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Cheapest round-trip
$336
Typical prices: $622-$928
Multiple Airlines
Mon 9/24Fri 9/28
DTW - MEX • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$723
Typical prices: $761-$1,099
Delta
Fri 1/12Fri 1/19
DTW - MEX • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with Delta. Average duration is 4h 29m
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 19 weeks in advance save around 13% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 7% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg $463 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 7h 12m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Detroit to Mexico City (DTW-MEX)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Detroit to Mexico City

Thu, Sep 24 - Mon, Sep 28
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12:33 pm - 10:15 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-MEX Mexico City Benito Juarez
11h 42m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
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11:05 am - 11:35 amMEX  Mexico City Benito Juarez-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
22h 30m1 stop Orlando
$336Multiple Airlines
Sat, Oct 10 - Sat, Oct 17
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12:51 pm - 10:15 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-MEX Mexico City Benito Juarez
11h 24m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
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7:00 am - 6:41 pmMEX  Mexico City Benito Juarez-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
9h 41m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$358Frontier
Wed, Dec 2 - Wed, Dec 16
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4:30 pm - 10:55 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-MEX Mexico City Benito Juarez
7h 25m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
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7:55 pm - 5:37 pmMEX  Mexico City Benito Juarez-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
20h 42m1 stop Cancun
$359Frontier
Wed, Sep 30 - Mon, Oct 5
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10:37 am - 10:45 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-MEX Mexico City Benito Juarez
14h 08m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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11:05 am - 11:35 amMEX  Mexico City Benito Juarez-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
22h 30m1 stop Orlando
$363Multiple Airlines
Mon, Jan 18 - Wed, Jan 27
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6:20 am - 2:00 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-MEX Mexico City Benito Juarez
8h 40m1 stop Guadalajara Miguel Hidal
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2:40 pm - 4:28 amMEX  Mexico City Benito Juarez-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
12h 48m1 stop Guadalajara Miguel Hidal
$437Volaris
Mon, Jan 18 - Wed, Jan 27
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6:20 am - 2:00 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-MEX Mexico City Benito Juarez
8h 40m1 stop Guadalajara Miguel Hidal
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2:40 pm - 4:28 amMEX  Mexico City Benito Juarez-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
12h 48m1 stop Guadalajara Miguel Hidal
$443Volaris
Wed, Jan 13 - Thu, Jan 14
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10:15 am - 9:45 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-MEX Mexico City Benito Juarez
12h 30m1 stop New York John F Kennedy Intl
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8:00 am - 9:40 pmMEX  Mexico City Benito Juarez-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
12h 40m2 stops Cancun Miami
$585Aeromexico
Thu, Jan 14 - Fri, Jan 15
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12:15 pm - 8:20 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-MEX Mexico City Benito Juarez
9h 05m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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7:05 am - 9:40 pmMEX  Mexico City Benito Juarez-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
13h 35m2 stops Cancun Miami
$657Aeromexico
Tue, Jan 12 - Tue, Jan 19
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8:46 am - 12:45 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-MEX Mexico City Benito Juarez
4h 59mnonstop
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1:55 pm - 7:08 pmMEX  Mexico City Benito Juarez-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
4h 13mnonstop
$723Delta
Sun, Nov 15 - Sun, Nov 22
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8:55 am - 12:45 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-MEX Mexico City Benito Juarez
4h 50mnonstop
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1:55 pm - 7:15 pmMEX  Mexico City Benito Juarez-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
4h 20mnonstop
$723Delta
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Price, demand and travel trends for Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Mexico City flights

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What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Mexico City?

Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Mexico City, it is 7% cheaper than the average day. Monday is the most expensive day with flight prices 11% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Mexico City?

  • June is the cheapest month to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Mexico City at $694 round-trip.
  • December ($852) and August ($822) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 22% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Mexico City the cheapest?

Flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Mexico City are cheapest 19 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 13% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Expert advice

Expert advice for your flight from Detroit to Mexico City

 
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
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Stefanie Waldek

Stefanie Waldek

Expert on Delta

Stefanie Waldek is a freelance space, travel, and design writer based in Saratoga Springs, NY. Her words have appeared in Space.com, Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, Architectural Digest, and House Beautiful, among other publications. An expert in aviation and expedition cruising, Stefanie is frequently up in the air or on the sea, likely en route to Antarctica or the Arctic.

