Mexico City to Cincinnati / Covington (MEX–CVG) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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MEX–CVG is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. United Airlines and Viva lead the route. The flight covers 1,605 miles in approximately 5h 2m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UA United Airlines | 1 | – | 5h02 | – | Star Alliance | – |
| VB Viva | 0 | – | – | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Cincinnati / Covington from Mexico City
| Metric | MEX→CVG | NLU→CVG | QRO→CVG |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from MEX | – | 22 mi | 109 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 1 | 5 | 5 |
| Flight time | 5h 2m | 2h 50m | 2h 40m |
Travel Essentials
MEX: CST · CVG: EDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Mexico City, it's 8:00 PM in Cincinnati / Covington.
Mexican passport holders need a B1/B2 visa to enter the United States. The visa is obtained through a US embassy or consulate and requires an in-person interview. B1/B2 visas are typically issued for 10 years with stays of up to 6 months per entry.
For land crossings within the border zone, a Border Crossing Card (BCC) is an alternative. The BCC costs USD 185 and is valid for 10 years. It allows entry up to 25 miles from the border in Texas and California, or 55 miles in New Mexico and Arizona. Travel by air or beyond the border zone requires a full B1/B2 visa with a valid passport.
Mexico City Metro Line B runs from Buenavista station to Pantitlán, then transfer to Line 5 to Terminal Aérea (Terminal 1); total about 45–60 minutes (MXN$7). Metrobús Line 4 connects Buenavista to the airport more directly (MXN$12, 30–40 min). Both are safe and reliable for travelers with minimal luggage.Authorized airport taxis (Taxi Ejecutivo or TICO) must be purchased inside the terminal; do not take street taxis. Rates to the Zona Rosa/Centro are MXN$200–300. Uber is permitted from city to airport. The airport is just 5km from the Zócalo but traffic can make the journey 30–60 minutes.
MEX–CVG Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from MEX to CVG
Mexico City Benito Juárez International Airport (MEX) and Cincinnati Northern Kentucky International Airport (CVG) are connected by nonstop service from United Airlines and Viva. With 1 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
MEX to CVG Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from MEX to CVG is about 5 hours 2 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 1,605 miles (2,582 km).
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via George Bush Intercontinental, Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta and Dallas Fort Worth. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Mexico City (NLU) and Querétaro (QRO).