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Cheapest round-trip
$415
Typical prices: $507-$725
Multiple Airlines
Tue 11/20Thu 12/6
MEX - IAD • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$490
Typical prices: $523-$737
United Airlines
Mon 12/3Fri 12/7
MEX - IAD • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with United Airlines and Aeromexico. Average duration is 4h 20m
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Cheapest • 10% average savings
Most popular
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Most punctual • 94% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 12 weeks in advance save around 40% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 24% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg $361 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 7h 09m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Mexico City to Washington, D.C. (MEX-WAS)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Mexico City to Washington, D.C.

Fri, Nov 20 - Sun, Dec 6
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10:35 pm - 5:00 amMEX  Mexico City Benito Juarez-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
29h 25m1 stop Guadalajara Miguel Hidal
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11:02 am - 10:55 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-MEX Mexico City Benito Juarez
36h 53m2 stops Miami Houston George Bush Intcntl
$415Multiple Airlines
Mon, Jan 18 - Sat, Jan 23
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7:00 am - 7:33 pmMEX  Mexico City Benito Juarez-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
11h 33m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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6:37 am - 10:55 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-MEX Mexico City Benito Juarez
17h 18m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Houston George Bush Intcntl
$417Multiple Airlines
Mon, Jan 18 - Wed, Jan 20
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7:00 am - 7:33 pmMEX  Mexico City Benito Juarez-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
11h 33m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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6:37 am - 10:55 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-MEX Mexico City Benito Juarez
17h 18m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Houston George Bush Intcntl
$417Multiple Airlines
Fri, Dec 4 - Tue, Dec 8
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9:40 am - 2:55 pmMEX  Mexico City Benito Juarez-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
4h 15mnonstop
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5:52 pm - 10:05 amIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-MEX Mexico City Benito Juarez
17h 13m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
$438United Airlines
Thu, Dec 3 - Tue, Dec 8
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9:40 am - 2:55 pmMEX  Mexico City Benito Juarez-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
4h 15mnonstop
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5:52 pm - 10:05 amIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-MEX Mexico City Benito Juarez
17h 13m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
$438United Airlines
Tue, Dec 1 - Sun, Dec 6
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3:20 pm - 12:24 amMEX  Mexico City Benito Juarez-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
8h 04m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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5:41 pm - 9:50 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-MEX Mexico City Benito Juarez
5h 09mnonstop
$438United Airlines
Tue, Dec 1 - Tue, Dec 8
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6:10 pm - 2:01 pmMEX  Mexico City Benito Juarez-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
18h 51m2 stops Monterrey Gen Mariano Escobedo Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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6:00 am - 6:05 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-MEX Mexico City Benito Juarez
13h 05m2 stops Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Monterrey Gen Mariano Escobedo
$446Aeromexico
Thu, Dec 10 - Tue, Jan 12
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8:45 am - 2:11 pmMEX  Mexico City Benito Juarez-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
4h 26mnonstop
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3:36 pm - 8:00 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-MEX Mexico City Benito Juarez
5h 24mnonstop
$524Delta
Thu, Dec 10 - Tue, Jan 12
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8:45 am - 2:11 pmMEX  Mexico City Benito Juarez-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
4h 26mnonstop
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9:00 am - 8:50 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-MEX Mexico City Benito Juarez
12h 50m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$524Delta
Sun, Dec 13 - Fri, Jan 15
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7:10 am - 6:41 pmMEX  Mexico City Benito Juarez-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
10h 31m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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6:01 am - 9:45 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-MEX Mexico City Benito Juarez
16h 44m2 stops Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Monterrey Gen Mariano Escobedo
$538Aeromexico
Booking Insights

Price, demand and travel trends for Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport to Washington, D.C. flights

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What is the cheapest Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport to Washington, D.C. flight route?

Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport (MEX) to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport (DCA) is the cheapest Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport to Washington, D.C. route, averaging $495 round-trip. Other Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport to Washington, D.C. routes average $602, based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport to Washington, D.C.?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport to Washington, D.C.. It’s 5% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 23% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport to Washington, D.C.?

•February is the cheapest month to fly from Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport to Washington, D.C. at $455 round-trip.
•November ($668) and July ($662) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 46% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport to Washington, D.C. the cheapest?

Flights from Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport to Washington, D.C. are cheapest 12 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 40% 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 Mexico City to Washington, D.C.

 
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Stefanie Waldek

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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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Expert on Aeromexico and MEX

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Key details for Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport to Washington, D.C. flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$236
Beat the crowds with an average 33% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 44% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport

When to book flights from Mexico City to Washington, D.C.

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

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport to Washington, D.C.:

    • Earliest: departs at 8:40 am and lands at 1:00 pm
    • Latest: departs at 9:40 am and lands at 2:00 pm.

    The flight takes about 4h 20m.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport to Washington, D.C.?

    Four cabin classes are available on flights from Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport to Washington, D.C.:

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

    Prices vary by airline.

  • How long is a flight from Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport to Washington, D.C.?

    A nonstop flight from Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport to Washington, D.C. takes 4h 20m, covering 1,880 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport to Washington, D.C.?

