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Everything you should know

Cheapest return fare
£310
Typical prices: £253-£429
Frontier
Tue 1/9Sat 5/9
SFO - MEX • 1 stop
Cheapest direct flights
£387
Typical prices: £253-£430
Aeromexico
Tue 1/9Sat 5/9
SFO - MEX • Direct
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You can fly direct with Aeromexico and United Airlines. Average duration is 4h 32m
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Cheap Flights from San Francisco to Mexico City (SFO-MEX)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for return flights from San Francisco to Mexico City that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

Recent return flight deals from San Francisco to Mexico City

Tue, 1 Sep - Sat, 5 Sep
Frontier Logo
10:01 - 22:45
SFO
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MEX
11h 44m
1 stop
Frontier Logo
07:00 - 20:46
MEX
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SFO
14h 46m
2 stops
£310Frontier
Tue, 1 Sep - Sat, 5 Sep
Multiple Airlines Logo
20:23 - 05:20
SFO
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MEX
7h 57m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
19:45 - 08:40
MEX
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SFO
13h 55m
1 stop
£312Multiple Airlines
Sat, 19 Sep - Wed, 30 Sep
Multiple Airlines Logo
06:30 - 22:15
SFO
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MEX
14h 45m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
19:55 - 10:22
MEX
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SFO
15h 27m
1 stop
£320Multiple Airlines
Sat, 19 Sep - Wed, 30 Sep
Multiple Airlines Logo
09:00 - 00:00
SFO
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MEX
14h 00m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
19:55 - 10:22
MEX
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SFO
15h 27m
1 stop
£327Multiple Airlines
Tue, 1 Sep - Sat, 5 Sep
Multiple Airlines Logo
20:23 - 05:20
SFO
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MEX
7h 57m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
17:20 - 21:10
MEX
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SFO
4h 50mdirect
£351Multiple Airlines
Wed, 21 Oct - Sun, 25 Oct
Multiple Airlines Logo
13:25 - 00:00
SFO
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MEX
9h 35m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
08:00 - 16:57
MEX
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SFO
9h 57m
1 stop
£356Multiple Airlines
Tue, 1 Sep - Sat, 5 Sep
Aeromexico Logo
23:55 - 05:25
SFO
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MEX
4h 30mdirect
Aeromexico Logo
17:20 - 21:10
MEX
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SFO
4h 50mdirect
£387Aeromexico
Wed, 21 Oct - Sat, 24 Oct
Frontier Logo
06:00 - 17:30
SFO
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MEX
10h 30m
1 stop
Frontier Logo
00:40 - 16:57
MEX
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SFO
17h 17m
2 stops
£392Frontier
Sat, 15 Aug - Fri, 21 Aug
Delta Logo
07:13 - 23:15
SFO
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MEX
15h 02m
1 stop
Delta Logo
09:35 - 13:20
MEX
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SFO
4h 45mdirect
£398Delta
Mon, 14 Sep - Fri, 18 Sep
Delta Logo
14:50 - 20:30
SFO
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MEX
4h 40mdirect
Delta Logo
09:45 - 13:20
MEX
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SFO
4h 35mdirect
£399Delta
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KAYAK’s insights & trends for San Francisco to Mexico City flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from San Francisco to Mexico City to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

How much is a return flight from San Francisco to Mexico City?

This analysis is based on the cheapest return trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from San Francisco to Mexico City departing in September.

Flight prices are below average for this route right now.

Flights to Mexico City from San Francisco usually cost between £336 and £468 in September.
The lowest price found in the past 5 days was £310 on Frontier (1 Sept–5 Sept).

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from San Francisco to Mexico City?

The average price of all round-trip flights from San Francisco to Mexico City clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

If you are looking for a flight deal from San Francisco to Mexico City, look for departures on Wednesdays and avoid leaving on a Saturday, as it's usually the priciest day. When flying back from Mexico City, Saturday is the cheapest day to fly and Tuesday is the most expensive.

What is the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco to Mexico City?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from San Francisco to Mexico City, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from San Francisco to Mexico City is January, where tickets cost £333 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and June, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is £477 and £423 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from San Francisco to Mexico City?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from San Francisco to Mexico City, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from San Francisco to Mexico City, you should book around 3 weeks before departure, which saves you about 25% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 24 weeks before departure.

Good to know - Cheap tickets from San Francisco to Mexico City

Low season

September

Cheapest flight

£167
Best time to beat the crowds (13% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (20% more expensive on average)
Flight from San Francisco to Mexico City

When to book flights from San Francisco to Mexico City

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from San Francisco to Mexico City based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated return price
KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or returns with a duration up to 40 days. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

FAQs for booking flights from San Francisco to Mexico City

  • Which restaurants can be found at San Francisco International Airport?

