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What is the cheapest flight to Mexico?

These are the best return prices found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 72 hours.

The cheapest ticket to Mexico from the United States found in the last 72 hours was to Mexico City, at £92 return. The most popular route is Atlanta (ATL) to Cancún (CUN) and the cheapest return airline ticket found on this route in the last 72 hours was £136.

What is the cheapest month to fly from the United States to Mexico?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for flights from the United States to Mexico, 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 the United States to Mexico is September, when tickets cost £316 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are February and July, when the average cost of round-trip tickets is £446 and £446 respectively.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly to Mexico?

The average price for all round-trip flights from the United States to Mexico depending on the time of departure, clicked by users on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

The cheapest time of day to fly to Mexico is generally in the morning, when retur flights cost £329 on average. The most expensive time of day to fly to Mexico is generally at night, which is peak travel time and where the average cost of a ticket is £331.

How far in advance should I book a flight from the United States to Mexico?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights to Mexico, 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 a flight from the United States to Mexico, you should book around 2 weeks before departure, which saves you about 16% compared to booking last-minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 9 weeks before departure.

Which is the cheapest airport to fly into in Mexico?

Prices will differ depending on the departure airport, but generally, the cheapest airport to fly to in Mexico is La Paz Leon Airport (LAP), with an average flight price of £148.

Good to know - Cheap tickets from the United States to Mexico

Low seasonSeptember
Cheapest flight£81
Best time to beat the crowds (8% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (26% more expensive on average)
Flight from Chicago to Mexico City

Flights from the United States to Mexico: the best tips from KAYAK users

Insights shared by verified travellers who flew the route from the United States to Mexico 
JFlew with Delta
PHX
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MEX
Mar 2026
Check in with both airlines if there is a "partnership" because they don't tell you everything automatically after you buy the ticket
AlejandraFlew with Aeromexico
SAT
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MEX
Feb 2026
Always have your passport ready. It will be checked more times than you think and expect to wait a while for everything when you arrive.
TobinFlew with United Airlines
LAX
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CUN
Jan 2026
Prepare a meal. Try not to check bags
NykiFlew with Sun Country Air
MSP
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PVR
Mar 2025
If possible travel for longer in case there are flight issues.
RichardFlew with Hawaiian Airlines
LAX
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ZIH
May 2025
Bring a pen. The airline insists that you fill out customs forms but do not have pens. How much could a pen that also advertises for Alaskan Airlines possibly cost in relation to the cost of the fare?
Verified travelerFlew with Alaska Airlines
SAN
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SJD
Feb 2025
When you are told to sit and fasten your seat belt doesn’t mean you can get up and use the bathroom. So, please for the love of god, use the bathroom prior to boarding :)
Verified travelerFlew with Aeromexico
TPA
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MEX
Dec 2024
Get a bag with removable wheels. Our bag, which is considered carry on size on every other airline I’ve been on, did not fit their box because of the wheel
MorismaFlew with Aeromexico
SFO
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MEX
Aug 2024
Before you go, make sure you have ride to your destination
TeresaFlew with Aeromexico
LAX
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MEX
Aug 2024
Bring snacks for your fly. The fly only offers beverage.
LionelFlew with American Airlines
JFK
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MEX
Apr 2024
To buy food in advance and put in in the bags to account for plane delays. I also recommend to activate plane information updates on the phone.
TommyFlew with American Airlines
JFK
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MEX
May 2024
Eat and use the rest room before flight and try not to leave your seat at all.
RichardFlew with JetBlue
JFK
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SJD
May 2024
Don’t make the mistake I made and pay for a second checked bag. They will check your carry-on for free at the gate.
albertoFlew with JetBlue
EWR
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CUN
Dec 2023
When exiting theairport at Cancun, be cautious of people trying to talk you into timeshares.
Verified travelerFlew with Alaska Airlines
SFO
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PVR
Feb 2024
Be prepared to wait for a long time in customs lines.

FAQs for booking flights from the United States to Mexico

  • Are there nonstop flights to Mexico from the US?

    Yes, most flights from the United States to Mexico are nonstop flights. You can book nonstop flights to Mexico from major United States airports in New York (JFK), San Francisco (SFO), and Los Angeles (LAX). Nonstop flights from these airports head to Cancun International Airport and Guadalajara International Airport. The quickest nonstop flights to Mexico are from Los Angeles, taking about 3h to GDL, and around 4h 30min to CUN.

