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Cheapest return flight
£241
Typical prices: £234-£331
Volaris
Wed 5/12Sat 8/12
MEX - LAX • Direct
Cheapest direct flights
£251
Typical prices: £235-£332
Volaris
Sat 27/1Mon 29/1
MEX - LAX • Direct
Direct flights
You can fly direct with Aeromexico, Volaris, and others. Average duration is 4h 15m.
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Most punctual • 95% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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Our data shows that travellers who book at least 14 weeks in advance save around 23% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 19% price drop
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Top stopover airports
Cheapest • Avg £227 (return)
Shortest trip • 6h 41m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Mexico City to Los Angeles (MEX-LAX)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Mexico City to Los Angeles

Sat, 5 Dec - Tue, 8 Dec
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05:30 - 07:35MEX  Mexico City Benito Juarez-LAX Los Angeles
4h 05mdirect
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06:00 - 23:00LAX  Los Angeles-MEX Mexico City Benito Juarez
15h 00m2 stops Denver Intl San Antonio
£241Multiple Airlines
Wed, 27 Jan - Fri, 29 Jan
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20:45 - 22:50MEX  Mexico City Benito Juarez-LAX Los Angeles
4h 05mdirect
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18:24 - 00:05LAX  Los Angeles-MEX Mexico City Benito Juarez
3h 41mdirect
£251Volaris
Thu, 1 Apr - Sat, 3 Apr
Viva Logo
19:50 - 22:55MEX  Mexico City Benito Juarez-LAX Los Angeles
4h 05mdirect
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00:35 - 21:30LAX  Los Angeles-MEX Mexico City Benito Juarez
19h 55m1 stop Monterrey Gen Mariano Escobedo
£253Viva
Sun, 25 Apr - Sat, 1 May
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19:50 - 22:55MEX  Mexico City Benito Juarez-LAX Los Angeles
4h 05mdirect
Viva Logo
00:35 - 21:30LAX  Los Angeles-MEX Mexico City Benito Juarez
19h 55m1 stop Monterrey Gen Mariano Escobedo
£253Viva
Sat, 5 Dec - Tue, 8 Dec
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20:45 - 22:50MEX  Mexico City Benito Juarez-LAX Los Angeles
4h 05mdirect
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07:00 - 20:05LAX  Los Angeles-MEX Mexico City Benito Juarez
11h 05m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
£255Multiple Airlines
Sun, 14 Mar - Wed, 17 Mar
Viva Logo
19:40 - 22:45MEX  Mexico City Benito Juarez-LAX Los Angeles
4h 05mdirect
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00:35 - 21:45LAX  Los Angeles-MEX Mexico City Benito Juarez
20h 10m1 stop Guadalajara Miguel Hidal
£256Viva
Wed, 16 Dec - Mon, 25 Jan
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05:30 - 07:35MEX  Mexico City Benito Juarez-LAX Los Angeles
4h 05mdirect
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00:24 - 06:05LAX  Los Angeles-MEX Mexico City Benito Juarez
3h 41mdirect
£257Volaris
Fri, 19 Feb - Wed, 24 Feb
Viva Logo
19:40 - 21:45MEX  Mexico City Benito Juarez-LAX Los Angeles
4h 05mdirect
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14:00 - 12:20LAX  Los Angeles-MEX Mexico City Benito Juarez
20h 20m1 stop Monterrey Gen Mariano Escobedo
£259Viva
Tue, 12 Jan - Tue, 16 Feb
Delta Logo
07:25 - 09:45MEX  Mexico City Benito Juarez-LAX Los Angeles
4h 20mdirect
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07:00 - 16:35LAX  Los Angeles-MEX Mexico City Benito Juarez
7h 35m1 stop Austin Bergstrom
£284Delta
Tue, 12 Jan - Tue, 16 Feb
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07:25 - 09:45MEX  Mexico City Benito Juarez-LAX Los Angeles
4h 20mdirect
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09:30 - 15:15LAX  Los Angeles-MEX Mexico City Benito Juarez
3h 45mdirect
£284Delta
Booking Insights

Price, demand, and travel trends for Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport to Los Angeles flights

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What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport to Los Angeles?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport to Los Angeles. It's 5% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 8% higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport to Los Angeles?