    The Black Point Cafe is located near Gate A2 in San Francisco International Airport and serves a selection of salads and sandwiches, while Bun Mee can be found in Terminal 3 and has a traditional Vietnamese menu. Farmerbrown is a popular restaurant in Terminal 1 and offers a selection of Southern comfort style food.

  • Are there any amenities for business travelers at San Francisco International Airport?

    If you need to get some last-minute work done before boarding your flight, look for one of the many workstations that are scattered throughout San Francisco International Airport. Equipped with outlets, comfortable seats, and spacious desks, these stations are a convenient place to finish up your to-do list.

  • Which hotels are closest to Mexico City International Airport?

    For a chic 4-star hotel, book a room at the Courtyard by Marriott, which is located directly in Terminal 1 of Mexico City International Airport and is a 15m drive from the popular Templo Mayor museum. If you would like to stay somewhere more luxurious, select the Hotel NH Collection, which is a 5m drive from the airport and a 16m drive from the city’s main square.

  • Where can I rent a car from Mexico City International Airport?

    To pick up a rental car, head to the international baggage claim in Terminal 2 of Mexico City International Airport. You will find desks for several companies, including Hertz, Sixt, and National, each of which keeps their vehicles at an on-site location within walking distance.

  • What is the cheapest flight from San Francisco to Mexico City?

    In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from San Francisco to Mexico City was £167 for a one-way ticket and £310 for a return.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from San Francisco to Mexico City?

    JetBlue, Air Canada, and Lufthansa offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the San Francisco to Mexico City flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from San Francisco to Mexico City?

    The Boeing 737 MAX 8 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the San Francisco to Mexico City flight route.

  • On which days can I fly direct from San Francisco to Mexico City?

    There are direct flights from San Francisco to Mexico City on a daily basis.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from San Francisco to Mexico City?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from San Francisco to Mexico City.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from San Francisco to Mexico City?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Mexico City from San Francisco is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from San Francisco to Mexico City?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly to Mexico City with an airline and back to San Francisco with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from San Francisco to Mexico City?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Mexico City from San Francisco up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from San Francisco to Mexico City

  • Looking for a cheap flight from Mexico City to San Francisco? 25% of our users found flights on this route for £199 or less one-way.
  • An easy way to cut down on your travel time is to look for nonstop flights from San Francisco to Mexico City. United and Delta Airlines offer many affordable flights between these two locations, while Aeroméxico provides free checked baggage and meals.
  • If you often become stressed while traveling, go to one of the yoga rooms in Terminals 2 and 3 of San Francisco International Airport (SFO) in order to exercise, meditate, and clear your head. These rooms contain complimentary exercise mats as well TVs playing guided exercise DVDs.
  • To kill some time before boarding your flight from San Francisco to Mexico City, consider indulging in a spa treatment. There are four XpresSpa locations dispersed throughout Terminals 2 and 3 of San Francisco International Airport, all of which offer manicures, pedicures, massages, and facials.
  • Need to leave one of your bags at the airport after your flight? Go to one of the Luggage Storage desks found in Terminals 1 and 2 of Mexico City International Airport (MEX). Prices start at 120 MXN (approximately 6 USD) per storage locker, although discounts are offered for long-term storage plans.
  • For travelers who would like to freshen up after their flight has landed in Mexico City, buy a pass for either the Grand Lounge Elite or Lounge 19 at Mexico City International Airport. Each of these private lounges contains showers, towels, and toiletry kits, as well as snacks and televisions so you can relax and refresh right before leaving the airport.

Prefer to fly direct from San Francisco to Mexico City?

 
Direct data is based off flight results for the next 60 days. Find direct flights from all airlines flying direct from San Francisco to Mexico City Benito Juarez.
Find which airlines fly direct from San Francisco Airport to Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

San Francisco to Mexico City Benito Juarez

Monday

Aeromexico,United Airlines

Aeromexico,United Airlines

Tuesday

Aeromexico,United Airlines

Aeromexico,United Airlines

Wednesday

Aeromexico,United Airlines

Aeromexico,United Airlines

Thursday

Aeromexico,United Airlines

Aeromexico,United Airlines

Friday

Aeromexico,United Airlines

Aeromexico,United Airlines

Saturday

Aeromexico,United Airlines

Aeromexico,United Airlines

Sunday

Aeromexico,United Airlines

Aeromexico,United Airlines

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Direct returns

Mexico City Benito Juarez to San Francisco

Monday

Aeromexico,United Airlines

Aeromexico,United Airlines

Tuesday

Aeromexico,United Airlines

Aeromexico,United Airlines

Wednesday

Aeromexico,United Airlines

Aeromexico,United Airlines

Thursday

Aeromexico,United Airlines

Aeromexico,United Airlines

Friday

Aeromexico,United Airlines

Aeromexico,United Airlines

Saturday

Aeromexico,United Airlines

Aeromexico,United Airlines

Sunday

Aeromexico,United Airlines

Aeromexico,United Airlines

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