Mexico City sits at 2,240 m above sea level, with a mild highland climate and most rain from May to October. Its historic centre, Xochimilco and the UNAM campus are UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Two airports serve it, the main one about 5 km east of downtown.
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3 miles (5 km) from the city centre. 45.4 million passengers in 2024
| How | Route | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Metro | Metro Line 5, Terminal Aerea station, by walkway from Terminal 1 | – |
| Bus | Metrobus Line 4 express between both terminals, San Lazaro and Amajac, 5:00 a.m. to midnight | 30 MXN plus 21 MXN card (2024) |
| Taxi | Sedan and van taxis at both terminals | – |
22 miles (35 km) from the city centre. 7.1 million passengers in 2025
| How | Route |
|---|---|
| Train | Tren Felipe Angeles suburban train to Buenavista station, operating since April 26, 2026 |
| Bus | Mexibus Line I to Ojo de Agua, then transfer toward Ciudad Azteca metro |
US citizens need a valid passport and no visa for stays up to 180 days.
Arriving by air, Mexican authorities issue a digital entry permit (FMMD) at the airport. Officials set the authorized stay at arrival, and a visa is needed only beyond 180 days.
Highs stay between about 72 and 82 F all year, and about 820 mm of rain falls, mostly from May to October. November to April is the drier period.
Busiest: Mar-May, Nov-Dec. Quieter shoulder season: Jan-Feb, Oct.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low |
|---|---|---|
| Jan | 72°F (22°C) | 47°F (8°C) |
| Feb | 76°F (24°C) | 49°F (9°C) |
| Mar | 79°F (26°C) | 52°F (11°C) |
| Apr | 82°F (28°C) | 56°F (13°C) |
| May | 81°F (27°C) | 57°F (14°C) |
| Jun | 78°F (26°C) | 57°F (14°C) |
| Jul | 76°F (24°C) | 55°F (13°C) |
| Aug | 76°F (24°C) | 56°F (13°C) |
| Sep | 75°F (24°C) | 56°F (13°C) |
| Oct | 74°F (23°C) | 53°F (12°C) |
| Nov | 73°F (23°C) | 50°F (10°C) |
| Dec | 72°F (22°C) | 47°F (8°C) |
Mexico City is served by Mexico City International Airport (MEX) and Felipe Angeles International Airport (NLU). Mexico City International Airport handled about 45.4 million passengers in 2024.
US citizens need a valid passport and no visa for stays up to 180 days. Arriving by air, Mexican authorities issue a digital entry permit (FMMD) at the airport. Officials set the authorized stay at arrival, and a visa is needed only beyond 180 days.
Highs stay between about 72 and 82 F all year, and about 820 mm of rain falls, mostly from May to October. November to April is the drier period.
Metro Line 5, Terminal Aerea station, by walkway from Terminal 1. Other options include metrobus line 4 express between both terminals, san lazaro and amajac, 5:00 a.m. to midnight and sedan and van taxis at both terminals.
Among the cities we cover, Dallas (about 3h 5m), Los Angeles (about 4h) and Miami (about 4h 15m) have nonstop service to Mexico City as of October 2026.
Mexico City uses the Mexican peso (MXN).
Information checked in October 2026. Schedules, fares and entry rules change, so confirm with the airline or the official source before you travel.