•February is the cheapest month to fly from Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport to Los Angeles at £223 return.
•December (£337) and November (£297) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 50% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport to Los Angeles the cheapest?

Flights from Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport to Los Angeles are cheapest 14 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 23% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Expert advice for your flight from Mexico City to Los Angeles

 
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Key details for Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport to Los Angeles flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

£148
Beat the crowds with an average 16% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 12% increase in traveller numbers.
One-way flight from Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport to Los Angeles

When to book flights from Mexico City to Los Angeles

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Your Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport to Los Angeles flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport to Los Angeles?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport to Los Angeles:

    • Earliest: departs at 05:30 and lands at 09:45
    • Latest: departs at 20:45 and lands at 01:00.

    The flight takes about 4h 15m.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport to Los Angeles?

    Only Economy class is available on flights from Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport to Los Angeles.

  • How long is a flight from Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport to Los Angeles?

    A direct flight from Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport to Los Angeles takes 4h 15m, covering 1,552 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport to Los Angeles?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport to Los Angeles flight?

    Return flights from Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport to Los Angeles range from £234 to £331, with an average of £276 over the past 12 months. Anything below £234 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport to Los Angeles flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 14% above the £276 route average. Book 14 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by having a stopover when flying from Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport to Los Angeles?

    On this route, stopover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Stopover fares average £227 return via Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH), compared with £276 for direct.

  • How does on-time performance compare across airlines flying from Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport to Los Angeles?

    Aeromexico is slightly above the route average for timely arrivals, while American Airlines has a lower on-time arrival rate. On-time arrival rates on Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport to Los Angeles flights are:

    • Aeromexico: 95% on time
    • American Airlines: 90% on time
    • Volaris: 85% on time

    On average, flights on this route are punctual 89% of the time.

  • What is the standard checked bag allowance on flights from Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport to Los Angeles?

    There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge £22–£75 for the first checked bag in Economy. Premium fares and elite status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport to Los Angeles?

    The Airbus A320-100/200 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Viva and Frontier. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 737 MAX 8 variants.

  • How are flight departures from Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport to Los Angeles spread across the day?

    Evening is the busiest departure period on Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport to Los Angeles flights, with 44% leaving in that window. Morning departures account for 34%, Afternoon flights for 22%, and Night flights for 0%.

  • Have flight prices from Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport to Los Angeles changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about £241 to £1,070. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi on Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport to Los Angeles flights?

    Three airlines offer in-flight Wi-Fi on Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport to Los Angeles flights:

    • Delta
    • Aeromexico
    • American Airlines

    Pricing varies by airline and fare class. Some plans are included with the ticket or loyalty programme, while others are paid add-ons priced by flight length.

  • How are flight prices from Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport to Los Angeles looking right now?

    One-way fares from Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport to Los Angeles are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about £157, which is 16% below the typical average for this route.

  • Which car hire options are available at Los Angeles Airport (LAX)?

    Los Angeles Airport (LAX) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around £36 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Ace
    • Thrifty
    • Hertz
    • Alamo
    • Dollar

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport to Los Angeles?

    Flights from Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport to Los Angeles usually depart from Mexico City Benito Juarez (MEX) and arrive at Los Angeles (LAX).

  • What time of day has the fewest delays on flights from Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport to Los Angeles?

    Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route, while evening departures tend to have the most.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed on the route from Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport to Los Angeles?

    A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport to Los Angeles route, 11% of flights were delayed in the past three months, with delays averaging 2h 41m.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport to Los Angeles pass through?

