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Cheapest round-trip
$302
Typical prices: $347-$535
Volaris
Sun 1/28Wed 1/31
LAX - MEX • Non-stop
Cheapest one-way
$138
Typical prices: $153-$308
Volaris
Sun 2/4
LAX - MEX • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with Aeromexico, Volaris and others. Average duration is 3h 45m.
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Most punctual • 95% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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Our data shows that travelers who book at least 14 weeks in advance save around 23% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 15% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg $425 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 7h 24m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Los Angeles to Benito Juarez (LAX-MEX)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Los Angeles to Benito Juarez

Thu, Jan 28 - Sun, Jan 31
Volaris Logo
6:24 pm - 12:05 amLAX  Los Angeles-MEX Mexico City Benito Juarez
3h 41mnonstop
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5:30 am - 7:35 amMEX  Mexico City Benito Juarez-LAX Los Angeles
4h 05mnonstop
$302Volaris
Sun, Dec 6 - Tue, Dec 8
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6:30 am - 10:55 pmLAX  Los Angeles-MEX Mexico City Benito Juarez
14h 25m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
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5:30 am - 7:35 amMEX  Mexico City Benito Juarez-LAX Los Angeles
4h 05mnonstop
$302Multiple Airlines
Thu, Jan 28 - Sun, Jan 31
Volaris Logo
6:24 pm - 12:05 amLAX  Los Angeles-MEX Mexico City Benito Juarez
3h 41mnonstop
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5:30 am - 7:35 amMEX  Mexico City Benito Juarez-LAX Los Angeles
4h 05mnonstop
$303Volaris
Tue, Dec 8 - Fri, Dec 11
Multiple Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 10:45 pmLAX  Los Angeles-MEX Mexico City Benito Juarez
13h 45m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Dallas/Fort Worth
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5:30 am - 7:35 amMEX  Mexico City Benito Juarez-LAX Los Angeles
4h 05mnonstop
$303Multiple Airlines
Wed, Jan 20 - Fri, Apr 2
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1:55 pm - 12:15 amLAX  Los Angeles-MEX Mexico City Benito Juarez
8h 20m1 stop Monterrey Gen Mariano Escobedo
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7:50 pm - 10:55 pmMEX  Mexico City Benito Juarez-LAX Los Angeles
4h 05mnonstop
$312Viva
Wed, Jan 20 - Sat, Apr 3
Viva Logo
1:55 pm - 10:10 pmLAX  Los Angeles-MEX Mexico City Benito Juarez
6h 15m1 stop Monterrey Gen Mariano Escobedo
Viva Logo
7:50 pm - 10:55 pmMEX  Mexico City Benito Juarez-LAX Los Angeles
4h 05mnonstop
$312Viva
Tue, Jan 19 - Wed, Feb 3
Frontier Logo
11:09 am - 9:10 pmLAX  Los Angeles-MEX Mexico City Benito Juarez
8h 01m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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8:00 am - 3:55 pmMEX  Mexico City Benito Juarez-LAX Los Angeles
9h 55m1 stop Denver Intl
$360Frontier
Sat, Jan 23 - Sun, Jan 24
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11:20 am - 9:50 pmLAX  Los Angeles-MEX Mexico City Benito Juarez
8h 30m1 stop San José del Cabo Los Cabos
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7:25 am - 9:45 amMEX  Mexico City Benito Juarez-LAX Los Angeles
4h 20mnonstop
$368Aeromexico
Fri, Jan 22 - Fri, Jan 22
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7:01 am - 12:40 pmLAX  Los Angeles-MEX Mexico City Benito Juarez
3h 39mnonstop
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4:15 pm - 5:50 pmMEX  Mexico City Benito Juarez-LAX Los Angeles
27h 35m1 stop San José del Cabo Los Cabos
$368Aeromexico
Wed, Feb 24 - Sat, Feb 27
Frontier Logo
6:00 am - 4:50 pmLAX  Los Angeles-MEX Mexico City Benito Juarez
8h 50m1 stop Denver Intl
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12:05 pm - 10:18 pmMEX  Mexico City Benito Juarez-LAX Los Angeles
12h 13m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$369Frontier
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Price, demand and travel trends for Los Angeles to Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Los Angeles to Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport?