  • Which airport is closest to Chichen Itza?

    The closest international airport to Chichen Itza is Manuel Crescencio Rejon International Airport (MID). It is about 82 miles from Chichen Itza and receives several flights from the United States. All flights to MID include at least one transfer en route. The transfer occurs at Mexico City (MEX), Miami (MIA), or Houston (IAH). The bus is the only public transportation available from MID to Chichen Itza.

  • Is there public transportation to the city center from popular airports in Mexico?

    Cancun International Airport (CUN) and Guadalajara International Airport (GDL) are the popular airports in Mexico receiving international flights. CUN is roughly nine miles south of the Cancun city center, and buses are the only mode of public transport to the city center. Buses are also the only mode of travel to the Guadalajara city center from GDL, located 13 miles southeast of the city center.

  • Which cities do Mexican airports serve?

    CUN and GDL serve many cities within Mexico as they receive most of the international flights to Mexico. The primary international airport is Cancun International Airport, which serves Cancun, Isla Mujeres, Playa del Carmen, and Leona Vicario. GDL mainly serves Guadalajara, El Quince, San Jose del Castillo, and El Verde. Buses are the most popular and affordable mode of transit from CUN and GDL to the cities they serve.

  • Do airports in Mexico offer accessibility services?

    If you have special needs, flying into Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) is suitable. The airport elevators, escalators, and electric ramps allow for accessibility of facilities by persons with reduced mobility. The washrooms in the airport are furnished and accessorized exclusively for persons with special needs and those attending to babies. The Terminal 1 and 2 access gates provide braille signaling to the visually impaired.

  • Which airport in Mexico is well-connected to public transportation?

    Mexico City Airport is the airport in Mexico that is connected to various public transport. You can take the bus, car rentals, hotel shuttles, metro subway, and taxi service. The airport has two 24-hour operational bus terminals. The airport connects to Mexico City via Metrobus line 4. The 12-line metro network covers a more significant part of the city. You can take the metro at the Terminal Aérea Station, just walking from the airport’s terminal. You can pay for the metro transit via a metro smart card. If you prefer a cab, you can take one from the companies serving the airport. The legal taxi companies operating at the airport include Sitio 300, Porto Taxi, Nueva Imagen, Confort and Yellow Cab, and Excelencia. You can also rent a car from the on-site car rental agencies on the lower level of Terminals 1 and 2.

  • Does Cancun International Airport offer any luggage service?

    If you are traveling to Mexico with luggage and would like to store them as you run some errands, Cancun Airport has storage lockers that you can use to keep your bags. The storage is for large bags only. You can store your bags at a daily fee. The storage lockers are in the main terminal. You can also wrap your luggage with plastic to protect them from damage or theft during transit. The luggage wrapping services are available in all three terminals.

  • Which airline flying to Mexico from the US allows pets onboard?

    When traveling to Mexico with your pet, you can only bring up to two pets past the airports. However, the airlines that fly into Mexico only allow passengers to have one pet per person onboard. Aeromexico airlines welcome both small dogs and cats in the cabin. The pet must be inside a carrier and weigh about 20 lbs. There is a fee for pet transit which increases during high travel seasons. If your pet is traveling as checked baggage, the pet plus its carrier must be 99 lbs or less.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from the United States to Mexico?

    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 the United States to Mexico.

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

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

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from the United States to Mexico?

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

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

    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 from the United States to Mexico up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

  • What is the cheapest day to fly to Mexico?

    Based on KAYAK data, the cheapest day to fly to Mexico is Tuesday when return tickets can be as cheap as £321. On the other hand, the most expensive day to fly is Wednesday, when return prices are £373 on average.

