Which airports can I use when flying from San Francisco to Mexico City?

Flights from San Francisco to Mexico City usually depart from San Francisco (SFO) and arrive at Mexico City Felipe Ángeles Intl (NLU).

What cabin classes can I book on flights from San Francisco to Mexico City?

Only Economy Class is available on flights from San Francisco to Mexico City.

Which airports do connecting flights from San Francisco to Mexico City pass through?

Connecting flights from San Francisco to Mexico City most commonly pass through: • San José del Cabo Los Cabos (SJD) - 67% of one-stop connections • Puerto Vallarta Ordaz (PVR) - 33% of one-stop connections

Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from San Francisco to Mexico City?

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 52% on flights from San Francisco to Mexico City. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $430 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $883, a difference of $453. 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 popular places can I visit in Mexico City?

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.

How long is a flight from San Francisco to Mexico City?

There are currently no nonstop flights available from San Francisco to Mexico City. Flights with 1 layover take between 8h 26m and 12h 05m in total, depending on the connection.

Do I need a passport to fly from San Francisco 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 San Francisco 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 $387 to $2,215. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x higher than the lowest one.

How are flight prices from San Francisco to Mexico City looking right now?

One-way fares from San Francisco to Mexico City are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $229, which is 26% below the typical average for this route.

How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from San Francisco to Mexico City?

Flying via Puerto Vallarta Ordaz (PVR) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 8h 26m, compared with 12h 05m via San José del Cabo Los Cabos (SJD).

What is the time difference between San Francisco and Mexico City?

Mexico City is 1 hour ahead of San Francisco (Central Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

What car rental options are available at Mexico City Felipe Ángeles Intl Airport (NLU)?

Mexico City Felipe Ángeles Intl Airport (NLU) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $4 for economy cars. Top options include: • MEXRENTACAR • Thrifty • Europcar • MAS • Dollar

Which airline is the cheapest to fly from San Francisco to Mexico City?

Aeromexico ($388) offered the cheapest round-trip ticket from San Francisco to Mexico City in the last 5 days.

What’s the most popular layover airport when flying from San Francisco to Mexico City?

San José del Cabo Los Cabos (SJD) is the most popular layover for the San Francisco to Mexico City route. 67% of KAYAK users who booked 1-stop round-trips over the past 3 months connected via SJD.

What is the cheapest layover airport when flying from San Francisco to Mexico City?

Flights via San José del Cabo Los Cabos (SJD) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of $762. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

When flying from San Francisco to Mexico City which airport offers the shortest layover?

Puerto Vallarta Ordaz (PVR) had the shortest average connection time for San Francisco to Mexico City layovers at 5h 44m over the past 3 months.

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Recent round-trip flight deals from San Francisco to Mexico City

Mon, Nov 9 - Wed, Nov 18

6:02 am - 1:28 pmSFO San Francisco-NLU Mexico City Felipe Ángeles Intl

29h 26m3 stops Denver Intl Los Angeles Guadalajara Miguel Hidal

6:33 am - 8:32 pmNLU Mexico City Felipe Ángeles Intl-SFO San Francisco

15h 59m2 stops Guadalajara Miguel Hidal Los Angeles

$387Multiple Airlines

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9:20 pm - 10:15 amNLU Mexico City Felipe Ángeles Intl-SFO San Francisco

13h 55m1 stop Guadalajara Miguel Hidal

$388Aeromexico

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17h 24m2 stops Ontario Guadalajara Miguel Hidal

6:33 am - 8:32 pmNLU Mexico City Felipe Ángeles Intl-SFO San Francisco

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$402Multiple Airlines

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6:04 pm - 1:28 pmSFO San Francisco-NLU Mexico City Felipe Ángeles Intl

17h 24m2 stops Ontario Guadalajara Miguel Hidal

6:33 am - 8:32 pmNLU Mexico City Felipe Ángeles Intl-SFO San Francisco

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$403Multiple Airlines

Wed, Nov 4 - Tue, Nov 10

6:02 am - 8:28 pmSFO San Francisco-NLU Mexico City Felipe Ángeles Intl

12h 26m2 stops Denver Intl Guadalajara Miguel Hidal

6:33 am - 6:19 pmNLU Mexico City Felipe Ángeles Intl-SFO San Francisco

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$403Multiple Airlines

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6:04 pm - 1:28 pmSFO San Francisco-NLU Mexico City Felipe Ángeles Intl

17h 24m2 stops Ontario Guadalajara Miguel Hidal

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$404Multiple Airlines

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5:18 pm - 10:11 amNLU Mexico City Felipe Ángeles Intl-SFO San Francisco

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$416Multiple Airlines

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12h 26m2 stops Denver Intl Guadalajara Miguel Hidal

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10:23 pm - 7:42 amSFO San Francisco-NLU Mexico City Felipe Ángeles Intl

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6:02 am - 7:55 pmSFO San Francisco-NLU Mexico City Felipe Ángeles Intl

35h 53m3 stops Denver Intl Houston George Bush Intcntl Monterrey Gen Mariano Escobedo

$226Multiple Airlines

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2:21 pm - 2:42 pmSFO San Francisco-NLU Mexico City Felipe Ángeles Intl

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Fri, Oct 9 - Wed, Oct 14

10:19 pm - 8:30 pmSFO San Francisco-NLU Mexico City Felipe Ángeles Intl

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6:30 am - 8:38 pmNLU Mexico City Felipe Ángeles Intl-SFO San Francisco