Marisa Garcia

Marisa Garcia

Expert on Aeromexico and MEX

Marisa knows planes inside and out, spending 16 years working on aircraft in hangars at airports around the world. She is an aviation industry expert, specialized in airline interiors and regulations. Ten years ago, she pivoted to journalism. She shares her insights in leading aviation, travel, and business publications and on her site FlightChic.

Ramsey Qubein

Ramsey Qubein

Expert on DTW

An avid traveler and aviation expert who has visited 173 countries, all 50 states and seven continents, Ramsey Qubein flies nearly 400,000 miles a year. As a North Carolina-based freelance journalist for publications including Conde Nast Traveler, Forbes, USA Today and Bloomberg among others, he explores the latest trends in aviation, hospitality, cruises and business.

Key details for Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Mexico City flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$148
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 5% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 5% increase in price.
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Your Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Mexico City flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • What airlines should I consider if I am flying for business from Detroit to Mexico?

    Delta and Aeromexico Airlines are good options for business travelers who wish to work while on board. Delta Air Lines offers lie-flat seats and ample legroom. Aeromexico Airlines has amenity kits that help you feel more comfortable and relaxed. They also provide passengers with noise-canceling headphones to keep them focused while working.

  • What layover stops should I expect on flights from Detroit to Mexico?

    Layover stops on this route are found in cities like Atlanta, Chicago, and Houston. Delta, American, and United Airlines offer layover stops in these cities. These stops allow passengers to minimize the effects of jet lag, explore new towns, and rest before continuing their trip to their destinations. They make long flights more manageable and convenient by breaking them up.

  • What flight alliances are available for Detroit to Mexico flights?

    Sky Team and OneWorld are flight alliances linking Detroit and Mexico. OneWorld member American Airlines offers more destinations to passengers when it expands its route networks. Delta Air Lines, a member of the Sky Team alliance, makes it easier for passengers to travel to more places.

  • Which Detroit to Mexico airlines are environmentally conscious?

    Delta Air Lines has invested in more fuel-efficient aircraft and implemented fuel-saving technologies. This airline also is making an effort to reduce waste and carbon emissions. United Airlines has initiatives like reducing the single use of plastics on board and is committed to lowering its greenhouse gas emissions.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Mexico City flights?

    Among airlines operating Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Mexico City flights:

    • Delta: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
    • Aeromexico: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • What airlines are available from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Mexico City?

    Only Delta operates flights between Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport and Mexico City.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Mexico City?

    Flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Mexico City usually depart from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) and arrive at Mexico City Benito Juarez (MEX).

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Mexico City flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • Aeromexico: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • Delta: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Business Class
    • AeroMexico Connect: a cabin bag in Economy Class class

    Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so travelers should check the fare details before booking.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Mexico City?

    Four cabin classes are available on flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Mexico City:

    • Economy Class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • Business Class
    • First Class

    Prices vary by airline.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Mexico City?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $463 round-trip via Los Angeles (LAX), compared to $871 for nonstop.

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Mexico City?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $30–$60 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Mexico City?

    The Airbus A319 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Delta and Aeromexico. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A321neo variants.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Mexico City pass through?

    One-stop flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Mexico City most commonly connect through:

    • Guadalajara Miguel Hidal (GDL) - 27% of one-stop connections
    • Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) - 27% of one-stop connections
    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 9% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 8% of one-stop connections

    Guadalajara Miguel Hidal (GDL) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Mexico City?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 17% on the Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Mexico City route. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $699 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $833, a difference of $134. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • How are flight departures from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Mexico City spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Mexico City flights, with 100% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 0%, evening flights for 0%, and night flights for 0%.

  • What popular places can I visit in Mexico City?

    Some of the most popular sights in Mexico City are Zona Rosa, Plaza de la Constitucion and El Ángel de la Independencia. These are among the most viewed places in Mexico City on KAYAK.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Mexico City?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Mexico City:

    • Earliest: departs at 8:55 am and lands at 1:24 pm
    • Latest: departs at 9:11 am and lands at 1:40 pm.

