Travelling from Mexico City to El Paso International Airport (ELP): What you need to know
The timezone in El Paso is UTC-7, which is one hour behind Mexico City. El Paso International Airport is located in El Paso.
Your flight from Mexico City to ELP won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
During popular months such as September, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight when you fly during high season in general.
Airports in Mexico City
Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
Consider adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Mexico City to ELP. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX). Take a break from travelling at one of these airports:
Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX)
San Antonio International Airport (SAT)
Located around 13 kilometres from central Mexico City, MEX can be reached in about 30 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport is roughly 40 minutes.
Have an early flight from Mexico City to El Paso International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport:
Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport earns top marks for on-time performance. 84% of flights that take off from MEX arrive at their destination on time.
Mexico City Felipe Angeles International Airport (NLU)
NLU is around 56 kilometres from central Mexico City. It takes 55 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 2 hours.
Getting to the airport on time before your Mexico City to ELP flight is a lot easier when you stay near Mexico City Felipe Angeles International Airport. If you have an early departure, Verticca Hotel will put you a short ride from the airport.
Mexico City Felipe Angeles International Airport has an on-time performance rate of 76%. This figure provides insight into how frequently flights departing from this airport arrive at their destination on time.
About El Paso International Airport (ELP)
Consider staying in a hotel near ELP if you have a late flight from Mexico City to El Paso International Airport. Settle into one of these options and call it a night faster:
Booking your vehicle around four weeks in advance of your Mexico City to El Paso International Airport flight can help you get the lowest rate.
You'll find ELP at 6701 Convair Dr..
Getting from El Paso International Airport (ELP) to central El Paso
From El Paso International Airport, central El Paso is around 13 kilometres away. It takes about 15 minutes to reach the city centre by car.
Travelling on public transport will take you around 40 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Mexico City to El Paso International Airport (ELP)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Mexico City to El Paso International Airport is $408. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $990. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares could change.
To find cheap flights from Mexico City to ELP, book ahead. Airlines usually offer the most competitive fares when flights first go on sale.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest Mexico City to El Paso International Airport tickets across the month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans aren't set in stone.
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The best time to fly from Mexico City to El Paso International Airport (ELP)
It's time to figure out your travel dates for your flight from Mexico City to El Paso International Airport (ELP). June is when most people travel to El Paso. If a slower pace sounds more appealing, head there in December.
Lock in a Mexico City to ELP plane ticket departing in June if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in El Paso to range from 20ºC to 36ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from Mexico City to El Paso International Airport in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 0ºC and 15ºC.
More about El Paso
Start your El Paso trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Mexico City to El Paso International Airport, browse our selection of hotels including:
Your trip to El Paso should come with a side of sightseeing. Major attractions that are worth your time include Franklin Mountains State Park, Franklin Mountains State Park and Wyler Aerial Tramway.
Explore more of the United States
Roswell is just one of the many places in the United States waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of El Paso. Around 241 kilometres away to the northeast, check out popular attractions including Spaceport Park, Anderson Museum of Contemporary Art and Roswell Museum & Art Centre.
Around 129 kilometres north of El Paso, Alamogordo is another essential stop in the United States. No visit is complete without checking out Alameda Park Zoo, Tularosa Basin Museum of History and New Mexico Museum of Space History.
