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Cheapest round-trip
$384
Typical prices: $510-$830
Frontier
Sun 9/30Wed 10/3
SEA - MEX • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$587
Typical prices: $743-$1,014
AeroMexico Connect
Fri 9/28Fri 10/5
SEA - MEX • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with Aeromexico. Average duration is 5h 30m
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Avoid delays
Most punctual • 95% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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When to book
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Our data shows that travelers who book at least 11 weeks in advance save around 8% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
Cheapest • 16% price drop
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Cheapest • Avg $453 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 8h 24m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Seattle to Mexico City (SEA-MEX)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Seattle to Mexico City

Wed, Sep 30 - Sat, Oct 3
Frontier Logo
9:45 pm - 9:45 pmSEA  Seattle/Tacoma Intl-MEX Mexico City Benito Juarez
23h 00m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
Frontier Logo
11:55 am - 9:42 amMEX  Mexico City Benito Juarez-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl
22h 47m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$384Frontier
Tue, Oct 13 - Tue, Oct 27
Frontier Logo
8:00 pm - 11:59 pmSEA  Seattle/Tacoma Intl-MEX Mexico City Benito Juarez
26h 59m1 stop Los Angeles
Frontier Logo
12:05 pm - 10:59 amMEX  Mexico City Benito Juarez-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl
23h 54m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$384Frontier
Tue, Sep 29 - Thu, Oct 1
Aeromexico Logo
9:35 pm - 7:55 amSEA  Seattle/Tacoma Intl-MEX Mexico City Benito Juarez
33h 20m2 stops Los Angeles Puerto Vallarta Ordaz
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3:00 pm - 7:55 pmMEX  Mexico City Benito Juarez-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl
5h 55mnonstop
$451Aeromexico
Mon, Sep 28 - Tue, Sep 29
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7:15 am - 8:15 amSEA  Seattle/Tacoma Intl-MEX Mexico City Benito Juarez
24h 00m2 stops Los Angeles Puerto Vallarta Ordaz
Aeromexico Logo
3:05 pm - 7:55 pmMEX  Mexico City Benito Juarez-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl
5h 50mnonstop
$451Aeromexico
Sat, Oct 10 - Fri, Oct 16
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11:00 pm - 1:25 pmSEA  Seattle/Tacoma Intl-MEX Mexico City Benito Juarez
13h 25m1 stop Guadalajara Miguel Hidal
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10:00 am - 7:59 pmMEX  Mexico City Benito Juarez-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl
10h 59m1 stop Guadalajara Miguel Hidal
$462Volaris
Tue, Oct 13 - Tue, Oct 20
Volaris Logo
11:00 pm - 1:25 pmSEA  Seattle/Tacoma Intl-MEX Mexico City Benito Juarez
13h 25m1 stop Guadalajara Miguel Hidal
Volaris Logo
10:00 am - 7:59 pmMEX  Mexico City Benito Juarez-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl
10h 59m1 stop Guadalajara Miguel Hidal
$463Volaris
Tue, Nov 10 - Fri, Nov 20
American Airlines Logo
6:20 am - 3:55 pmSEA  Seattle/Tacoma Intl-MEX Mexico City Benito Juarez
7h 35m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
American Airlines Logo
6:56 am - 10:23 pmMEX  Mexico City Benito Juarez-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl
17h 27m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$549American Airlines
Wed, Dec 30 - Wed, Feb 3
American Airlines Logo
5:55 pm - 11:30 amSEA  Seattle/Tacoma Intl-MEX Mexico City Benito Juarez
15h 35m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
10:49 am - 8:07 pmMEX  Mexico City Benito Juarez-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl
11h 18m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$549American Airlines
Mon, Sep 28 - Mon, Oct 5
Delta Logo
9:30 am - 4:00 pmSEA  Seattle/Tacoma Intl-MEX Mexico City Benito Juarez
5h 30mnonstop
Delta Logo
3:00 pm - 7:55 pmMEX  Mexico City Benito Juarez-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl
5h 55mnonstop
$607Delta
Wed, Sep 16 - Wed, Sep 23
Delta Logo
5:50 pm - 5:15 amSEA  Seattle/Tacoma Intl-MEX Mexico City Benito Juarez
10h 25m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
Delta Logo
3:05 pm - 7:55 pmMEX  Mexico City Benito Juarez-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl
5h 50mnonstop
$607Delta
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Price, demand and travel trends for Seattle to Mexico City flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Seattle to Mexico City with more confidence.

