Flying from Savannah/Hilton Head Airport (SAV) to Mexico City: what you need to know
The timezone in Mexico City is UTC-6. The city is two hours behind Savannah, where Savannah/Hilton Head Airport is located.
For a relaxed start to your SAV to Mexico City flight, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Heading away during a peak period like a bank holiday? Expect longer lines at check-in and security. To give yourself peace of mind, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially score a cheaper flight ticket from SAV to Mexico City. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search. Give yourself a breather (and maybe even a better deal) by stopping at one of these popular options:
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT)
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
Located around 11 kilometres from central Savannah, SAV can be reached in about 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic). Travelling on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 20 minutes.
Searching for a hotel close to SAV? If you're catching an early flight from Savannah/Hilton Head Airport to Mexico City, these accommodation options will get you from your pillow to the plane in no time:
When it comes to Savannah/Hilton Head Airport's on-time performance, data shows 79.2% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
SAV is located at 400 Airways Avenue.
How to find the cheapest flights from Savannah/Hilton Head Airport (SAV) to Mexico City
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Savannah/Hilton Head Airport to Mexico City flight is $555. The cheapest price for a return flight is $972. Bear in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to land cheap flights from SAV to Mexico City if you book ahead. Airlines often have some great early bird deals.
Finding cheap tickets from Savannah/Hilton Head Airport to Mexico City is easier if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Try using the 'Whole month' search tool to get the lowest prices across each month and bag an incredible deal.
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Airports in Mexico City
Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) is around 8 kilometres from the centre of Mexico City. If you're opting for a ride-share or a cab, the drive takes about 25 minutes.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 55 minutes.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Savannah/Hilton Head Airport to Mexico City. Stay at one of these accommodation options near MEX instead:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Benito Juarez International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from INFINITY RENT, MEX or America and explore beyond Mexico City's main sights.
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your ride from Benito Juarez International Airport about four weeks ahead of your flight from SAV to Mexico City.
Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU)
After your flight from Savannah/Hilton Head Airport to Mexico City has arrived, you can make your way to the city centre in around 55 minutes by car. Central Mexico City is roughly 40 kilometres from Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU).
The trip will take roughly 1 hour 45 minutes on public transport.
There are some fantastic places to stay within a short drive of NLU. Ease into relaxation mode at Verticca Hotel after your SAV to Mexico City flight.
Europcar, MEX and Keddy By Europcar make picking up a Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport rental car quick and easy. These companies are located in or around the terminal and will have you on your way in a heartbeat.
Score the best price by booking your ride from NLU one week in advance. You can also expect to have a wider selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Mexico City
Carefully consider your travel dates before locking in your flight from Savannah/Hilton Head Airport to Mexico City. The city comes alive during peak season, but rates are typically higher and major attractions can be busy. Visit Mexico City in low season for a more relaxed vibe.
Lock in a Savannah/Hilton Head Airport to Mexico City flight ticket with a departure in April if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 10ºC to 28ºC.
January has average temperatures of between 6ºC and 23ºC. Search for a cheap ticket from SAV to Mexico City around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Mexico City
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Mexico City right here. Browse these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from Savannah/Hilton Head Airport to Mexico City:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be difficult to know where to begin. Chapultepec Park, Zocalo and National Museum of Anthropology are top sights which should be on any well-planned Mexico City itinerary.
Explore more of Mexico
You've done Mexico City, now it's time to discover other corners of Mexico. Travel about 467 kilometres west to Guadalajara to tick off its leading sights. From Teatro Degollado to Portales Tlaquepaque Park and Zoologico Guadalajara, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Around 105 kilometres south-east of Mexico City, Puebla is another favourite stop in Mexico. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Mirador de Los Fuertes, Cuexcomate and Street of Candies.