2 airlines fly nonstop from San Francisco to Mexico City.
Checking today’s fares with the airlines.
| Airline | From | To |
|---|---|---|
| Aeroméxico | SFO San Francisco International Airport | MEX Mexico City International Airport |
| United Airlines | SFO San Francisco 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 2 hours ahead of San Francisco in January and 1 hour ahead of 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 and United Airlines fly this route nonstop.
About 1,888 miles (3,038 km), measured between the city centres.
Mexico City is 2 hours ahead of San Francisco in January and 1 hour ahead of 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.