    The flight takes about 4h 29m.

  • How expensive are last-minute Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Mexico City flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 4% above the route average of $750. Book 19 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How long is a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Mexico City?

    A nonstop flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Mexico City takes 4h 29m, covering 1,822 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Mexico City?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • Have flight prices from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Mexico City changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $336 to $2,817. That means the highest observed fare was about 8x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Mexico City looking right now?

    One-way fares from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Mexico City are currently in line with typical prices for this route. Average one-way fares are about $280.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Mexico City?

    Flying via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 7h 12m, compared with 7h 27m via Monterrey Gen Mariano Escobedo (MTY) and 7h 39m via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD).

  • What is the time difference between Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport and Mexico City?

    Mexico City is 2 hours behind Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (Central Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What car rental options are available at Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport (MEX)?

    Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport (MEX) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $1 for economy cars. Top options include:
    · Budget
    · Infinity Car Rental
    · Europcar
    · MEXRENTACAR
    · America Car Rental

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Mexico City flight?

    Round-trip flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Mexico City range from $622 to $928, with an average of $750 over the past 12 months. Anything below $622 counts as a good deal.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi on Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Mexico City flights?

    Two airlines offer in-flight Wi-Fi on Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Mexico City flights:

    • • Delta
    • • Aeromexico

    Pricing varies by airline and fare class. Some plans are included with the ticket or loyalty program; others are paid add-ons priced by flight length.

Your guide to booking Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Mexico City flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Tuesday departure instead of Monday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $699 - about $134 less than Monday (16% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 19 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 13% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Mexico City trip for June. Fares historically average $694 round-trip in that month - typically $158 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Los Angeles Airport (LAX) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $463 round-trip on this route - about $408 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport.
    - Camino Real Aeropuerto Mexico
    - NH Collection Mexico City Airport T2
    - Courtyard by Marriott Mexico City Airport
  • A tight-budget passenger should consider choosing Frontier and Volaris Airlines for low-cost flights. Frontier Airlines runs promotions that save passengers money on flights. It has a pricing model, "a la carte", which allows you to only pay for services you need. Volaris Airlines offers low base fares, which can be further reduced by choosing the Volaris Basic bundle, which includes only essentials.
  • Detroit's major airport is Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW). DTW is around 20 miles from downtown Detroit. DTW offers international flights to Amsterdam, Frankfurt, Tokyo, and Paris. American, United, Delta, and Southwest Airlines serve DTW. Taxis and ride-sharing services connected to DTW make it easier for travelers to swiftly reach the airport and downtown.
  • Depending on their status level, American Airlines elite travelers may move to first class using their complimentary upgrades. Non-elite members can upgrade to first class with the airline's AAdvantage miles. Non-elite United Airlines members can participate in the MileagePlus program, while elite members can upgrade by paying cash.
  • Mexico City International Airport (MEX) is the principal airport in Mexico City. MEX is a hub for Volaris and Interjet Airlines. You can board domestic flights from MEX to Cancun, Monterrey, and Guadalajara. Aeromexico, Lufthansa, and United Airlines operate out of the airport. Travelers can easily access the airport due to MEX's accessibility to rental cars, taxis, buses, and a metro line.
  • The Lufthansa lounge at DTW is located in the McNamara Terminal near gate A68. It offers passengers comfy seating, food options, and drinks. First-class and business-class travelers have access to this lounge. To use this lounge, a passenger must be a member of the Lufthansa frequent flyer program with elite status. If you aren't eligible for access based on your ticket class and frequent flyer status, you may purchase a day pass which can give you access to the lounge for a fee.

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Find which airlines fly direct from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Mexico City Benito Juarez

Monday

Delta

Delta

Tuesday

Delta

Delta

Wednesday

Delta

Delta

Thursday

Delta

Delta

Friday

Delta

Delta

Saturday

Delta

Delta

Sunday

Delta

Delta

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Direct returns

Mexico City Benito Juarez to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Monday

Delta

Delta

Tuesday

Delta

Delta

Wednesday

Delta

Delta

Thursday

Delta

Delta

Friday

Delta

Delta

Saturday

Delta

Delta

Sunday

Delta

Delta

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