    One-stop flights from Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport to Los Angeles most commonly connect through:

    • Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) – 45% of one-stop connections
    • Guadalajara Miguel Hidal (GDL) – 29% of one-stop connections
    • San Francisco (SFO) – 8% of one-stop connections
    • Monterrey Gen Mariano Escobedo (MTY) – 4% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport to Los Angeles?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 13% on flights from Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport to Los Angeles. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at £264 return on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at £301, a difference of £37.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • Which airlines fly from Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport to Los Angeles?

    5 airlines operate flights between Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport and Los Angeles. The airlines offering direct flights on this route include:

    • Aeromexico
    • Volaris
    • American Airlines
    • Viva
    • Delta

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport to Los Angeles?

    Flying via Monterrey Gen Mariano Escobedo (MTY) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 6h 41m, compared to 7h 21m via Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) and 7h 31m via Salt Lake City (SLC).

  • What is the time difference between Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport and Los Angeles?

    Los Angeles is 1 hour behind Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport (Pacific Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Los Angeles?

    Some of the most popular sights in Los Angeles are Venice Beach, Los Angeles Convention Center, and Hollywood Walk of Fame. These are among the most viewed places in Los Angeles on KAYAK.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport to Los Angeles flights?

    Among airlines operating Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport to Los Angeles flights:

    • Viva: offers free seat selection
    • Delta: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
    • Aeromexico: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
    • American Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
    • Frontier: offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport to Los Angeles flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • Viva: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
    • Delta: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
    • Aeromexico: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class

    Baggage allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Your guide to booking Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport to Los Angeles flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Thursday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Thursday flights average £264, about £37 less than Sunday fares (12% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 14 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 23% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport to Los Angeles trip for February. Fares historically average £223 return in that month – typically £113 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).
  • For the best chance of arriving on time, fly with Aeromexico. Over the past three months, 95% of Aeromexico flights from Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport to Los Angeles arrived on time, slightly above the route average of 89%. When flights on this route arrive late, they're delayed by an average of 2h 41m, so choosing an airline with strong on-time performance can make a difference if you're on a tight schedule.
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport (IAH) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest stopover option averages £227 return on this route – about £49 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Los Angeles Airport.

    • Sonesta Los Angeles Airport LAX
    • Sheraton Gateway Los Angeles Hotel
    • Hyatt Regency Los Angeles International Airport

Prefer to fly direct from Mexico City to Los Angeles?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport to Los Angeles Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Mexico City Benito Juarez to Los Angeles

Monday

Aeromexico,American Airlines,Delta, +2 more

Aeromexico,American Airlines, +3 more

Tuesday

Aeromexico,American Airlines,Delta, +2 more

Aeromexico,American Airlines, +3 more

Wednesday

Aeromexico,American Airlines,Delta, +2 more

Aeromexico,American Airlines, +3 more

Thursday

Aeromexico,American Airlines,Delta, +2 more

Aeromexico,American Airlines, +3 more

Friday

Aeromexico,American Airlines,Delta, +2 more

Aeromexico,American Airlines, +3 more

Saturday

Aeromexico,American Airlines,Delta, +2 more

Aeromexico,American Airlines, +3 more

Sunday

Aeromexico,American Airlines,Delta, +2 more

Aeromexico,American Airlines, +3 more

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Direct returns

Los Angeles to Mexico City Benito Juarez

Monday

Aeromexico,American Airlines,Delta, +2 more

Aeromexico,American Airlines, +3 more

Tuesday

Aeromexico,American Airlines,Delta, +2 more

Aeromexico,American Airlines, +3 more

Wednesday

Aeromexico,American Airlines,Delta, +2 more

Aeromexico,American Airlines, +3 more

Thursday

Aeromexico,American Airlines,Delta, +2 more

Aeromexico,American Airlines, +3 more

Friday

Aeromexico,American Airlines,Delta, +2 more

Aeromexico,American Airlines, +3 more

Saturday

Aeromexico,American Airlines,Delta, +2 more

Aeromexico,American Airlines, +3 more

Sunday

Aeromexico,American Airlines,Delta, +2 more

Aeromexico,American Airlines, +3 more

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