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Cheapest round-trip
$461
Typical prices: $567-$784
United Airlines
Sun 1/14Sun 1/21
DCA - MEX • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$471
Typical prices: $566-$779
United Airlines
Tue 1/16Fri 1/19
IAD - MEX • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with United Airlines and Aeromexico. Average duration is 5h 16m
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Cheapest • 2% average savings
Most popular
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When to book
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Our data shows that travelers who book at least 7 weeks in advance save around 31% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 12% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg $483 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 7h 13m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Washington, D.C. to Mexico City (WAS-MEX)

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

Thu, Jan 14 - Thu, Jan 21
United Airlines Logo
12:46 pm - 6:55 pmDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-MEX Mexico City Benito Juarez
7h 09m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
United Airlines Logo
5:40 am - 1:45 pmMEX  Mexico City Benito Juarez-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
7h 05m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
$461United Airlines
Wed, Feb 17 - Thu, Feb 25
Multiple Airlines Logo
10:57 pm - 10:45 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-MEX Mexico City Benito Juarez
24h 48m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Dallas/Fort Worth
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:00 pm - 5:00 amMEX  Mexico City Benito Juarez-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
8h 00m1 stop Guadalajara Miguel Hidal
$464Multiple Airlines
Fri, Mar 5 - Sat, Mar 13
Volaris Logo
6:40 am - 3:45 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-MEX Mexico City Benito Juarez
10h 05m1 stop Guadalajara Miguel Hidal
Volaris Logo
4:45 pm - 5:00 amMEX  Mexico City Benito Juarez-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
11h 15m1 stop Guadalajara Miguel Hidal
$464Volaris
Sat, Jan 16 - Tue, Jan 19
United Airlines Logo
5:41 pm - 9:50 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-MEX Mexico City Benito Juarez
5h 09mnonstop
United Airlines Logo
9:40 am - 2:55 pmMEX  Mexico City Benito Juarez-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
4h 15mnonstop
$471United Airlines
Fri, Jan 22 - Mon, Jan 25
Delta Logo
3:36 pm - 8:00 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-MEX Mexico City Benito Juarez
5h 24mnonstop
Delta Logo
6:55 am - 5:33 pmMEX  Mexico City Benito Juarez-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
9h 38m1 stop New York John F Kennedy Intl
$482Delta
Fri, Jan 22 - Mon, Jan 25
Delta Logo
3:36 pm - 8:00 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-MEX Mexico City Benito Juarez
5h 24mnonstop
Delta Logo
4:45 pm - 12:46 amMEX  Mexico City Benito Juarez-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
7h 01m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$482Delta
Thu, Jan 14 - Tue, Jan 19
American Airlines Logo
11:52 am - 9:55 pmDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-MEX Mexico City Benito Juarez
11h 03m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
American Airlines Logo
8:09 am - 3:59 pmMEX  Mexico City Benito Juarez-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
6h 50m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$486American Airlines
Wed, Jan 13 - Wed, Jan 20
American Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 7:40 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-MEX Mexico City Benito Juarez
13h 40m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
6:43 am - 4:18 pmMEX  Mexico City Benito Juarez-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
8h 35m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$486American Airlines
Sat, Jan 30 - Wed, Feb 17
Aeromexico Logo
3:36 pm - 8:00 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-MEX Mexico City Benito Juarez
5h 24mnonstop
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8:40 am - 1:58 pmMEX  Mexico City Benito Juarez-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
4h 18mnonstop
$548Aeromexico
Thu, Jan 28 - Tue, Feb 2
Aeromexico Logo
3:36 pm - 8:00 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-MEX Mexico City Benito Juarez
5h 24mnonstop
Aeromexico Logo
8:40 am - 1:58 pmMEX  Mexico City Benito Juarez-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
4h 18mnonstop
$548Aeromexico
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Price, demand and travel trends for Washington, D.C. to Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Washington, D.C. to Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport?

Round-trip flights from Washington, D.C. to Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport typically range from $567 to $784. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $461, on United Airlines.

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

There's little price difference between Washington, D.C. to Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport routes. They average around $664 round-trip, based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Washington, D.C. to Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport. It’s 3% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 12% higher.

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

•January is the cheapest month to fly from Washington, D.C. to Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport at $574 round-trip.
•December ($929) and November ($740) 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 flights from Washington, D.C. to Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport the cheapest?