Top tips for finding a cheap flight out of the United States

  • US citizens should fly into Cancun International Airport (CUN) in Mexico for convenient proximity to Mexico’s capital. CUN is the closest airport to the Cancun city center, located nine miles away. Moreover, CUN has many services like duty-free shops, restaurants, parking spaces, and waiting lounges.
  • If you want quick flights to Mexico from the west coast, book your flight out of Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). Flights from LAX to GDL take around 3h while those from San Francisco (SFO) take around 4h. Flights to CUN from LAX take around 4h 30min, while those from SFO take approximately 5h 20min.
  • If you will require currency exchange services after your flight lands in Mexico, Guadalajara International Airport (GDL) and Cancun International Airport (CUN) have several currency exchange centers onsite. The currency exchange services are available for multiple currencies.
  • CUN has Cancun Accessible services for travelers to CUN who have a disability. You will receive wheelchair assistance and any other special care once your flight lands at CUN and GDL.
  • It's not a requirement for US citizens traveling to Mexico for less than 180 days to show a visa. You only need to have a valid passport to gain entry to Mexico for a stay of less than 180 days. Your passport needs to have one blank page and be valid at the time of entry.
  • The United Mexican States, a common tourist destination, has many major international airports. The largest airport in the country, however, is the Mexico City Airport (MEX), also known as Benito Juarez Airport, serving Mexico City and the metropolitan area.
  • Mexico City Airport is a hub for various airlines operating from and to Mexico, including Aeroméxico with Aeroméxico Connect, Mas Air, AeroUnion, and Aeromar. Aeroméxico is the largest airline in the country, operating several destinations in the US, including South, North, and Central America.
  • If you are flying into Mexico from any US airport, you can fly American Airlines as the country is the airline’s largest international destination.
  • Flying into Mexico from the US, however, you might consider landing at Cancun International Airport (CUN) as it is the country receiving many arrivals from the United States.
  • If you want to spend less time and money on your flight to Mexico from the US, consider flying into Nogales International Airport (NOG), which is closest to the US border.

Reviews of the top 5 airlines flying from the United States to Mexico

 
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from the United States to Mexico? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
7.9
DeltaOverall score based on 8313 reviews
7.8Entertainment
8.1Boarding
7.9Comfort
7.2Food
8.5Crew
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the crew cancel the morning service due to the weather. Then the flight got deverted to Nashville . we were on the ground for over two hours the only gave us water once... no food or any snacks.... the crew should have handled better and offered something to passengers.

2.0 MediocreAnonymous, Mar 2026
HNL - ATL
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the crew cancel the morning service due to the weather. Then the flight got deverted to Nashville . we were on the ground for over two hours the only gave us water once... no food or any snacks.... the crew should have handled better and offered something to passengers.

My recent experience was excellent on Delta! I flew with Delta Comfort and I was really comfortable in my seat. I enjoyed the in-flight service. The flight attendants were so friendly and hospitable. I love the snack on the flight as well. This was my first time flying on Delta and I will definitely consider flying with them again.

My flight was cencaled due with the bad weather on Sunday the crew was poorly mistaken my luggage supposed depart with my flight instead I didn’t have my luggage for almost 3 days the website is poorly respond to my complain until I have someone to do it my connection smooth their not even respon or email me even the have my luggage

Delta needs to step its game up get a more reliable internet service. Internet service was non-existent for this flight.

Mechanical Delay of over an hour with multiple gate changes. Entertainment system down for rejuvenation.

This was a Latam operated flight. Seats seemed a bit narrow in business class. Older aircraft.

I had a flight cancel and had it rerouted. When the rerouted they put me at a window seat instead of an isle. It was hard sitting by the window because the couple with masks on were making out. I get motion sickness which is why I need to have the isle seat.

NEVER MADE THE FLIGHT BECAUSE DELTA SAID THEY CAN NOT

THEY FAILED ME AND I NEVER GOT ON THE FLIGHT BECAUSE IT WAS SO DELAYED! I ENDED UP HAVING TO PAY OUT OF POCKET FOR A HOTEL AND STAY IN NASHVILLE TO CATCH A FLIGHT FOR THE FOLLOWING DAY. DELTA IS POOR CUSTOMER SERVICE>

8 hours late and the plane smelled like urine, that smell in the morning when your child wet the bed in the night.

Flight cancelled 2 hours prior to boarding. No explanation. No refunds.

Delayed by 1.5 hours. Terrible apologies, half hearted at best. It will be a LONG time until i book w Jet Blue again. Very disappointed.

My check in was stressful. I somehow lost my seat from my original booking, the plane showed no availability/no seat when it was time to check-in. I called and was instructed to try to get a seat at the airport. I asked if it was a full flight and the travel agent said the site showed some seating but was not able to secure one for me. Why not? On my way to the airport the app finally revealed one available seat towards the back of the aircraft that I was able to book. It ended up being an overbooked flight, so glad I wasn't stuck.

