Flying from Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl Airport (MSY) to Mexico City: what you need to know
Mexico City's timezone is UTC-6, which is the same as New Orleans (the location of Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl Airport).
Leave plenty of time to catch your MSY to Mexico City flight. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like April, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during high season in general.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially save on your plane ticket from MSY 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 airports:
Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
Cancun International Airport (CUN)
The journey from central New Orleans to MSY takes about 1 hour on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 19 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Looking for a hotel close to MSY? If you're boarding an early flight from Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl Airport to Mexico City, these accommodation options will get you from your pillow to the plane in no time:
79% of flights departing from Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
You'll find MSY at 900 Airline Highway.
How to find the cheapest flights from Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl Airport (MSY) to Mexico City
$351 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl Airport to Mexico City flight. Return plane tickets start from $785. These fares can change depending on availability and demand.
To pick up cheap flights from MSY to Mexico City, book in advance. Airlines usually offer their most competitively priced fares when flights first go on sale.
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Airports in Mexico City
Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
The distance from Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) to central Mexico City is roughly 13 kilometres. It'll take you about 30 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of about 40 minutes.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl Airport to Mexico City, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these accommodation options near MEX:
To get the lowest price, book your vehicle from Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport around four weeks in advance of your flight from MSY to Mexico City.
Mexico City Felipe Angeles International Airport (NLU)
Once your flight from Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl Airport to Mexico City has touched down, you can make your way to the city centre in around 55 minutes by car. Central Mexico City is roughly 56 kilometres from Mexico City Felipe Angeles International Airport (NLU).
The journey will take roughly 2 hours on public transport.
Unpack and relax not long after your MSY to Mexico City flight at Verticca Hotel. This comfy accommodation option is a short drive from NLU.
Get what you want, not just what's left over. Securing your ride from NLU one week in advance often means lower prices and a wider range of vehicles.
Best time to go to Mexico City
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl Airport to Mexico City. September is the most popular month to visit Mexico City. If you prefer a quieter vibe, go in November.
The warmest month in Mexico City is May, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC and 30ºC. Lock in your Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl Airport to Mexico City plane ticket then if that's the weather you find most pleasant.
Look for cheap tickets from MSY to Mexico City in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 6ºC and 23ºC on average.
More about Mexico City
Start your Mexico City trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl Airport to Mexico City, explore our range of hotels including:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to figure out where to begin. Historic Centre (Centro Historico), Zócalo and Basilica of Our Lady of Guadalupe are major attractions which should feature on any good Mexico City itinerary.
Explore more of Mexico
Guadalajara is just one of the many cities in Mexico waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Mexico City. Around 467 kilometres away to the west, its best attractions include Guadalajara Cathedral, Temple of Our Lady of Guadalupe and Mural Gigante FRIDA KHALO.
Around 105 kilometres southeast of Mexico City, Puebla is another essential stop in Mexico. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Zócalo de Puebla, Temple of Our Lady of Guadalupe and Centro Histórico de Puebla.