Round-trip flights from Los Angeles to Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport typically range from $347 to $535. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $302, on Volaris.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Los Angeles to Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Sunday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Los Angeles to Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport. It’s 5% cheaper than the average day, while Saturday is the most expensive, with prices 4% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles to Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport?

•February is the cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles to Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport at $355 round-trip.
•December ($596) and November ($448) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 67% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Los Angeles to Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport the cheapest?

Flights from Los Angeles to Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport are cheapest 14 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 23% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Expert advice for your flight from Los Angeles to Benito Juarez

 
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Yulia Denisyuk

Yulia Denisyuk

Expert on Volaris

Yulia is a freelance journalist who’s dispatched from 90+ countries. Her work focuses on cultures, adventure trips and air travel, appearing in NatGeo, NYT, CNTraveler, and more. For past assignments, she’s stayed with nomads in Mongolia and learned the art of Imigongo in Rwanda. She’s based in Chicago; in winter she often questions that decision.

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John Walton

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Independent aviation journalist John Walton took his first flight at eight weeks old and hasn’t stopped travelling since. A world-renowned expert in airlines and the passenger experience, he writes in depth on aviation, is a resident expert on travel in Japan and France, and offers a uniquely queer perspective on travelling the world.

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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.

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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.

Key details for Los Angeles to Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport flights

Low season

September

Cheapest flight

$138
Beat the crowds with an average 14% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 11% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Los Angeles to Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport

When to book flights from Los Angeles to Benito Juarez

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Los Angeles to Benito Juarez based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Los Angeles to Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Los Angeles to Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Los Angeles to Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport:

    • Earliest: departs at 12:15 am and lands at 4:00 am
    • Latest: departs at 11:15 pm and lands at 3:00 am.

    The flight takes about 3h 45m.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Los Angeles to Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport?

    Four cabin classes are available on flights from Los Angeles to Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport:

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

    Prices vary by airline.

  • How long is a flight from Los Angeles to Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport?

    A nonstop flight from Los Angeles to Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport takes 3h 45m, covering 1,552 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Los Angeles to Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport?

    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.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Los Angeles to Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport flight?

    Round-trip flights from Los Angeles to Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport range from $347 to $535, with an average of $420 over the past 12 months. Anything below $347 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Los Angeles to Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 14% above the $420 route average. Book 14 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Los Angeles to Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport?

    On this route, nonstop and layover fares are close on average, with nonstop at $420 round-trip and layover options via Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) at $425.

  • How does on-time performance compare across airlines flying from Los Angeles to Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport?

    Aeromexico is slightly above the route average for timely arrivals, while American Airlines has a lower on-time arrival rate. On-time arrival rates on Los Angeles to Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport flights are:

    • Aeromexico: 95% on time
    • American Airlines: 91% on time
    • Volaris: 84% on time

    Overall, flights on this route are punctual 88% of the time on average.

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Los Angeles to Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $30–$100 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 Los Angeles to Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport?

    The Airbus A320-100/200 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Viva and Frontier. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 737 MAX 8 variants.

  • How are flight departures from Los Angeles to Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Los Angeles to Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport flights, with 45% of flights leaving in that window. Evening departures account for 22%, night flights for 22%, and afternoon flights for 11%.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi on Los Angeles to Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport flights?

    Four airlines offer in-flight Wi-Fi on Los Angeles to Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport flights:

    • Delta
    • Aeromexico
    • American Airlines
    • JetBlue

    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.

  • How are flight prices from Los Angeles to Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport looking right now?

    One-way fares from Los Angeles to Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $152, which is 28% below the typical average for this route.

  • 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 averaging $26 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Budget
    • Payless
    • MEXRENTACAR
    • Europcar
    • NU Car

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Los Angeles to Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport?

    Flights from Los Angeles to Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport usually depart from Los Angeles (LAX) and arrive at Mexico City Benito Juarez (MEX).

  • What time of day has the fewest delays on flights from Los Angeles to Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport?

    Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route, while night departures tend to have the most.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed from Los Angeles to Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport?

    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 Los Angeles to Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport route, 12% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 2h 29m.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Los Angeles to Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport pass through?

