Travelling from Albany International Airport (ALB) to Mexico City: what you need to know
Albany International Airport is located in Albany. Based in the UTC-6 timezone, Mexico City is one hour behind Albany.
For stress-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your ALB to Mexico City flight.
Flying during a peak time such as July? Major public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines and delays at security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
We make it a breeze to book plane tickets from ALB to Mexico City with a stopover. To see all your options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Popular stopovers include:
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport (ATL)
Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT)
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
ALB is around 11 kilometres from central Albany. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 35 minutes.
Looking for a hotel close to ALB? If you're boarding an early flight from Albany International Airport to Mexico City, these stays will put you moments from check-in:
Of all flights departing from Albany International Airport, 76% touch down on time at their destination.
The address for ALB is 737 Albany-Shaker Road.
How to find the cheapest flights from Albany International Airport (ALB) to Mexico City
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Albany International Airport to Mexico City flight is $630. The cheapest price for a return flight is $1,152. Bear in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from ALB to Mexico City if you book ahead. Airlines often have some excellent early bird discounts.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the lowest price across every month when looking for a Albany International Airport to Mexico City ticket.
You don't need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment there's an even bigger deal on cheap flights from ALB to Mexico City.
Find an affordable flight from Albany International Airport to Mexico City with the help of our filters. Choose your preferred departure time, duration and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.
Airports in Mexico City
Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) to central Mexico City takes around 30 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 13 kilometres away.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 40 minutes.
If you have a late flight from Albany International Airport to Mexico City, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these accommodation options near MEX:
Reserving your vehicle from Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport about four weeks ahead of your flight from ALB to Mexico City can help you get the lowest rate.
Mexico City Felipe Angeles International Airport (NLU)
Mexico City Felipe Angeles International Airport (NLU) is about 56 kilometres from central Mexico City. Following your flight from Albany International Airport to Mexico City, it'll take you around 55 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or taxi.
Travelling by public transport will take about 2 hours.
There are some fantastic places to lay your head within a short drive of NLU. Shift into relaxation gear at Verticca Hotel after your ALB to Mexico City flight.
Secure your first choice, not your last resort. Securing your ride from NLU one week in advance often means lower prices and a wider selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Mexico City
September is the most popular month for flights from Albany International Airport to Mexico City. To skip the crowds, plan your trip to Mexico City in November.
The warmest month in Mexico City is May, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC and 30ºC. Book your Albany International Airport to Mexico City plane ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from ALB to Mexico City in January when temperatures average between 6ºC and 23ºC.
More about Mexico City
Start your Mexico City trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Albany International Airport to Mexico City, browse our range of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to know where to start. Historic Centre (Centro Historico), Zócalo and Basilica of Our Lady of Guadalupe are top sights which should feature on any well-planned Mexico City itinerary.
Explore more of Mexico
Guadalajara is just one of the many places in Mexico waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Mexico City. Around 467 kilometres away to the west, top sights here include Guadalajara Cathedral, Temple of Our Lady of Guadalupe and Mural Gigante FRIDA KHALO.
Around 105 kilometres southeast of Mexico City, Puebla is another favourite stop in Mexico. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Zócalo de Puebla, Temple of Our Lady of Guadalupe and Centro Histórico de Puebla.