Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Toluca travel guide

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You're Going to Love Toluca

With a population of 505,881, Toluca is a must-see destination in Mexico State, Mexico. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. We recommend you stay at least 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything Toluca has to offer.

Where to Eat in Toluca

If you’re looking for affordable options, Cambalache - Toluca (Av Baja Velocidad Km. 5.2) and La Escondida (Km 38.5, Carr Toluca - México) are great picks.

When to visit Toluca

Toluca in February
Estimated hotel price
$60
1 night at 3-star hotel
Toluca in February
Estimated hotel price
$60
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Toluca in May, when the average temperature is 60.8 °F, and the highest can go up to 75.2 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 33.8 °F, with an average temperature of 50 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in July, when precipitation is around 6.1″. In contrast, December is usually the driest month of the year in Toluca, with an average rainfall of 0.3″.

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How to Get to Toluca

Plane

When flying to Toluca, you’ll arrive at Mexico City Toluca Intl (TLC), which is located 11 km from the city center. The shortest flight to Toluca from the United States departs from San Antonio and takes around 2h 04m.

Car

Another option to get to Toluca is to pick up a car rental from Mexico City, which is about 54 km from Toluca. You’ll find branches of Budget and NU Car, among others, in Mexico City.

Plane

When flying to Toluca, you’ll arrive at Mexico City Toluca Intl (TLC), which is located 11 km from the city center. The shortest flight to Toluca from the United States departs from San Antonio and takes around 2h 04m.

Car

Another option to get to Toluca is to pick up a car rental from Mexico City, which is about 54 km from Toluca. You’ll find branches of Budget and NU Car, among others, in Mexico City.

Airlines serving Toluca

Lufthansa
Good (8,176 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,552 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,136 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,460 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,020 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,497 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,264 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,632 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (950 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,738 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,062 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,640 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,913 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,417 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,425 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,436 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,353 reviews)
Avianca
Good (2,523 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,968 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (1,470 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Toluca

Most booked hotels in Toluca

Crowne Plaza Toluca-Lancaster By IHG
4 stars
Excellent (9.1, 205 reviews)
$112+
Radisson Hotel & Convention Center Toluca
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, 1037 reviews)
$85+
Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Toluca
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, 1399 reviews)
$53+
Holiday Inn Express Toluca By IHG
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, 797 reviews)
$80+
Hotel Opus Grand Toluca Aeropuerto
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, 892 reviews)
$55+
City Express Junior by Marriott Toluca Aeropuerto
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, 725 reviews)
$61+

Renting a car in Toluca

Renting a car in Toluca costs $35 per day, on average, or $106 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 23% more expensive than at Mexico City Benito Juarez.

Expect to pay $6.13 per gallon in Toluca (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $73.59 and $98.12. The most frequently booked car type in Toluca is Compact (Chevrolet Aveo Sedan or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Chevrolet Beat or similar) are, on average, 80% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Toluca costs $35 per day, on average, or $106 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 23% more expensive than at Mexico City Benito Juarez.

Expect to pay $6.13 per gallon in Toluca (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $73.59 and $98.12. The most frequently booked car type in Toluca is Compact (Chevrolet Aveo Sedan or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Chevrolet Beat or similar) are, on average, 80% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.