday Inn Mexico Dali Aeropuerto, Suites Amberes, and Hotel Riazor.

Question 6

Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on New York to Mexico City flights?

Accepted Answer

Among airlines operating New York to Mexico City flights:

• Viva: offers free seat selection
• Delta: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
• Aeromexico: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
• American Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
• United Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection

Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

Question 7

Which airlines are available on the route from New York to Mexico City?

Accepted Answer

5 airlines operate flights between New York and Mexico City. The airlines offering direct flights on this route include:

• Aeromexico
• United Airlines
• Delta
• American Airlines
• Viva

Question 8

Which airports can I use when flying from New York to Mexico City?

Accepted Answer

Flights from New York to Mexico City may depart from several airports in New York area, including Newark (EWR), New York John F Kennedy Intl (JFK) and New York LaGuardia (LGA). Flights usually arrive at Mexico City Benito Juarez (MEX).

Question 9

Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on New York to Mexico City flights?

Accepted Answer

Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

• Viva: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
• Delta: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
• Aeromexico: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class

Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so travellers should check the fare details before booking.

Question 10

Which cabin classes can I book on flights from New York to Mexico City?

Accepted Answer

Only Economy class is available on flights from New York to Mexico City.

Question 11

How much can I save by having a stopover when flying from New York to Mexico City?

Accepted Answer

On this route, stopover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Stopover fares average $537 return via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD), compared with $846 for direct.

Question 12

What is the standard checked bag allowance on flights from New York to Mexico City?

Accepted Answer

There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $39–$141 for the first checked bag in Economy. Premium fares and elite status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

Question 13

Which airports do connecting flights from New York to Mexico City pass through?

Accepted Answer

One-stop flights from New York to Mexico City most commonly connect through:

• Guadalajara Miguel Hidal (GDL) – 23% of one-stop connections
• Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) – 21% of one-stop connections
• Monterrey Gen Mariano Escobedo (MTY) – 10% of one-stop connections
• Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) – 9% of one-stop connections

Guadalajara Miguel Hidal (GDL) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

Question 14

Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from New York to Mexico City?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 9% on the New York to Mexico City route. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $806 return on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $879, a difference of $73. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

Question 15

At what point is a flight considered delayed on the route from New York to Mexico City?

Accepted Answer

A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the New York to Mexico City route, 17% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 3 hours 6 minutes.

Question 16

How are flight departures from New York to Mexico City spread across the day?

Accepted Answer

Morning is the busiest departure period on New York to Mexico City flights, with 56% leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 44%, Evening flights for 0%, and Night flights for 0%.

Question 17

What popular places can I visit in Mexico City?

Accepted Answer

El Ángel de la Independencia is one of the most viewed places in Mexico City on KAYAK.

Question 18

What are the earliest and latest flights from New York to Mexico City?

Accepted Answer

These are the earliest and latest flight times available from New York to Mexico City:

• Earliest: departs at 06:41 and lands at 12:18
• Latest: departs at 18:27 and lands at 00:04.

The flight takes about 5h 37m.

Question 19

How expensive are last-minute New York to Mexico City flights?

Accepted Answer

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within 2 weeks of departure) run 10% above the route average of $832. Book 17 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

Question 20

How long is a flight from New York to Mexico City?

Accepted Answer

A direct flight from New York to Mexico City takes 5h 37m, covering 5,402 km.

Question 21

Do I need a passport to fly from New York to Mexico City?

Accepted Answer

Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

Question 22

How are flight prices from New York to Mexico City looking right now?

Accepted Answer

One-way fares from New York to Mexico City are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $329, which is 24% below the typical average for this route.

Question 23

How does Aeromexico's on-time performance compare to other airlines on New York to Mexico City flights?

Accepted Answer

Aeromexico is slightly above the route average for timely arrivals, while American Airlines has a lower on-time arrival rate. On-time arrival rates on New York to Mexico City flights are:

• Aeromexico: 88% on time
• American Airlines: 86% on time
• Delta: 82% on time

On average, flights on this route are punctual 83% of the time.

Question 24

How do delay rates compare for morning and evening flights from New York to Mexico City?

Accepted Answer

Night flights have the fewest delays on this route. Delays tend to pile up throughout the day as one late flight pushes the next, so earlier departures are usually more reliable.

Question 25

How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from New York to Mexico City?

Accepted Answer

Flying via San Antonio (SAT) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 7h 44m, compared to 7h 52m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) and 7h 57m via Charlotte Douglas (CLT).

Question 26

What is the time difference between New York and Mexico City?

