NYC - MEX

$296 Find Cheap Flights from New York to Mexico City

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Cheap Flights from New York to Mexico City (NYC-MEX)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for return flights from New York to Mexico City that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent return flight deals from New York to Mexico City

mar, 14 ott - mer, 22 ott
United Airlines Logo
16:57 - 20:15EWR-MEX
5h 18mdirect
United Airlines Logo
08:05 - 15:05MEX-EWR
5h 00mdirect
$612United Airlines
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sab, 15 nov - sab, 22 nov
Delta Logo
06:00 - 12:45EWR-MEX
7h 45m1 stop
Delta Logo
16:00 - 22:00MEX-EWR
5h 00mdirect
$618Delta
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dom, 26 ott - ven, 7 nov
Delta Logo
09:30 - 18:55EWR-MEX
11h 25m1 stop
Delta Logo
12:20 - 00:59MEX-EWR
11h 39m1 stop
$620Delta
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sab, 27 set - sab, 4 ott
United Airlines Logo
07:45 - 15:40LGA-MEX
9h 55m1 stop
United Airlines Logo
06:30 - 23:14MEX-LGA
14h 44m1 stop
$621United Airlines
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mar, 14 ott - mar, 21 ott
Delta Logo
08:01 - 11:45EWR-MEX
5h 44mdirect
Delta Logo
14:50 - 22:00MEX-EWR
5h 10mdirect
$623Delta
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gio, 18 dic - ven, 30 gen
Delta Logo
07:00 - 12:10EWR-MEX
6h 10mdirect
Delta Logo
13:51 - 23:03MEX-EWR
8h 12m1 stop
$627Delta
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dom, 12 ott - sab, 25 ott
American Airlines Logo
05:00 - 11:40EWR-MEX
8h 40m1 stop
American Airlines Logo
05:00 - 15:47MEX-EWR
8h 47m1 stop
$636American Airlines
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dom, 12 ott - sab, 25 ott
American Airlines Logo
06:00 - 11:40LGA-MEX
7h 40m1 stop
American Airlines Logo
13:10 - 23:35MEX-LGA
8h 25m1 stop
$636American Airlines
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gio, 30 ott - gio, 6 nov
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19:59 - 18:45LGA-MEX
24h 46m1 stop
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07:00 - 16:00MEX-LGA
8h 00m1 stop
gio, 30 ott - gio, 6 nov
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22:55 - 22:00LGA-MEX
25h 05m2 stops
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07:00 - 16:00MEX-LGA
8h 00m1 stop

Everything you should know

Our travellers' advice
AI-generated summary based on content written by KAYAK users
Eat before boarding to avoid restroom trips.
Expect long queues at JFK, so arrive early.
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Top routes
JFK-MEX
Cheapest • 11% average savings
JFK-MEX
Most popular
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When to book
3 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 3 weeks in advance save around 7% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
June
Cheapest • 16% price drop
December
Most popular
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Cheapest return fare
$612
Overall average: $872
United Airlines
mar 14/10mer 22/10
EWR - MEX • Direct
Cheapest one-way flight
$296
Typical prices: $531-620
Multi-carrier
mer 1/10
LGA - MEX • 2 stops
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KAYAK's insights & trends for New York to Mexico City flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from New York to Mexico City to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

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

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

Data is based on round-trip flight searches on KAYAK over the past month.

The cheapest return flight from New York to Mexico City costs $571 on the route between New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport (JFK) and Mexico City (MEX). Over the past month, this route was, on average, 11% cheaper than other New York-Mexico City routes. It is also the most popular route.

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from New York to Mexico City, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from New York to Mexico City is June, where tickets cost $665 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and November, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $1,208 and $866 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from New York to Mexico City?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from New York to Mexico City, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from New York to Mexico City, you should book around 3 weeks before departure, which saves you about 7% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 12 weeks before departure.

Good to know

Low seasonSeptember
Best time to beat the crowds (8% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (52% more expensive on average)

When to book flights from New York to Mexico City

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from New York to Mexico City based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated return price
KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or returns with a duration up to 40 days. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

Flights from New York to Mexico City: the best tips from KAYAK users' own experiences

Insights shared by verified travellers who flew the route from New York to Mexico City 
MichaelFlew with DeltaJFK-MEXOct 2024
Get to the airport early. Queues in JFK are terrible
LionelFlew with American AirlinesJFK-MEXApr 2024
To buy food in advance and put in in the bags to account for plane delays. I also recommend to activate plane information updates on the phone.
TommyFlew with American AirlinesJFK-MEXMay 2024
Eat and use the rest room before flight and try not to leave your seat at all.