    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 Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport to Washington, D.C. flight?

    Round-trip flights from Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport to Washington, D.C. range from $507 to $725, with an average of $598 over the past 12 months. Anything below $507 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport to Washington, D.C. flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 45% above the $598 route average. Book 12 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport to Washington, D.C.?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $361 round-trip via Denver Intl (DEN), compared to $605 for nonstop.

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport to Washington, D.C.?

    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.

  • How are flight departures from Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport to Washington, D.C. spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport to Washington, D.C. flights, with 100% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 0%, evening flights for 0%, and night flights for 0%.

  • Have flight prices from Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport to Washington, D.C. 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 $415 to $2,630. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport to Washington, D.C. looking right now?

    One-way fares from Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport to Washington, D.C. are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $252, which is 43% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available in Washington, D.C.?

    Since Washington, D.C. is served by multiple airports, car rental options and rates can vary depending on which one you fly into.
    Near Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport (DCA) — daily rates averaging $71:

    • Sixt
    • Dollar
    • Thrifty
    • Hertz
    • Alamo

    Near Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport (IAD) — daily rates averaging $70:

    • Dollar
    • Hertz
    • Budget
    • Sixt
    • Thrifty

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport to Washington, D.C.?

    Flights from Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport to Washington, D.C. usually depart from Mexico City Benito Juarez (MEX) and may arrive at several airports in Washington, D.C. area, including Washington, D.C. Reagan-National (DCA) and Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD).

  • What time of day has the fewest delays on flights from Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport to Washington, D.C.?

    Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed from Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport to Washington, D.C.?

    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 Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport to Washington, D.C. route, 8% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 2h 04m.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport to Washington, D.C. pass through?

    One-stop flights from Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport to Washington, D.C. most commonly connect through:

    • Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) - 29% of one-stop connections
    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 28% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 16% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 7% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport to Washington, D.C.?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 23% on flights from Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport to Washington, D.C.. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $569 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $737, a difference of $168.

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

  • What airlines fly from Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport to Washington, D.C.?

    2 airlines operate flights between Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport and Washington, D.C.. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:

    • United Airlines
    • Aeromexico

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport to Washington, D.C.?

    Flying via Charlotte Douglas (CLT) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 7h 09m, compared with 8h 07m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) and 8h 27m via Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH).

  • What is the time difference between Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport and Washington, D.C.?

    Washington, D.C. is 1 hour ahead of Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport (Eastern Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Washington, D.C.?

    Some of the most popular sights in Washington, D.C. are Walter E. Washington Convention Center, National Mall and Capital One Arena. These are among the most viewed places in Washington, D.C. on KAYAK.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport to Washington, D.C. flights?

    Among airlines operating Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport to Washington, D.C. flights:

    • Delta: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
    • United Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
    • Aeromexico: 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 Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport to Washington, D.C. flights?

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

    • United Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • Delta: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Business Class
    • Aeromexico: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Business Class

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

Your guide to booking Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport to Washington, D.C. 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 Wednesday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $569, about $168 less than Sunday fares (23% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 12 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 40% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport to Washington, D.C. trip for February. Fares historically average $455 round-trip in that month - typically $213 less than the most expensive month, which is November (based on the last 12 months).
  • For the best chance of arriving on time, fly with Aeromexico. Over the past three months, 94% of Aeromexico flights from Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport to Washington, D.C. arrived on time, slightly above the route average of 92%. When flights on this route arrive late, they're delayed by an average of 2h 04m, so choosing an airline with strong on-time performance can make a difference if you're on a tight schedule.
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Denver Intl Airport (DEN) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $361 round-trip on this route - about $244 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 Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport.

    • Hyatt House Washington DC The Wharf
    • Intercontinental Hotels Washington D.C. - The Wharf By IHG
    • Cambria Hotel Washington D.C. Navy Yard Riverfront

Prefer to fly direct from Mexico City to Washington, D.C.?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport to Washington, D.C., which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Mexico City Benito Juarez to Washington, D.C.

Monday

Aeromexico,United Airlines

Aeromexico,United Airlines

Tuesday

Aeromexico,United Airlines

Aeromexico,United Airlines

Wednesday

Aeromexico,United Airlines

Aeromexico,United Airlines

Thursday

Aeromexico,United Airlines

Aeromexico,United Airlines

Friday

Aeromexico,United Airlines

Aeromexico,United Airlines

Saturday

Aeromexico,United Airlines

Aeromexico,United Airlines

Sunday

Aeromexico,United Airlines

Aeromexico,United Airlines

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Direct returns

Washington, D.C. to Mexico City Benito Juarez

Monday

Aeromexico,United Airlines

Aeromexico,United Airlines

Tuesday

Aeromexico,United Airlines

Aeromexico,United Airlines

Wednesday

Aeromexico,United Airlines

Aeromexico,United Airlines

Thursday

Aeromexico,United Airlines

Aeromexico,United Airlines

Friday

Aeromexico,United Airlines

Aeromexico,United Airlines

Saturday

Aeromexico,United Airlines

Aeromexico,United Airlines

Sunday

Aeromexico,United Airlines

Aeromexico,United Airlines

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