Travelling from Honolulu International Airport (HNL) to Mexico City: what you need to know
Mexico City is four hours ahead of Honolulu, where Honolulu International Airport is located. Mexico City observes the UTC-6 timezone.
To avoid missing your HNL to Mexico City flight, leave plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
During popular months such as July, it's wise to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights when you fly during peak periods in general.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper plane ticket from HNL to Mexico City. All you need to do is uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search. Give yourself a breather (and maybe even a better deal) by stopping at one of these connection hubs:
Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
The journey from central Honolulu to HNL takes about 45 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 6 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Searching for a hotel close to HNL? If you're boarding an early flight from Honolulu International Airport to Mexico City, these stays will get you from your pillow to the plane in no time:
82% of flights leaving Honolulu International Airport reach their destination on schedule. With its solid on-time performance, disruptions are unlikely when taking off from HNL.
You'll find HNL at 300 Rodgers Blvd., #12.
How to find the cheapest flights from Honolulu International Airport (HNL) to Mexico City
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Honolulu International Airport to Mexico City flight is $541. The cheapest price for a return flight is $1,030. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from HNL to Mexico City if you book early. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird rates.
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Airports in Mexico City
Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) to the centre of Mexico City takes about 30 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 13 kilometres away.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 40 minutes.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Honolulu International Airport to Mexico City. Stay at one of these accommodation options near MEX instead:
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your ride from Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport around four weeks before your flight from HNL to Mexico City.
Mexico City Felipe Angeles International Airport (NLU)
After your flight from Honolulu International Airport to Mexico City has arrived, you can make your way to the city centre in about 55 minutes by car. Central Mexico City is roughly 56 kilometres from Mexico City Felipe Angeles International Airport (NLU).
If you choose to travel on public transport, you'll reach the centre in 2 hours or so.
Verticca Hotel is a comfortable accommodation option within an easy drive of NLU. Drop your bags here after your HNL to Mexico City flight and then put up the 'Do not disturb' sign to enjoy some uninterrupted rest.
Avoid paying more than you need to. Securing your ride one week before your arrival at NLU will help you stay within budget.
Best time to go to Mexico City
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Honolulu International Airport to Mexico City. September is the most popular month to travel to Mexico City. If you prefer a quieter atmosphere, go in November.
Lock in a Honolulu International Airport to Mexico City plane ticket with a departure in May if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 12ºC to 30ºC.
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from HNL to Mexico City in January when temperatures average between 6ºC and 23ºC.
More about Mexico City
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Mexico City right here. Explore these options once you've locked in your flight from Honolulu International Airport to Mexico City:
Historic Centre (Centro Historico) and Zócalo are just the start of the top-rated attractions to put on your Mexico City itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Basilica of Our Lady of Guadalupe.
Explore more of Mexico
Mexico City is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of Mexico you should also see. About 467 kilometres west of Mexico City, a trip to Guadalajara will keep you on the move. Don't miss top attractions like Guadalajara Cathedral, Temple of Our Lady of Guadalupe and Mural Gigante FRIDA KHALO.
If you're eager to discover another major stop in Mexico, consider Puebla, roughly 105 kilometres southeast of Mexico City. Zócalo de Puebla, Temple of Our Lady of Guadalupe and Centro Histórico de Puebla are key reasons to visit.