Accepted Answer

Mexico City is 2 hours behind New York (Central Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Question 27

Which car hire options are available at Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport (MEX)?

Accepted Answer

Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport (MEX) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around $2 for economy cars. Top options include:
• Budget
• Infinity Car Rental
• Europcar
• MEXRENTACAR
• America Car Rental

Question 28

How much should I expect to pay for a New York to Mexico City flight?

Accepted Answer

Return flights from New York to Mexico City range from $672 to $1,029, with an average of $832 over the past 12 months. Anything below $672 counts as a good deal.

Question 29

Which airlines offer Wi-Fi on New York to Mexico City flights?

Accepted Answer

Four airlines offer in-flight Wi-Fi on New York to Mexico City flights:

• Delta
• Aeromexico
• American Airlines
• JetBlue

Pricing varies by airline and fare class. Some plans are included with the ticket or loyalty programme, while others are paid add-ons priced by flight length.

Question 30

How much is a return flight from New York to Mexico City?

Accepted Answer

Return flights from New York to Mexico City start at $585. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical return fares ranging from $672 to $1,029. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $585 on Viva.

Question 31

What is the cheapest New York to Mexico City flight route?

Accepted Answer

New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA) to Mexico City (MEX) is the cheapest New York to Mexico City route, averaging $697 return. Other New York to Mexico City routes average $838, based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

Question 32

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from New York to Mexico City?

Accepted Answer

Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from New York to Mexico City and is 4% cheaper than the average day. Sunday is the most expensive day with flight prices 5% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

Question 33

What is the cheapest month to fly from New York to Mexico City?

Accepted Answer

•September is the cheapest month to fly from New York to Mexico City at $694 return.
•December ($1,070) and August ($914) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 54% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

Question 34

When are prices from New York to Mexico City the cheapest?

Accepted Answer

Flights from New York to Mexico City are cheapest 17 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 20% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Question 35

What is the cheapest airline to fly from New York to Mexico City?

Accepted Answer

Viva ($585) and United Airlines ($672) are the cheapest airlines to fly return from New York to Mexico City according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

Question 36

Which airline offers the most direct flights between New York and Mexico City?

Accepted Answer

Aeromexico and United Airlines offer the most frequent direct flights from New York to Mexico City at 26 and 14 flights per week, respectively. Viva is another good option, operating 7 flights per week. Based on KAYAK flight data over the last 3 months.

Question 37

How often are flights from New York to Mexico City delayed?

Accepted Answer

Over the last 12 months, New York to Mexico City flights were delayed in 17% of cases. Delayed flights averaged 186 minutes behind schedule.

Question 38

What is the most punctual time of day to fly from New York to Mexico City?

Accepted Answer

Night flights have the fewest delays. Afternoon departures experience delays most often. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

Question 39

Which day of the week has the fewest delays on New York to Mexico City flights?

Accepted Answer

•Friday has the fewest flight delays on the New York to Mexico City route at only 12% of flights delayed.
•Sunday has the most delays at 22%. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

Question 40

Which airline is the most punctual on New York to Mexico City flights?

Accepted Answer

Aeromexico is the most punctual airline on New York to Mexico City flights – KAYAK's system tracked that 88% of flights were on time in the past 3 months.

Question 41

What is the most popular stopover airport when flying from New York to Mexico City?

Accepted Answer

Guadalajara Miguel Hidal (GDL) is the most popular stopover for the New York to Mexico City route. 23% of KAYAK users who booked 1-stop return journeys over the past 3 months connected via GDL.

Question 42

What is the cheapest stopover airport when flying from New York to Mexico City?

Accepted Answer

Flights via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) offer the most affordable fares, with an average return price of $537. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

Question 43

Which route, including a stopover, takes the shortest amount of time to travel from New York to Mexico City?

Accepted Answer

San Antonio (SAT) offers the shortest 1-stop connection from New York to Mexico City at 7h 44m one-way, 2h 07m longer than the 5h 37m direct flight. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

Question 44

When flying from New York to Mexico City, which airport offers the shortest stopover?

Accepted Answer

San Antonio (SAT) had the shortest average connection time for New York to Mexico City stopovers at 259 minutes over the past 3 months.

Question 45

How many direct flights run daily between New York and Mexico City?

Accepted Answer

There are 8 to 9 flights per day from New York to Mexico City, about 61 flights per week. Monday has the most departures, with 15% of weekly flights.

Question 46

What time of day do most flights depart from New York to Mexico City?

Accepted Answer

Most direct flights from New York to Mexico City depart in the morning, accounting for 56% of direct departures. Around 5 flights are scheduled in that window over the next three months.

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