FAQs for booking flights from New York to Mexico City

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

    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.

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

    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.

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

    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.

  • How can I get downtown from Mexico City International Airport?

    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.

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

    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.

  • What is the cheapest flight from New York to Mexico City?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from New York to Mexico City was $197 for a one-way ticket and $408 for a return.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from New York to Mexico City?

    Delta, Aeromexico, American Airlines, JetBlue, and Alaska Airlines offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the New York to Mexico City flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from New York to Mexico City?

    The Boeing 737 MAX 8 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the New York to Mexico City flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from New York to Mexico City?

    oneworld, SkyTeam, and Star Alliance are the airline alliances operating flights between New York and Mexico City, with SkyTeam being the most commonly used for this route.

  • On which days can I fly direct from New York to Mexico City?

    There are direct flights from New York to Mexico City on a daily basis.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from New York to Mexico City?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from New York to Mexico City.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from New York to Mexico City?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Mexico City from New York is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from New York to Mexico City?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly to Mexico City with an airline and back to New York with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from New York to Mexico City?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Mexico City from New York up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from New York to Mexico City

  • Delta, jetBlue and United Airlines offer non-stop flights from New York City to Mexico City. These flight are just under six hours and depart at different times throughout the day and night.
  • Interjet and Aeromexico also offer red-eye flights out of JFK for business travelers who don’t want to miss a day of work. For leaving New York City, you’ll have the option of flying out of LaGuardia Airport (LGA), John F. Kennedy Airport (JFK), or Newark Liberty International Airport. The shortest and most frequent flights, however, are available through JFK.
  • John F. Kennedy International Airport also offers the most amenities, including coffee shops like Starbucks as well as retailers such as Michael Kors, Victoria’s Secret, and Mont Blanc. Both domestic and international flights from over 80 airlines fly out of JFK. Located in Queens, it is very convenient for those in Manhattan, Brooklyn, the Bronx, or Staten Island.
  • If you’re hungry when you get off the plane in Mexico City, you’ll have a number of restaurant choices at the airport. For a quick bite, you can grab a sandwich at Burger King (near Hall 11), Subway (near Gate B), or McDonald’s (near Gate C). Sit-down eateries such as Bar 21 (near Hall 21) or Lindbergh’s (near Hall 17) provide more hearty meals.
  • Mexico City International Airport is just a few miles from the center of Mexico City’s downtown. It is also a short drive from popular tourist attractions and destinations like the National Palace, Chapultepec Park, and the National History Museum.

Prefer to fly direct from New York to Mexico City Benito Juarez?

 
Direct data is based off flight results for the next 60 days. Find direct flights from all airlines flying direct from New York to Mexico City Benito Juarez.
Find which airlines fly direct from New York to Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

New York to Mexico City Benito Juarez

Monday

Aeromexico, American Airlines, Delta, +1 more

Aeromexico, American Airlines, +2 more

Tuesday

Aeromexico, American Airlines, Delta, +1 more

Aeromexico, American Airlines, +2 more

Wednesday

Aeromexico, American Airlines, Delta, +1 more

Aeromexico, American Airlines, +2 more

Thursday

Aeromexico, American Airlines, Delta, +1 more

Aeromexico, American Airlines, +2 more

Friday

Aeromexico, American Airlines, Delta, +1 more

Aeromexico, American Airlines, +2 more

Saturday

Aeromexico, American Airlines, Delta, +1 more

Aeromexico, American Airlines, +2 more

Sunday

Aeromexico, American Airlines, Delta, +1 more

Aeromexico, American Airlines, +2 more

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Direct returns

Mexico City Benito Juarez to New York

Monday

Aeromexico, American Airlines, Delta, +1 more

Aeromexico, American Airlines, +2 more

Tuesday

Aeromexico, American Airlines, Delta, +1 more

Aeromexico, American Airlines, +2 more

Wednesday

Aeromexico, American Airlines, Delta, +1 more

Aeromexico, American Airlines, +2 more

Thursday

Aeromexico, American Airlines, Delta, +1 more

Aeromexico, American Airlines, +2 more

Friday

Aeromexico, American Airlines, Delta, +1 more

Aeromexico, American Airlines, +2 more

Saturday

Aeromexico, American Airlines, Delta, +1 more

Aeromexico, American Airlines, +2 more

Sunday

Aeromexico, American Airlines, Delta, +1 more

Aeromexico, American Airlines, +2 more

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