Flying from Rome to Mexico City: what you need to know
Rome has two main airports that could be the jumping-off point for your adventure. Check out your options for booking a flight from Rome to Mexico City flying out of Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) or Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA).
When working out where to arrive in Mexico City, Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) and Felipe Ángeles International Airport (NLU) are the primary gateways.
The average duration of a direct Rome to Mexico City flight is 13 hours 20 minutes.
Mexico City's timezone is UTC-6, making Mexico City seven hours behind Rome.
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) is the most popular route that connects these two cities. There are five weekly departures to choose from. If you have things to do before heading off, the last flight from Rome to Mexico City is with Aeromexico at 23:15. Opt for the first FCO to MEX departure operated by Aeromexico at 22:05 to make the most of your arrival in Mexico City.
For a stress-free start to your trip, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your Rome to Mexico City flight.
Flying during a popular month such as August? Public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines and delays at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from Rome to Mexico City
Score cheap Rome to Mexico City flights by booking two months ahead. Based on our research, that's the ideal time frame for finding the biggest deals.
Organise your trip for May. That's the best month for scoring great bargains on plane tickets from Rome to Mexico City. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across every month.
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Flying from Rome
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Jet off from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) on a nonstop flight from Rome to Mexico City. From FCO, you can fly straight to Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX).
Aeromexico is a well-known carrier that offers direct Rome to Mexico City plane tickets leaving from FCO.
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to take a break from travelling — and perhaps even explore a different city. When browsing Rome to Mexico City flights departing from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Here are some popular options to consider:
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
Located around 23 kilometres from the centre of Rome, FCO can be reached in about 40 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport will take roughly 50 minutes.
Want a handy hotel near Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Rome to Mexico City, these stays will have you nice and close to your departure gate:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport, 70.57% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA)
CIA is around 13 kilometres from central Rome. It takes 40 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 40 minutes.
You're going on holiday, so why not book an additional night away? Think about staying at one of these accommodation options near Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport the day before your flight from Rome to Mexico City:
Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport has an on-time performance of 73%. This figure highlights how frequently flights departing from this airport land at their destination on time.
Arriving in Mexico City
Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) is approximately 6 kilometres from central Mexico City. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes around 25 minutes.
It typically takes 55 minutes to get there on public transport.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Rome to Mexico City. Reserve one of these accommodation options near MEX instead:
Travel at your own speed with a Benito Juarez International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from INFINITY RENT, MEX or America and venture far and wide through Mexico City and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Benito Juarez International Airport around four weeks ahead can help you get the best possible rate.
Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU)
The centre of Mexico City is around 32 kilometres from Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU). After your flight from Rome to Mexico City has hit the runway and you've made your way to arrivals, the drive should be around 55 minutes.
If you travel by public transport, you'll get to the city centre in 1 hour 45 minutes or so.
Holiday Inn & Suites Mexico Felipe Angeles Airport is a comfortable accommodation option within an easy drive of NLU. Drop your bags here after your flight from Rome to Mexico City and then put up the 'Do not disturb' sign for some uninterrupted rest.
The fastest way to reach your destination is with a Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Europcar, MEX or Keddy By Europcar and be off and running.
Snap up a deal by securing your ride from NLU one week ahead of time. You'll also have access to a wider selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Mexico City
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Rome to Mexico City. July is the busiest month to visit Mexico City. If you want a more relaxed atmosphere, go in April.
When booking your Rome to Mexico City tickets, think about the weather you're most comfortable in. April is the warmest month in Mexico City, with temperatures ranging from 10ºC to 28ºC.
Search for cheap flights from Rome 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
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Mexico City right here. Browse these options as soon as you've booked your flight from Rome to Mexico City:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to work out where to start. Zocalo, Chapultepec Park and National Museum of Anthropology are leading attractions which should feature on every Mexico City itinerary.
Explore more of Mexico
Mexico City has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of Mexico just waiting to be discovered. Around 21 kilometres north-east of Mexico City, a visit to Ecatepec de Morelos will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with popular sights like Grupo Scout 360 Aztlan, mirador del Valle Park and Kinder casanueva.
Guadalajara is another essential stop in Mexico and is around 467 kilometres west of Mexico City. No journey is complete without dropping by Guadalajara Cathedral, Teatro Degollado and Portales Tlaquepaque Park.