Flights with JetBlue from San Diego to Boston are a miserable experience. The flight was delayed about 1.5 hours due to “weather” supposedly but the flights for other airlines left on time so it just have been some kind of weather that only affects JetBlue. I had a small carry on - purse. The crew stored it in a bin 2 rows down from me because they were using the bin next to my seat for other people’s stuff. The TV screen in the emergency row seats does not work. It just was awful from start to finish. When we landed, we had to sit inside the plane for a very long time because the plane had to be moved to a different gate.

They made me check my bag and I didn't need to as there was overhead space available. I paid for a seat towards the front of the plane and it didn't recline. I requested a refund and they declined to give me one.

I have to congratulate Kayak (and Dylan the Chatdeal agent) because because when we decided extended our trip in Florida by two days, there were many direct flights oprions back to Boston available on the Friday we wanted to fly on the JetBlue website, but once I canceled the original JetBlue flight on their website, those direct return options disappeared immediatley! I think it's a game JetBlue plays. . Luckily, I checked Kayak and they had a direct flight that wasn't appearing on JetBlue's website and so I booked it, and we were able to fly home direct through the Kayak booking when JetBlue was offering nothing (even though I have been a True Blue member for 20 years, and also am a Mosaic member). So much for loyalty- their algorithm for booking is like a shell game. JetBlue used to be a good company but now they're worse than anyone. Also I was originally booked this trip to Florida, two months before the departure date, I booked the trip on JetBlue's website and then after the payment part, they said there was a problem and that I needed to do the booking again, so when I immediately went to rebook , the price had gone up 30%! I called them and it sounded like they had heard this so many times before and the guy told me to check back in 10 minutes and the price would be back to where it was when I was booking- it but it never was. How could the price go up 30% in one minute two months before the flight???? They're playing a game with their customers. Anyways, I booked a cheaper flight then at a less convenient time. So fast forward two months the night before the 7 AM flight, they sent me an email at midnight when I was sleeping to let me know that my flight at 7 AM had been canceled. The only thing they offered was a flight that night from from a different airport (Providence) to a different airport in Florida (West Palm Beach) or a flight two days later. No compensation, nothing. They couldn't of tried to get another plane to the Boston airport? They had all night to do it. I passed on their ridiculous options and flew with Delta and it was a great experience. Of course, I had to pay a lot more booking on the same day, but JetBlue doesn't care. I put in a lengthy complaint with the agent who assured me someone would get back to me by email within three days and I haven't heard a thing. JetBlue used to be a good company but now they're among the worst. The only thing they still have is decent legroom, but the corporate bean counters will probably start taking that away too.

We were made to wait in the airport for six hours for a flight that was ultimately canceled.

Both flights were significantly delayed. The flight experience itself was great.

My flight got delayed and eventually canceled, then rescheduled. I and several others had a connection from Boston to Paris and asked several times if we would make it. They assured us we would and then rebooked us mid flight without our consent and closed doors early even though they said they communicated we were a bit delayed. We got stranded in Boston and I opted with being rebooked for a different connection to France since they refused to pay for a Hotel. I've now been in Europe for 5 days and still haven't recieved my bags. There was absolutely no urgency for the fact that I'm in a foreign country with absolutely no change of clothes or any of my medication. Such an overwhelming and frustrating experience.

Automated scanning was slow and somewhat haphazard. Too many people were unfamiliar with the tech and were forced to learn on the fly. The hands off approach of the gate staff made it more uncomfortable. This needs work. Overall the flight and cabin crew were excellent.

Flight was scheduled at 11:26am but they keep Delaying until midnight. They waited at airport restless.

Rough flight No beverage service due to turbulence Bottom Seat cushion was non existent

Great experience. Good dinner and service. FA's were very nice and attentive.

It was great. Smooth flight, comfortable, left on time and landed on time.

Perhaps this is an airport issue, but being in a takeoff queue for over an hour in the taxiing lane is unacceptable. We will definitely be seeking alternative avenues for air travel in the future.

