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Cheap flights from Mexico City to New York

Mexico City International Airport (MEX) to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK). 2,091 miles, 4h 30m nonstop.

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MEX to JFK at a glance

Computed from airline schedules and the fares we track for this route. Refreshed several times a day.

Distance
2,091 milesgreat-circle
Typical flight time
4h 30mnonstop, gate to gate
Nonstop airlines
AADLWNB68 airlinesAmerican, Delta, Southwest
Nonstop flights per day
19all airlines combined
Cheapest month
February 2027over the next six months
Best day to fly
Wednesday19% less than Sunday
Time difference
2h aheadNew York vs Mexico City

Mexico City to New York

Round trips from $149

Per traveler, taxes and fees included. Lowest fare we found departs Wed, Feb 10.

Cheapest month: February 2027

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Mexico City to New York fares by month

Lowest round-trip economy fare per traveler in each of the next six months, taxes and fees included. Select a month to search that date.

  1. September 2026from Wed, Sep 30$196
  2. October 2026from Tue, Oct 13$164
  3. November 2026from Wed, Nov 4$169
  4. December 2026from Wed, Dec 2$168
  5. January 2027from Sat, Jan 30$154
  6. February 2027from Wed, Feb 10$149

Airlines flying Mexico City to New York

8 airlines fly nonstop with 19 departures a day combined, plus 7 more with one stop.

Connecting options

Hubs where one airline can carry you on both legs, most choices first.

Which airport should I use?

Mexico CityNew York has 3 airports. Fares can differ by $50 to $150 round trip between them, so check the alternatives before you book.

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Tips for this route

  • American, Delta, Southwest and JetBlue all fly MEX to JFK nonstop, so compare the total with bags before picking the lowest base fare: the difference between a basic and a standard economy ticket is often less than one checked bag each way.
  • February 2027 is the cheapest month to fly over the next six months, with round trips from $149; September 2026 is the most expensive at $196 and up, a difference of $47 per traveler.
  • Departing on a Wednesday averages 19% less than a Sunday on this route. If your dates are flexible, shift the outbound by a day or two and check the calendar view before you book.
  • Book 6 to 12 weeks ahead; fares climb in the last three weeks and around holidays.
  • New York is 2 hours ahead of Mexico City. Expect to lose 2 hours on the clock heading east, so an overnight or late-afternoon departure tends to arrive at a more usable hour.

Destination guide

New York: Three airports, five boroughs, endless reasons to go

New York is the most-flown destination in the US, served by JFK, LaGuardia and Newark. Fares are competitive year-round thanks to nonstop service from nearly every major airport, and the subway makes a car unnecessary.

Best time to visit: April–June and September–early November bring mild weather and manageable crowds. December is magical but expensive; January and February have the lowest fares and hotel rates.

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Mexico City to New York: common questions

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

A nonstop flight from Mexico City (MEX) to New York (JFK) takes about 4h 30m gate to gate, covering 2,091 miles. Connecting itineraries add the layover, typically 2 to 5 hours more in total.

Which airlines fly nonstop from MEX to JFK?

American Airlines, Delta Air Lines, Southwest Airlines, JetBlue, Frontier Airlines, Aeroméxico, Viva and Volaris operate nonstop flights from Mexico City (MEX) to New York (JFK), with 19 nonstop departures a day between them. One-stop options connect through IAH, YYZ and ORD.

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

Over the next six months, February 2027 has the lowest round-trip fares from Mexico City (MEX) to New York (JFK), starting at $149 per traveler including taxes and fees. Within any month, Wednesday departures average the lowest prices.

How far in advance should I book Mexico City to New York flights?

Book 6 to 12 weeks ahead; fares climb in the last three weeks and around holidays. Air1 Tickets includes free cancellation within 24 hours of booking on every fare, so you can lock in a good price and keep looking.

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

New York is 2 hours ahead of Mexico City. MEX is on America/Mexico City time and JFK on America/New York time. Departure and arrival times in search results are always shown in local time at each airport.

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