5 airlines fly nonstop from New York to Mexico City.
Checking today’s fares with the airlines.
| Airline | From | To |
|---|---|---|
| Aeroméxico | JFK John F. Kennedy International Airport | MEX Mexico City International Airport |
| Delta Air Lines | JFK John F. Kennedy International Airport | MEX Mexico City International Airport |
| Viva Aerobus | JFK John F. Kennedy International Airport | MEX Mexico City International Airport |
| American Airlines | JFK John F. Kennedy International Airport | MEX Mexico City International Airport |
| United Airlines | EWR Newark Liberty International Airport | MEX Mexico City International Airport |
Nonstop service as of October 2026. Airlines change schedules seasonally.
3 miles (5 km) from the city centre. 45.4 million passengers in 2024
| How | Route | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Metro | Metro Line 5, Terminal Aerea station, by walkway from Terminal 1 | – |
| Bus | Metrobus Line 4 express between both terminals, San Lazaro and Amajac, 5:00 a.m. to midnight | 30 MXN plus 21 MXN card (2024) |
| Taxi | Sedan and van taxis at both terminals | – |
US citizens need a valid passport and no visa for stays up to 180 days.
Mexico City is 1 hour behind New York in January and 2 hours behind it in July, because the two observe daylight saving time differently. Mexico City uses the Mexican peso (MXN).
Read the Mexico City guide: when to go, weather, airports and tips
Nonstop flight times vary by airline and season; flights with a connection take longer.
As of October 2026, Aeroméxico, Delta Air Lines, Viva Aerobus, American Airlines and United Airlines fly this route nonstop.
Nonstop flights leave from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) and Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) and arrive at Mexico City International Airport (MEX).
About 2,087 miles (3,359 km), measured between the city centres.
Mexico City is 1 hour behind New York in January and 2 hours behind it in July, because the two observe daylight saving time differently.
US citizens need a valid passport and no visa for stays up to 180 days.
Metro Line 5, Terminal Aerea station, by walkway from Terminal 1.
Information checked in October 2026. Schedules, fares and entry rules change, so confirm with the airline or the official source before you travel.