15h 08m2 stops Guadalajara Miguel Hidal Los Angeles

$506Multiple Airlines

Mon, Oct 5 - Tue, Oct 20

4:34 pm - 8:30 pmSFO San Francisco-NLU Mexico City Felipe Ángeles Intl

26h 56m3 stops Denver Intl Los Angeles Guadalajara Miguel Hidal

5:15 pm - 2:25 pmNLU Mexico City Felipe Ángeles Intl-SFO San Francisco

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$539Multiple Airlines

Mon, Oct 5 - Tue, Oct 20

4:34 pm - 8:30 pmSFO San Francisco-NLU Mexico City Felipe Ángeles Intl

26h 56m3 stops Denver Intl Los Angeles Guadalajara Miguel Hidal

6:30 am - 8:38 pmNLU Mexico City Felipe Ángeles Intl-SFO San Francisco

15h 08m2 stops Guadalajara Miguel Hidal Los Angeles

$545Multiple Airlines

Mon, Oct 5 - Wed, Oct 14

4:34 pm - 8:30 pmSFO San Francisco-NLU Mexico City Felipe Ángeles Intl

26h 56m3 stops Denver Intl Los Angeles Guadalajara Miguel Hidal

6:30 am - 8:38 pmNLU Mexico City Felipe Ángeles Intl-SFO San Francisco

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6:30 am - 8:38 pmNLU Mexico City Felipe Ángeles Intl-SFO San Francisco

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Wed, Oct 7 - Wed, Oct 14

11:17 am - 9:45 amSFO San Francisco-NLU Mexico City Felipe Ángeles Intl

21h 28m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Guadalajara Miguel Hidal

6:30 am - 6:25 pmNLU Mexico City Felipe Ángeles Intl-SFO San Francisco

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6:02 pm - 9:45 amSFO San Francisco-NLU Mexico City Felipe Ángeles Intl

14h 43m2 stops Ontario Guadalajara Miguel Hidal

6:30 am - 6:25 pmNLU Mexico City Felipe Ángeles Intl-SFO San Francisco

12h 55m2 stops Guadalajara Miguel Hidal Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

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Fri, Oct 9 - Tue, Oct 13

10:19 pm - 8:30 pmSFO San Francisco-NLU Mexico City Felipe Ángeles Intl

21h 11m3 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Los Angeles Guadalajara Miguel Hidal

6:30 am - 8:38 pmNLU Mexico City Felipe Ángeles Intl-SFO San Francisco

15h 08m2 stops Guadalajara Miguel Hidal Los Angeles

$571Multiple Airlines

Mon, Oct 5 - Wed, Oct 14

12:07 pm - 9:45 amSFO San Francisco-NLU Mexico City Felipe Ángeles Intl

20h 38m2 stops Los Angeles Guadalajara Miguel Hidal

6:30 am - 8:38 pmNLU Mexico City Felipe Ángeles Intl-SFO San Francisco

15h 08m2 stops Guadalajara Miguel Hidal Los Angeles

$572Multiple Airlines

Fri, Oct 9 - Thu, Oct 15

10:19 pm - 8:30 pmSFO San Francisco-NLU Mexico City Felipe Ángeles Intl

21h 11m3 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Los Angeles Guadalajara Miguel Hidal

6:30 am - 8:38 pmNLU Mexico City Felipe Ángeles Intl-SFO San Francisco

15h 08m2 stops Guadalajara Miguel Hidal Los Angeles

$575Multiple Airlines

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Which airline is the cheapest to fly from San Francisco to Mexico City?: Aeromexico ($388) offered the cheapest round-trip ticket from San Francisco to Mexico City in the last 5 days.

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Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from San Francisco to Mexico City based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.

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What cabin classes can I book on flights from San Francisco to Mexico City?
Only Economy Class is available on flights from San Francisco to Mexico City.
How long is a flight from San Francisco to Mexico City?
There are currently no nonstop flights available from San Francisco to Mexico City. Flights with 1 layover take between 8h 26m and 12h 05m in total, depending on the connection.
Do I need a passport to fly from San Francisco 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 San Francisco 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 $387 to $2,215. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x higher than the lowest one.
How are flight prices from San Francisco to Mexico City looking right now?
One-way fares from San Francisco to Mexico City are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $229, which is 26% below the typical average for this route.
What car rental options are available at Mexico City Felipe Ángeles Intl Airport (NLU)?
Mexico City Felipe Ángeles Intl Airport (NLU) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $4 for economy cars. Top options include:

• MEXRENTACAR
• Thrifty
• Europcar
• MAS
• Dollar
Which airports can I use when flying from San Francisco to Mexico City?
Flights from San Francisco to Mexico City usually depart from San Francisco (SFO) and arrive at Mexico City Felipe Ángeles Intl (NLU).
Which airports do connecting flights from San Francisco to Mexico City pass through?
Connecting flights from San Francisco to Mexico City most commonly pass through:

• San José del Cabo Los Cabos (SJD) - 67% of one-stop connections
• Puerto Vallarta Ordaz (PVR) - 33% of one-stop connections
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from San Francisco to Mexico City?
Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 52% on flights from San Francisco to Mexico City. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $430 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $883, a difference of $453.

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 much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from San Francisco to Mexico City?
Flying via Puerto Vallarta Ordaz (PVR) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 8h 26m, compared with 12h 05m via San José del Cabo Los Cabos (SJD).
What is the time difference between San Francisco and Mexico City?
Mexico City is 1 hour ahead of San Francisco (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?
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.

If your dates are flexible, aim for a Thursday departure and avoid flying on Friday. On this route, Thursday flights average $430, about $453 less than Friday fares (51% savings) based on the last 12 months.

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