How much is a round-trip flight from Seattle to Mexico City?

Round-trip flights from Seattle to Mexico City start at $384. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $510 to $830. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $384 on Frontier.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Seattle to Mexico City?

Monday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Seattle to Mexico City, it is 3% cheaper than the average day. Friday is the most expensive day with flight prices 4% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Seattle to Mexico City?

  • June is the cheapest month to fly from Seattle to Mexico City at $533 round-trip.
  • December ($861) and October ($711) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 61% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Seattle to Mexico City the cheapest?

Flights from Seattle to Mexico City are cheapest 11 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 8% 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 Seattle to Mexico City

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

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.

Harriet Baskas

Harriet Baskas

Expert on SEA

Harriet is an award-winning journalist who is happiest in an airport or an unusual museum. Her stories about airports, air travel, and the business of travel have appeared on NBC News, CNBC, USA TODAY, The Points Guy and other outlets. She is the creator of the StuckatTheAirport.com blog and the author of nine books. When not out on the road or exploring the latest airport amenities, she’s home in Seattle getting ready for the next adventure.

Key details for Seattle to Mexico City flights

Low season

September

Cheapest flight

$162
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 11% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 7% lower on average.
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When to book flights from Seattle to Mexico City

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Your Seattle to Mexico City flight questions, answered

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

  • Does SEA have a USO lounge?

    There is a USO lounge in SEA, which is free for active members of the military and their families. The lounge has comfy couches, a nice TV, clean washrooms, and a snack bar. It is located at the main terminal, landside, mezzanine level, 2nd floor.

  • How can you get information about SEA airport?

    There are information desks around the airport. Also, airport volunteers are easy to spot in their blue jackets. Customer reps in red vests written “Pathfinder” will have answers to the questions you may have. They carry iPads to help travelers with directions and other inquiries.

  • Are there hotels nearby at MEX?

    There are hotels both inside and outside the airport. The Hotel NH Collection Mexico City Airport is located on the sixth floor of terminal 2, and the Hilton Mexico City Airport is located in terminal 1, 3rd floor, gate 1, door 8.

  • Does MEX have car rental services?

    If you are looking to rent a car on alighting at MEX, you would be delighted to learn that there are car rental agency desks in both terminal 1 and terminal 2. The car agencies include Hertz, SIXT, Gold car, Budget, Europcar, Green Motion, and Thrifty. Most operate between 7 am and 11 am, but there are those that operate for 24h.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Seattle to Mexico City flights?

    Among airlines operating Seattle to Mexico City flights:

    • Aeromexico: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
    • Delta: 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 Seattle to Mexico City?

    Only Aeromexico operates flights between Seattle and Mexico City.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Seattle to Mexico City?

    Flights from Seattle to Mexico City usually depart from Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA) and arrive at Mexico City Benito Juarez (MEX).

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Seattle 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 Economy 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 Seattle to Mexico City?

    Four cabin classes are available on flights from Seattle 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 Seattle to Mexico City?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $453 round-trip via Denver Intl (DEN), compared to $876 for nonstop.

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Seattle 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 Seattle to Mexico City?

    The Boeing 737 MAX 8 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Aeromexico and Delta. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 737-800 (Scimitar Winglets) variants.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Seattle to Mexico City pass through?

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

    • Guadalajara Miguel Hidal (GDL) - 91% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 3% of one-stop connections
    • San Francisco (SFO) - 1% of one-stop connections
    • Los Angeles (LAX) - 1% 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 Seattle to Mexico City?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 7% on the Seattle to Mexico City route. Monday is the cheapest departure day at $620 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $660, a difference of $40. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed from Seattle to Mexico City?

    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 Seattle to Mexico City route, 5% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 3 hours 24 minutes.

  • How are flight departures from Seattle to Mexico City spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Seattle 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 Seattle to Mexico City?

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

    • Earliest: departs at 9:30 am and lands at 3:00 pm
    • Latest: departs at 9:30 am and lands at 3:00 pm.

