New York to Mexico City (LGA–MEX) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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No scheduled airline flights on this route — it's flown by charter / private operators (). No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.

✦ 1-Stop connections via 10 hubs
ATL Atlanta 6h 50m AAAFAM AMDLKL Atlanta (ATL) to Mexico City flights
IAH Houston 7h 5m AMDLKQ AMF9NZ Houston (IAH) to Mexico City flights
MCO Orlando 7h 24m AAADB6 AMF9WS Orlando (MCO) to Mexico City flights
DFW Dallas-Fort Worth 7h 26m AAAMAY AAAMAY Dallas-Fort Worth (DFW) to Mexico City flights
RDU Raleigh/Durham 7h 30m AAAFAM AM Raleigh/Durham (RDU) to Mexico City flights
YYZ Toronto 7h 35m AAACDL ACAMF8 Toronto (YYZ) to Mexico City flights
CLT Charlotte 7h 36m AABADL AA Charlotte (CLT) to Mexico City flights
DTW Detroit 7h 37m AAAFAM DL Detroit (DTW) to Mexico City flights
MIA Miami 7h 42m AADLEJA AAAMAR Miami (MIA) to Mexico City flights
ORD Chicago 7h 53m AAASDL AAAMEK Chicago (ORD) to Mexico City flights
1-STOP More options, longer trips
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New York to Mexico City
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
-2h behind

While no nonstop service exists between LGA and MEX, 1-stop connecting options are available.

Connection Landscape

1-stop and 2-stop options for LGA to MEX.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
22
Hubs
~6h
Fastest
~17h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
1,884
Candidates
Two-stop connections loaded in the connections tab above.
Connections computed from published schedules with minimum connection time verification. Use the interactive explorer above the fold to filter by airline, tier, and layover time.

On-Time Performance

What to expect at each end of your journey.
Outbound
LGA → MEX
84%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Departing
84%
Return
MEX → LGA
94%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Arriving
94%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. LGA delays →

Other ways to reach Mexico City from New York

Nearby airports with service to Mexico City Benito Juárez International Airport.
Metric LGA→MEX JFK→MEX EWR→MEX
Distance from LGA 11 mi 17 mi
Nonstop airlines 8 3
Weekly flights 84 28
Departure OTP 84%
Airports within 200 miles of LGA with service to Mexico City Benito Juárez International Airport.

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
-2h
Mexico City is 2 hours behind New York.
LGA: EDT · MEX: CST

When it's 6:00 PM in New York, it's 4:00 PM in Mexico City.
Visa & Entry

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.

Getting to LGA
Until then, the M60 Select Bus Service runs from 106th Street/Broadway in Manhattan to LGA for $2.90 (MetroCard); the trip takes 45–70 minutes. Transfers from the subway at Astoria-Ditmars Blvd (N/W trains) also work via the Q70 Select Bus.Taxis from Midtown cost $30–45 plus tolls and tip. Ride-shares (Uber/Lyft) run $35–55. Traffic on the Grand Central Parkway and Van Wyck can double travel times during rush hours; allow 90 minutes from Midtown during peaks.

Getting from MEX

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.

Mexico City Climate

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.

LGA–MEX Quick Facts

Key statistics for the New York to Mexico City route.
Route details
Time difference-2 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
1-stop connectionsAvailable
Origin: LGA
IATA / ICAOLGA / KLGA
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
Passengers/yr33.4M
Elevation21 ft / 6 m
Destination: MEX
IATA / ICAOMEX / MMMX
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Passengers/yr45.4M
Elevation7,316 ft / 2,230 m

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about LGA to MEX flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available, ranked by layover time. Common connecting points include Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta, George Bush Intercontinental and Orlando.
Mexico City is 2 hours behind New York.
Nearby alternatives include JFK, EWR and PHL. See the Alternatives section for a full comparison.
Click the 'Search Flights' button to check availability and prices on Google Flights. You can also compare airlines and schedules on this page to find the best option.
See the On-Time Performance section for the latest delay data at both airports. This shows departure and arrival reliability to help you plan.
Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta, George Bush Intercontinental and Orlando. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include New York (JFK), Newark (EWR) and Philadelphia (PHL).