Flying from Mexico City to Matecana International Airport (PEI): What you need to know
The timezone in Pereira is UTC-5, which is one hour ahead of Mexico City. Matecana International Airport is located in Pereira.
Your flight from Mexico City to PEI won't wait if you're late, so be at 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 like September, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
Airports in Mexico City
Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to take a travel break and perhaps even visit a new city. When searching for cheap flights from Mexico City to PEI leaving from Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to find out where you can stop along the way. Top options include:
Bogota El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
Panama City Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport (MDE)
MEX is around 13 kilometres from central Mexico City. If you're catching a taxi, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 40 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Mexico City to Matecana International Airport? Avoid the mad dash to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels close to Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport:
84% of flights leaving Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport land at their destination as planned. With its strong performance rating, you're unlikely to be delayed when flying out of MEX.
Mexico City Felipe Angeles International Airport (NLU)
Schedule a stopover during your journey at Bogota El Dorado International Airport (BOG). It's a popular transfer point for flights from Mexico City to Matecana International Airport (PEI) leaving Mexico City Felipe Angeles International Airport.
You can arrive at NLU from central Mexico City in about 55 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The ride on public transport will take roughly 2 hours to cover the 56 kilometres or so.
Getting to the airport on time before your Mexico City to PEI flight is far easier when you stay near Mexico City Felipe Angeles International Airport. If you have an early departure, Verticca Hotel will have you a quick ride from check-in.
When it comes to flights staying on schedule, Mexico City Felipe Angeles International Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 76%.
About Matecana International Airport (PEI)
Have a late flight from Mexico City to Matecana International Airport? Don't let it rob you of real rest. Stay at one of these hotels near PEI and get cosy, quick:
Booking your ride around two weeks ahead of your Mexico City to Matecana International Airport flight can help you find the best deal.
Getting from Matecana International Airport (PEI) to central Pereira
From Matecana International Airport, central Pereira is around 6 kilometres away. It takes about 15 minutes to get to the city centre by car.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of around 25 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Mexico City to Matecana International Airport (PEI)
$290 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Mexico City to Matecana International Airport. Return flights start from $600. These prices may change based on availability and demand.
To pick up cheap flights from Mexico City to PEI, book in advance. Airlines typically offer their most competitively priced fares when flights first go on sale.
If you have some flexibility with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the cheapest price in every month when searching for your Mexico City to Matecana International Airport ticket.
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The best time to fly from Mexico City to Matecana International Airport (PEI)
It's time to figure out when to book your flight from Mexico City to Matecana International Airport (PEI). January is the busiest month to visit Pereira. If you like things a bit more low-key, think about going in April.
Book a Mexico City to PEI plane ticket departing in September if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Pereira to range from 10ºC to 26ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from Mexico City to Matecana International Airport in August if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 10ºC and 25ºC.
More about Pereira
Start your Pereira trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Mexico City to Matecana International Airport, check out our selection of accommodation options including:
Your Pereira trip should come with a side of sightseeing. Top attractions that belong on your itinerary include Paisaje Cultural Cafetero, Reserva Natural, Termales de San Vicente and Lugar De Contemplación Monte Tabor.
Explore more of Colombia
You've seen Pereira, now it's time to explore other parts of Colombia. Journey about 177 kilometres east to Bogota to check off its top attractions. From Teatro Colon Bogota to Park Simón Bolívar Bogotá City and Museum of Contemporary Art of Bogota, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Cali is another well-known destination in Colombia and is around 177 kilometres southwest of Pereira. No trip is complete without a visit to Cristo Rey, El Retiro Park and Parque Simón Bolívar.