International route
Cheap flights from New York to Mexico City
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Mexico City International Airport (MEX). 2,091 miles, 4h 55m nonstop.
JFK to MEX 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 55mnonstop, gate to gate
- Nonstop airlines
- AADLWNB68 airlinesAmerican, Delta, Southwest
- Nonstop flights per day
- 19all airlines combined
- Cheapest month
- December 2026over the next six months
- Best day to fly
- Tuesday17% less than Sunday
- Time difference
- 2h behindMexico City vs New York
New York to Mexico City
Round trips from $164
Per traveler, taxes and fees included. Lowest fare we found departs Wed, Dec 9.
Cheapest month: December 2026
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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.
Airlines flying New York to Mexico City
8 airlines fly nonstop with 19 departures a day combined, plus 7 more with one stop.
- AMAeroméxicoSkyTeamNonstop · 3 flights a day · first checked bag from $40
- AAAmerican AirlinesoneworldNonstop · 3 flights a day · first checked bag from $40
- DLDelta Air LinesSkyTeamNonstop · 3 flights a day · first checked bag from $35
- B6JetBlueNonstop · 3 flights a day · first checked bag from $40
- Y4VolarisLow-costNonstop · 3 flights a day · first checked bag from $45
- VBVivaLow-costNonstop · 2 flights a day · first checked bag from $45
- F9Frontier AirlinesLow-costNonstop · 1 flight a day · first checked bag from $55
- WNSouthwest AirlinesLow-costNonstop · 1 flight a day · first checked bag from $35
- ACAir CanadaStar AllianceConnecting via YYZ, YUL · first checked bag from $35
- AVAviancaStar AllianceConnecting via SAL · first checked bag from $45
- MXBreeze AirwaysLow-costConnecting via PVD, CHS, TPA, RDU, BDL, ORF · first checked bag from $45
- NKSpirit AirlinesLow-costConnecting via FLL, DTW, MCO, DFW, ATL, IAH · first checked bag from $55
- SYSun Country AirlinesLow-costConnecting via MSP · first checked bag from $45
- UAUnited AirlinesStar AllianceConnecting via ORD, DEN, IAH, IAD · first checked bag from $40
- WSWestJetConnecting via YYZ · first checked bag from $35
Connecting options
Hubs where one airline can carry you on both legs, most choices first.
- Houston (IAH)UANK2 airlines
- Toronto (YYZ)ACWS2 airlines
- Chicago (ORD)UA1 airline
- Denver (DEN)UA1 airline
- Washington (IAD)UA1 airline
Which airport should I use?
New York has 3 airports. Fares can differ by $50 to $150 round trip between them, so check the alternatives before you book.
Tips for this route
- American, Delta, Southwest and JetBlue all fly JFK to MEX 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.
- December 2026 is the cheapest month to fly over the next six months, with round trips from $164; September 2026 is the most expensive at $188 and up, a difference of $24 per traveler.
- Departing on a Tuesday averages 17% 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.
- Mexico City is 2 hours behind New York. A morning departure lands in Mexico City with most of the day left; an evening flight arrives close to local dinner time.
Destination guide
Mexico City: One of the world's great food and museum cities
Mexico City is a short, inexpensive flight from most of the US and delivers big-city culture at a fraction of European prices: Frida Kahlo's house, the Anthropology Museum, Teotihuacán's pyramids and a food scene from street tacos to world-ranked restaurants.
Best time to visit: October–April is dry with warm days and cool nights; November's Day of the Dead and March's jacaranda bloom are highlights. May is hot; June–September brings afternoon rains but lush parks and lower prices.
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Search New York to Mexico CityNew York to Mexico City: common questions
How long is the flight from New York to Mexico City?
A nonstop flight from New York (JFK) to Mexico City (MEX) takes about 4h 55m 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 JFK to MEX?
American Airlines, Delta Air Lines, Southwest Airlines, JetBlue, Frontier Airlines, Aeroméxico, Viva and Volaris operate nonstop flights from New York (JFK) to Mexico City (MEX), 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 New York to Mexico City?
Over the next six months, December 2026 has the lowest round-trip fares from New York (JFK) to Mexico City (MEX), starting at $164 per traveler including taxes and fees. Within any month, Tuesday departures average the lowest prices.
How far in advance should I book New York to Mexico City 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 New York and Mexico City?
Mexico City is 2 hours behind New York. JFK is on America/New York time and MEX on America/Mexico City time. Departure and arrival times in search results are always shown in local time at each airport.
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