Mexico City to Denver (MEX–DEN) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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MEX–DEN is served by 3 airlines with nonstop service. Aeromexico, United Airlines and Volaris lead the route. The flight covers 1,450 miles in approximately 3h 44m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AM Aeromexico | 7 | 7M9 | 3h57 | – | SkyTeam | – |
| UA United Airlines | 7 | 7M8 | 3h49 | – | Star Alliance | – |
| Y4 Volaris Also: F9 | 7 | A21N | 3h39 | – | – | F9 |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Denver from Mexico City
| Metric | MEX→DEN | TLC→DEN | QRO→DEN |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from MEX | – | 33 mi | 109 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 3 | 1 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 28 | – | 2 |
| Flight time | 3h 44m | 3h 11m | 3h 25m |
Travel Essentials
MEX: CST · DEN: MDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Mexico City, it's 6:00 PM in Denver.
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.
RTD A Line runs to Denver Union Station (37 min, $10.50) with connections to light rail and bus routes. Taxis have meters; expect $55–65 to downtown.DEN's tent-roof Jeppesen Terminal is a single building; all three concourses connect via the underground automated train. Rental cars are on level 5. For ski resorts, shuttle services depart from Ground Transportation.
Semi-arid with 300+ days of sunshine. Summers are dry and warm (27–34°C) with afternoon thunderstorms that produce dramatic but brief delays. Winters bring cold temperatures (−8 to 5°C) and heavy blizzards that can shut down ground operations.
Spring snowstorms can be heavier than midwinter ones. Altitude (5,430 ft) means low humidity year-round; stay hydrated.
MEX–DEN Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from MEX to DEN
Mexico City Benito Juárez International Airport (MEX) and Denver International Airport (DEN) are connected by nonstop service from Aeromexico, United Airlines and Volaris. With 28 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
MEX to DEN Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from MEX to DEN is about 3 hours 44 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 1,450 miles (2,333 km). There are approximately 28 weekly flights outbound and 33 return, totaling 61 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via San Antonio, Monterrey and George Bush Intercontinental. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Toluca (TLC) and Querétaro (QRO).