International route
Cheap flights from San Francisco to Mexico City
San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Mexico City International Airport (MEX). 1,882 miles, 4h 5m nonstop.
SFO to MEX at a glance
Computed from airline schedules and the fares we track for this route. Refreshed several times a day.
- Distance
- 1,882 milesgreat-circle
- Typical flight time
- 4h 5mnonstop, gate to gate
- Nonstop airlines
- AADLUAWN11 airlinesAmerican, Delta, United
- Nonstop flights per day
- 20all airlines combined
- Cheapest month
- October 2026over the next six months
- Best day to fly
- Tuesday20% less than Sunday
- Time difference
- 1h aheadMexico City vs San Francisco
San Francisco to Mexico City
Round trips from $161
Per traveler, taxes and fees included. Lowest fare we found departs Tue, Oct 13.
Cheapest month: October 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 San Francisco to Mexico City
11 airlines fly nonstop with 20 departures a day combined, plus 1 more with one stop.
- AMAeroméxicoSkyTeamNonstop · 3 flights a day · first checked bag from $40
- ASAlaska AirlinesoneworldNonstop · 3 flights a day · first checked bag from $35
- UAUnited AirlinesStar AllianceNonstop · 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
- G4Allegiant AirLow-costNonstop · 1 flight a day · first checked bag from $50
- AAAmerican AirlinesoneworldNonstop · 1 flight a day · first checked bag from $40
- DLDelta Air LinesSkyTeamNonstop · 1 flight a day · first checked bag from $35
- F9Frontier AirlinesLow-costNonstop · 1 flight a day · first checked bag from $55
- WNSouthwest AirlinesLow-costNonstop · 1 flight a day · first checked bag from $35
- NKSpirit AirlinesLow-costNonstop · 1 flight a day · first checked bag from $55
- B6JetBlueConnecting via LAX · first checked bag from $40
Connecting options
Hubs where one airline can carry you on both legs, most choices first.
- Los Angeles (LAX)B61 airline
Which airport should I use?
San Francisco 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, United and Southwest all fly SFO 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.
- October 2026 is the cheapest month to fly over the next six months, with round trips from $161; September 2026 is the most expensive at $192 and up, a difference of $31 per traveler.
- Departing on a Tuesday averages 20% 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.
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 San Francisco to Mexico CitySan Francisco to Mexico City: common questions
How long is the flight from San Francisco to Mexico City?
A nonstop flight from San Francisco (SFO) to Mexico City (MEX) takes about 4h 5m gate to gate, covering 1,882 miles. Connecting itineraries add the layover, typically 2 to 5 hours more in total.
Which airlines fly nonstop from SFO to MEX?
American Airlines, Delta Air Lines, United Airlines, Southwest Airlines, Alaska Airlines, Spirit Airlines, Frontier Airlines, Allegiant Air, Aeroméxico, Viva and Volaris operate nonstop flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Mexico City (MEX), with 20 nonstop departures a day between them. One-stop options connect through LAX.
What is the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco to Mexico City?
Over the next six months, October 2026 has the lowest round-trip fares from San Francisco (SFO) to Mexico City (MEX), starting at $161 per traveler including taxes and fees. Within any month, Tuesday departures average the lowest prices.
How far in advance should I book San Francisco 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 San Francisco and Mexico City?
Mexico City is 1 hour ahead of San Francisco. SFO is on America/Los Angeles 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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