Travelling from Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) to Melbourne: what you need to know
Melbourne is 17 hours ahead of Mexico City, where Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport is located. Melbourne follows the UTC+11 timezone.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your MEX to Melbourne flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a popular month like September? Public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
We make it easy to book plane tickets from MEX to Melbourne with a stopover. To see all the options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, select a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Well-traveled stopover hubs include:
Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
MEX is about 6 kilometres from central Mexico City. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be around 40 minutes.
Searching for a hotel close to MEX? If you're catching an early flight from Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport to Melbourne, these accommodation options will get you from your pillow to the plane in no time:
Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport gets top marks for its on-time performance. 84% of flights that depart MEX land on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) to Melbourne
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport to Melbourne flight is $1,933. The cheapest price for a return flight is $3,444. Bear in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Booking early is often the key to securing a cheap flight from MEX to Melbourne. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, make the most of the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the lowest price across each month when searching for your Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport to Melbourne ticket.
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Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) is around 24 kilometres from central Melbourne. If you're opting for a ride-share or a taxi, the drive will take roughly 25 minutes.
It'll take around 35 minutes to get there by public transport.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport to Melbourne. Book one of these accommodation options near MEL instead:
Reserving your ride from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport around four weeks ahead of your flight from MEX to Melbourne can help you secure the lowest rate.
Avalon Airport (AVV)
Once your flight from Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport to Melbourne has touched down, you can get to the city centre in around 1 hour 5 minutes by car. Central Melbourne is roughly 56 kilometres from Avalon Airport (AVV).
If you choose to travel on public transport, you'll get to the city centre in 1 hour 20 minutes or so.
Corio Bay Motel is a comfortable accommodation option within a short drive of AVV. Make yourself at home here after your MEX to Melbourne flight and then hang the 'Do not disturb' sign for some uninterrupted rest.
Snap up the best price by booking your ride from AVV three weeks in advance. You'll also have access to a wider selection of vehicles.
Essendon Airport (MEB)
Hop off your flight from Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport to Melbourne and go straight to your hotel or start taking in the sights right away. Central Melbourne is about 11 kilometres from Essendon Airport (MEB).
Enjoy a more leisurely start to your break by checking in to a hotel near MEB after your MEX to Melbourne flight. Rest up after a long day of travel or simply take a moment to get your bearings in a new city at:
Rental agencies sometimes offer deals on early bookings, so reserve your ride from MEB a few weeks ahead of your flight from Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport to Melbourne. A little prep today saves cash tomorrow.
Best time to go to Melbourne
July is the busiest month for flights from Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport to Melbourne. To avoid the crowds, head to Melbourne in December.
Before booking a Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport to Melbourne plane ticket, think about the kind of weather you prefer. January is the warmest month in Melbourne, with temperatures ranging from 11ºC to 28ºC.
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from MEX to Melbourne in July when temperatures average between 3ºC and 12ºC.
More about Melbourne
Start your Melbourne trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport to Melbourne, browse our range of hotels including:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be tricky to work out where to begin. Melbourne's Gardens, Flinders Street Railway Station and Melbourne Park are leading attractions which should feature on every Melbourne itinerary.
Explore more of Australia
Melbourne has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of Australia you should also see. About 467 kilometres northeast of Melbourne, a visit to Canberra will keep you on the move. Start with leading attractions like National Gallery of Australia, National Portrait Gallery and Museum of Australian Democracy.
Launceston is another sought-after destination in Australia and is around 451 kilometres southeast of Melbourne. No trip is complete without dropping by Cataract Gorge Scenic Chairlift, Queen Victoria Museum at Inveresk and Hollybank Mountain Bike Park.