We hoarded. Then we deplaned. Then we waited for 10 hours in the MSP airport due to a wheel misfunction. We understand safety but communication between crew and airport staff was horrible. When we did finally board, we were rushed on and because we were waiting for a “fresh” pilot and crew, we sat in a roasting plane with no A/C for an hour. My question is why was this flight not cancelled right away when they knew this would be a huge issue OR, why did AA not get a substitute plane, considering this was already a full flight? To me, this appears to be a complete breakdown in leadership and utter systems failure. The compensation for completely disrupting travel plans for hundreds, which we paid dearly for, was measly. While we appreciated the lodging for the night, $12 in meal vouchers isn’t going to sustain anyone for over 12 hours. “We apologize; our hands are tied” is no longer an acceptable explanation. We are so completely turned off by this experience and will definitely seek alternative avenues when we need to fly.

Mostly good. The WiFi wasn’t working so that was not great.

I rated the experience "mediocre" because of the 2 hour delay in take off. This is the 4th flight from DFW on AA where there was a delay and in one of the instances (after 13 delays), the flight was cancelled. I understand weather but for the March 18th flight, there was no weather issue in Dallas or Detroit. I called Concierge Key and they were wonderful, booking me on a later flight in case my flight was cancelled. I have flown with American for many years and never has there been this consistent pattern of delays. Very disappointing.

They put me on an earlier and I got home sooner

Not good. One of my luggage is missing. And until now they can’t find it

It was cancelled at the last moment and the customer services seemed unnoticed to this change and hanged me off the phone the first time I called.

Staff especially Alan Hernandez was a great help with arrangements for my partner and me sit together. This made the trip do much more enjoyable. Thanks so much.

One of the flight was delayed an hour. We then boarded a new flight. We were told to unboard after some other time. To wait for the next flight for another hour. I paid for a short flight that turned in to half a day of travel.

No entertainment, charging, nor wifi on board but I napped for basically the entire time so it was alright. Was allowed to switch seats because the flight was not full but everyone was assigned to the back. Comfortable seats and we got moved to the emergency exit so the extra room was nice.

Painless trip. Only downside: No entertainment system (which we know with Viva & Volaris) and very small seat space. I'm petite and felt squizzed. I'm not sure how most overweight passengers do.

I was charge $90 for my bag more then the fight crazy!! And the plain hit a couple of birds on the take off bird strikes we returned back and had to change planes bad customer service everyone has an attitude problem!!! Bad experience!!!

The bad thing is they didnt send me the deatils about how much alowed bagage ehight 1 carryon or cheacking bag Also they just send in spanishlanfuage i couldnt understand emails

The boarding process was ridiculous. The boarded groups into a walkway just before the aerobridge (about 20 mins late), whilst we watch the crew stroll casually onto the plane, running late. And then they made us line up on then aerobridge with no aircon for 10 minutes before we boarded. Staff are just as ghetto as the customers. Wouldn’t fly again

They closed the gate over 25 minutes before departure and I didn’t get to board.

No empathy for my situation, arriving at the check-in counter 5 minutes after the deadline to deposit baggage due to a very delayed incoming intercontinental flight. The attendant simply stared past my shoulder and picked up the microphone to announce a "reminder that all passengers must arrive at least one hour before the flight" before speaking to the passenger behind me. I understand that there are rules above deadlines but at least show some damn empathy. It was Christmas morning and I'd been travelling for 20 hours for goodness sake!

The airplane rattled near the left wing as if several screws were loose. Then after we landed in Fort Lauderdale, we had to sit and wait on the runway for quite some time. It was very scary and TOTALLY unacceptable!

Smooth flight staff very friendly and we arrived 15 mins earlier

I was in the airport when I'll check the status of my flight and it was canceled and without any reason. The worst of the worst ...

I never had an opportunity to experience them! They cancelled my flight TWICE!!!

Return flight was canceled. Needed to reschedule with another airline the next day. Cost an an additional $84. At another airport 45 miles further away

Spent seven hours in the airport with spirit pushing he flight time back two hours every two hours only to then have it canceled without explanation. The employees said, “They’ve been doing this for the last five days.” Would have been great if they told us to expect that when we arrived.

Seat do not reclined and tight space. Flight changed so many times hard to keep up.

Bad airline to travel with my flight was delayed for more than 3 hours they act like it’s normal

No WiFi, no outlets to charge phones, no complimentary beverages on a 6 hour flight

Length of flight was fine Delay of over 3 hours was very bad!! Flight down was delayed 1.5 hours

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