Los Angeles to Mexico City (LAX–MEX) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
LAX–MEX is served by 3 airlines with nonstop service. Volaris, American Airlines and Viva lead the route. The flight covers 1,554 miles in approximately 2h 55m. Beyond nonstop, 72 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Y4 Volaris Also: F9 | 14 | 320, A21N | 3h40-3h43 | – | F9 | |
| AA American Airlines Also: CX, QF | 7 | 7M8 | 3h39 | Oneworld | CX, QF | |
| VB Viva | 7 | 320 | 2h55 | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Travel Essentials
LAX: PDT · MEX: CST
When it's 6:00 PM in Los Angeles, it's 7:00 PM in Mexico City.
US citizens enter Mexico visa-free for up to 180 days for tourism. Complete the immigration form (FMM) online or on arrival; the online version speeds up processing. Passport must be valid for the duration of stay.
Duty-free allowances: USD 500 in goods. Mexico prohibits importing certain foods and medications without documentation. Declare cash over USD 10,000.
FlyAway bus runs from Van Nuys and Union Station ($9.75, 30–50 min depending on traffic). LA Metro C Line connects to Aviation/LAX station; a free shuttle covers the last mile to terminals. Ride-shares cost $20–50 from downtown. Long-term parking lots A/B are walkable; remote Lot E requires a shuttle.
Use only authorized airport taxis (purchase vouchers at official booths inside arrivals; do not take street taxis outside). Rates are zone-based: Centro/Zócalo MXN$180–250, Polanco MXN$250–320, Santa Fe MXN$350–450. Uber is not permitted for airport pickup at T1 (walk to street level at T2 to use Uber).Metrobús Line 4 to Buenavista (Metro hub) takes 30–40 min (MXN$12); a solid budget option. Metro Line 5 serves Terminal Aérea (T1). ADO buses depart from T1 to Puebla, Querétaro, and other cities. A second airport (AIFA, NLU) exists northeast of the city; confirm which airport your flight uses.
High-altitude subtropical climate at 2,240m. Temperatures are mild year-round (7–22°C) with little seasonal variation, no extreme heat or cold. The rainy season (May–October) brings daily afternoon thunderstorms, typically between 3–7pm, which frequently cause delays and can be intense. Hail is possible.
Dry season (November–April) offers the most reliable flying conditions. The airport's elevation means aircraft have reduced performance on hot days. Dense morning smog is common in winter inversions and occasionally reduces visibility. Earthquake risk (significant for Mexico City) has no direct flight impact but is worth knowing.
LAX–MEX Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from LAX to MEX
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) and Mexico City Benito Juárez International Airport (MEX) are connected by nonstop service from American Airlines, Viva and Volaris. With 133 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
LAX to MEX Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from LAX to MEX ranges from 2 hours 55 minutes to 3 hours 45 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,554 miles (2,500 km). There are approximately 133 weekly flights outbound and 117 return, totaling 250 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
72 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 6 hours via TPQ. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.