Flights from Washington, D.C. to Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport are cheapest 7 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 31% 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 Washington, D.C. to Mexico City

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

Stefanie Waldek

Expert on Delta, United Airlines and IAD

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.

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.

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

Low season

September

Cheapest flight

$208
Beat the crowds with an average 22% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 17% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport

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

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

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

    • Earliest: departs at 3:36 pm and lands at 8:52 pm
    • Latest: departs at 5:41 pm and lands at 10:57 pm.

    The flight takes about 5h 16m.

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

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

    A nonstop flight from Washington, D.C. to Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport takes 5h 16m, covering 1,880 miles.

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

    Round-trip flights from Washington, D.C. to Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport range from $567 to $784, with an average of $654 over the past 12 months. Anything below $567 counts as a good deal.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 33% above the $654 route average. Book 7 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

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

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $483 round-trip via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD), compared to $651 for nonstop.

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Washington, D.C. 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.

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

    Afternoon is the busiest departure period on Washington, D.C. to Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport flights, with 50% of flights leaving in that window. Evening departures account for 50%, morning flights for 0%, and night flights for 0%.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi on Washington, D.C. to Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport flights?

    JetBlue is the only airline on the Washington, D.C. to Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport route offering in-flight Wi-Fi. Pricing depends on fare class.

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

    One-way fares from Washington, D.C. to Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $246, which is 36% 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
    • NU Car
    • MEXRENTACAR
    • Europcar

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

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

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

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

    • Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) - 33% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 17% of one-stop connections
    • Guadalajara Miguel Hidal (GDL) - 12% of one-stop connections
    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 10% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 14% on flights from Washington, D.C. to Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $636 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $734, a difference of $98.

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

    2 airlines operate flights between Washington, D.C. and Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport. 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 Washington, D.C. to Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport?

    Flying via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 7h 13m, compared with 7h 23m via Charlotte Douglas (CLT) and 7h 29m via Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH).

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

    Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport is 1 hour behind Washington, D.C. (Central Time vs Eastern 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 Washington, D.C. to Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport flights?

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

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

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

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

  • Which Washington, D.C airports have baby care facilities?

    Baltimore–Washington (BWI), Dulles (IAD) and Reagan (DCA) all have nursing rooms. BWI's rooms provide a private environment, IAD's are secured for comfort and Reagan's rooms include power outlets and a baby changing table in a calm setting for nursing.

  • Does IAD have a children's play area?

    Yes, IAD has the Funway, an entertainment area with free aviation-inspired crossword puzzles, word searches and an airplane-themed play section for children. A parents' section is also available for supervising children while devices are charging.

Your guide to booking Washington, D.C. 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 Wednesday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $636, about $98 less than Sunday fares (13% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 7 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 31% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Washington, D.C. to Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport trip for January. Fares historically average $574 round-trip in that month - typically $355 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 Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (ORD) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $483 round-trip on this route - about $168 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
    • Courtyard by Marriott Mexico City Airport
    • NH Collection Mexico City Airport T2
  • Take the Line 4 Metrobus from outside Terminals 1 and 2 for an easy trip from MEX to the city center. For a more affordable option, you can also use the Metro Line 5 subway near Terminal 1. If you prefer a quicker, more comfortable ride, taxis and ridesharing services are available, though they cost more.
  • Traveling with a pet? Plan a quick stop at one of the relief areas at DCA, BWI or IAD before boarding. DCA has pre-security and post-security pet relief areas, including post-security locations in Terminals 1 and 2. BWI also has both options. Its pre-security areas are prior to Concourse E on the lower level outside Door 19 and in front of the Hourly Garage. Its post-security areas are at the beginning of Concourse C and in the D/E connector beyond the D/E security checkpoint. IAD also has multiple pet relief sections on both the airside and landside. At BWI, an Animal Relief Area has artificial turf and a small red fire hydrant.
  • At Reagan Airport (DCA), Dulles Airport (IAD) and Baltimore-Washington Airport (BWI), head to a lounge if you want a quieter place to wait before your flight. Options include Delta Sky Club, United Club and American Airlines Admirals Club. Access depends on airline membership rules and partner-airline restrictions.
  • Need to finish some work before boarding? Use the charging stations located throughout Washington, D.C. airports.

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

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

Direct departures

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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Direct returns

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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