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These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Lima to Mexico City:

• Earliest: departs at 6:04 am and lands at 12:11 pm
• Latest: departs at 11:00 pm and lands at 5:07 am.

The flight takes about 6h 07m.

Three cabin classes are available on flights from Lima to Mexico City:

• Economy Class
• Premium Economy Class
• Business Class

A nonstop flight from Lima to Mexico City takes 6h 07m, covering 2,636 miles.

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.

Round-trip flights from Lima to Mexico City range from $348 to $517, with an average of $420 over the past 12 months. Anything below $348 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 19% above the $420 route average. Book 7 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

On this route, nonstop flights are cheaper than layover options on average. Nonstop fares average $413 round-trip, compared to $453 via a layover through San Salvador El Salvador Intl (SAL).

Aeromexico is slightly above the route average for timely arrivals, while LATAM Airlines has a lower on-time arrival rate. On-time arrival rates on Lima to Mexico City flights are:

• Aeromexico: 99% on time
• LATAM Airlines: 97% on time
• Volaris: 90% on time

Overall, flights on this route are punctual 95% of the time on average.

There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $60–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

The Airbus A320neo family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Volaris and Sky Airlines Peru. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A320-100/200 variants.

Morning is the busiest departure period on Lima to Mexico City flights, with 67% of flights leaving in that window. Night departures account for 33%, afternoon flights for 0%, and evening flights for 0%.

One-way fares from Lima to Mexico City are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $275, which is 20% above the typical average for this route.

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

Flights from Lima to Mexico City usually depart from Lima J Chavez Intl (LIM) and arrive at Mexico City Benito Juarez (MEX).

Night flights have the fewest delays on this route, while morning departures tend to have the most.

A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Lima to Mexico City route, 5% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 2h 12m.

One-stop flights from Lima to Mexico City most commonly connect through:

• Panama City Tocumen Intl (PTY) - 50% of one-stop connections
• San Salvador El Salvador Intl (SAL) - 25% of one-stop connections
• Bogotá El Dorado (BOG) - 24% of one-stop connections
• Cancun (CUN) - 1% of one-stop connections

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 9% on flights from Lima to Mexico City. Friday is the cheapest departure day at $409 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $448, a difference of $39.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

3 airlines operate flights between Lima and Mexico City. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:

• Volaris
• Aeromexico
• LATAM Airlines

Flying via Panama City Tocumen Intl (PTY) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 9h 19m, compared with 9h 39m via San Salvador El Salvador Intl (SAL) and 10h 35m via Bogotá El Dorado (BOG).

Mexico City is 1 hour behind Lima (Central Time vs Peru Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

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

Among airlines operating Lima to Mexico City flights:

• Aeromexico: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
• LATAM Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection

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

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
• LATAM Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
• Volaris: a checked bag in Economy Class class

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

In terms of layover airports, El Dorado International Airport (BOG) and Panama Tocumen International Airport (PTY) are two of the most frequently used between Lima and Mexico City. If you fly Avianca, your layover airport will be BOG. However, PTY serves as the stopover airport for flights operated by Copa Airlines.

One airline with greater kid-friendly amenities that flies from Lima to Mexico City is United Airlines. All of the planes operated by the airline have roomy seats with extra legroom, making it easier for you and your children to travel comfortably. Priority boarding is offered to parents traveling with their children on British Airways and Vueling flights.

The cheapest mode of transportation is the bus, and the quickest way to get from Mexico City Benito Juárez International Airport (MEX) to the city center is via cab. Depending on your budget or how quickly you want to reach to your desired destination in Mexico City, you can select one of these options.

United Airlines stands out as one of the greenest airlines operating flights between Lima and Mexico City. This airline has a sophisticated program with a primary objective of reducing carbon emissions through the installation of fuel-efficient engines on all of its aircraft. Consequently, using United Airlines as your airline helps you reduce your carbon impact.