    The flight takes about 5h 30m.

  • How expensive are last-minute Seattle to Mexico City flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 3% above the route average of $634. Book 11 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How long is a flight from Seattle to Mexico City?

    A nonstop flight from Seattle to Mexico City takes 5h 30m, covering 2,333 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Seattle 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 Seattle 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 $384 to $3,405. That means the highest observed fare was about 9x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Seattle to Mexico City looking right now?

    One-way fares from Seattle to Mexico City are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $332, which is 31% above the typical average for this route.

  • How does Aeromexico’s on-time performance compare to other airlines on Seattle to Mexico City flights?

    Aeromexico is the only airline operating Seattle to Mexico City flights. 95% of its flights are on time.

  • How do delay rates compare for morning and evening flights from Seattle to Mexico City?

    Night flights have the fewest delays on this route. Delays tend to pile up throughout the day as one late flight pushes the next, so earlier departures are usually more reliable.

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

    Flying via Salt Lake City (SLC) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 8h 24m, compared with 8h 40m via San Francisco (SFO) and 8h 46m via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW).

  • What is the time difference between Seattle and Mexico City?

    Mexico City is 1 hour ahead of Seattle (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 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 Seattle to Mexico City flight?

    Round-trip flights from Seattle to Mexico City range from $510 to $830, with an average of $634 over the past 12 months. Anything below $510 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Seattle 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 Monday departure instead of Friday. On this route, Monday flights average $620 - about $40 less than Friday (6% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 11 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 8% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Seattle to Mexico City trip for June. Fares historically average $533 round-trip in that month - typically $328 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 Denver Intl Airport (DEN) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $453 round-trip on this route - about $423 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
  • For your flight from Seattle to Mexico City, you should get to the Seattle Tacoma Intl airport (SEA) at least 2 hours before departure. This will give you enough time to go through the strenuous security checks at the airport. Furthermore, you will have time to stroll around the airport enjoying the collection of contemporary art throughout the airport walkways.
  • If you are traveling with a baby, there are mother’s rooms in SEA to cater to your needs. The rooms, located at Gate A9, Gate A10, Gate N2, Gate D10, Gate D23, and Gate Mezzanine level, will provide you with private space to change diapers, rocking chairs, and power outlets in case you need to charge your devices while there.
  • If you wish to relax a little before you depart from SEA to Mexico City Benito Juarez airport (MEX), you can get a foot or chair massage the massage bar. The bar is open every day, 6 am to 7 pm during the weekdays, and 7 am to 8 pm on the weekends. It is located airside near the N gates. There is also the Terminal Gateway Spa if you need spa services, and it is located airside, level 5, near gate A5.
  • When you get to MEX, there are luggage carts in Terminal 1 to help you ferry your stuff from the plane to the exit of the airport. At Terminal 2, you can bring the luggage carts outside the terminal to the parking lot. There are also luggage wrapping services in Terminal 1 of the airport.
  • There are various modes of transportation to and from MEX. The airport is served by two 24h bus terminals that offer transportation to the surrounding cities. The city’s metro system is another alternative, with the closest stop to the airport at Terminal 1. You can also opt for a taxi as they operate from both terminal 1 and 2 around the clock. For safety purposes, it’s advisable to only use taxis companies authorized by the airport.

Prefer to fly direct from Seattle to Mexico City?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Seattle/Tacoma Intl Airport to Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Seattle/Tacoma Intl to Mexico City Benito Juarez

Monday

Aeromexico

Aeromexico

Tuesday

Aeromexico

Aeromexico

Wednesday

Aeromexico

Aeromexico

Thursday

Aeromexico

Aeromexico

Friday

Aeromexico

Aeromexico

Saturday

Aeromexico

Aeromexico

Sunday

Aeromexico

Aeromexico

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Direct returns

Mexico City Benito Juarez to Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Monday

Aeromexico

Aeromexico

Tuesday

Aeromexico

Aeromexico

Wednesday

Aeromexico

Aeromexico

Thursday

Aeromexico

Aeromexico

Friday

Aeromexico

Aeromexico

Saturday

Aeromexico

Aeromexico

Sunday

Aeromexico

Aeromexico

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Everything you need to know for your flight from Seattle to Mexico City

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