    One-stop flights from Los Angeles to Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport most commonly connect through:

    • Guadalajara Miguel Hidal (GDL) - 48% of one-stop connections
    • Monterrey Gen Mariano Escobedo (MTY) - 15% of one-stop connections
    • Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) - 13% of one-stop connections
    • Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) - 12% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Los Angeles to Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 8% on flights from Los Angeles to Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport. Sunday is the cheapest departure day at $403 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $437, a difference of $34.

    Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • What airlines fly from Los Angeles to Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport?

    5 airlines operate flights between Los Angeles and Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:

    • Aeromexico
    • Volaris
    • American Airlines
    • Viva
    • Delta

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Los Angeles to Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport?

    Flying via Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 7h 22m, compared with 7h 24m via Salt Lake City (SLC) and 7h 39m via San Francisco (SFO).

  • What is the time difference between Los Angeles and Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport?

    Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport is 1 hour ahead of Los Angeles (Central Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport?

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

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Los Angeles to Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport flights?

    Among airlines operating Los Angeles to Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport flights:

    • Viva: offers free seat selection
    • Delta: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
    • Aeromexico: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
    • American Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
    • Frontier: offers free seat selection

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

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Los Angeles to Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport flights?

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

    • Viva: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • Delta: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • Aeromexico: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

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

  • Is there anywhere to eat in Mexico City International Airport?

    Yes. El Fogoncito is in Terminal 2 and Cúcara Mácara is in Terminal 1's Building B on the second level. Both are restaurant bars. Fast food options include Burger King and Subway.

  • What transportation options are available to get to LAX?

    Travelers can get to LAX from Los Angeles by taxi or FlyAway Bus. FlyAway Buses are an affordable option. They run from LA station to the airport every 30 minutes during peak hours and the trip takes about 30 to 60 minutes. These buses offer regularly scheduled round-trips between LAX and LA Union Station.

  • Is it possible to use public transportation to go from Mexico City International Airport to the city center?

    Yes, MEX is connected by a bus service that runs directly between Terminals 1 and 2 and Terminal Aérea is a station on Metro Line 5. To reach the city center, transfer at Pantitlán or Oceanía.

  • What are the accessible services offered at Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport?

    Both terminals at Mexico City International Airport (MEX) have infrastructure to provide free access for passengers with disabilities. Passengers with reduced mobility, including elderly passengers and pregnant women, can also use electric cars to get around the airport.

  • What is there to do while waiting in Los Angeles International Airport?

    LAX has the Theme Building Observation Deck, which is closed due to construction. Be Relax spa is in Terminal 1 and offers pedicures, manicures, massages and facials.

Your guide to booking Los Angeles to Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Sunday departure and avoid flying on Saturday. On this route, Sunday flights average $403, about $34 less than Saturday fares (8% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 14 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 23% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Los Angeles to Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport trip for February. Fares historically average $355 round-trip in that month - typically $241 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).
  • For the best chance of arriving on time, fly with Aeromexico. Over the past three months, 95% of Aeromexico flights from Los Angeles to Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport arrived on time, slightly above the route average of 88%. When flights on this route arrive late, they're delayed by an average of 2h 29m, so choosing an airline with strong on-time performance can make a difference if you're on a tight schedule.
  • 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
    • Hilton Mexico City Airport
  • Getting around LAX's nine terminals is fairly straightforward. Use the walkways and free LAX-it shuttles, which stop at every terminal and go to the LAX-it pickup lot. If you're connecting through the Tom Bradley International Terminal, you can use the secure connection to Terminals 4–8. Between Terminals 1–3, you can walk post-security or take the free airport shuttles if you're ticketed.
  • If you want to freshen up after your flight from Los Angeles to Mexico City, head to the Grand Lounge Elite in Terminal 1 at Mexico City International Airport for a private shower, food, drinks and high-speed Wi-Fi.

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Los Angeles to Mexico City Benito Juarez

Monday

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Tuesday

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Wednesday

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Thursday

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Friday

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Saturday

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Sunday

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Mexico City Benito Juarez to Los Angeles

Monday

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Aeromexico,American Airlines, +3 more

Tuesday

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Aeromexico,American Airlines, +3 more

Wednesday

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Thursday

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Friday

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Aeromexico,American Airlines, +3 more

Saturday

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Sunday

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