Mexico City to Dallas-Fort Worth (MEX–DFW) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
MEX–DFW is served by 6 airlines with nonstop service. American Airlines, Aeromexico and Finnair lead the route. The flight covers 939 miles in approximately 2h 44m. Beyond nonstop, 72 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AA American Airlines | 42 | 738, 7M8, B38M | 2h57-3h02 | – | Oneworld | – |
| AM Aeromexico | 7 | E90 | 2h47 | – | SkyTeam | – |
| AY Finnair | 7 | 738 | 2h57 | – | Oneworld | – |
| BA British Airways | 7 | 738 | 2h59 | – | Oneworld | – |
| F9 Frontier | 7 | 320 | 2h44 | – | – | – |
| Y4 Volaris | 7 | 32Q | 2h44 | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Dallas-Fort Worth from Mexico City
| Metric | MEX→DFW | NLU→DFW | QRO→DFW |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from MEX | – | 22 mi | 109 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 6 | 1 | 3 |
| Weekly flights | 77 | 3 | 37 |
| Flight time | 2h 44m | 2h 30m | 2h 28m |
Travel Essentials
MEX: CST · DFW: MDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Mexico City, it's 6:00 PM in Dallas-Fort Worth.
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.
DART Orange Line runs to downtown Dallas (50 min, $3). TEXRail reaches downtown Fort Worth in 55 minutes ($2.50). Taxis and ride-shares cost $25–45 to either city center.Rental car facilities are at the south end. All terminals connect via the free Skylink train; this is an airside-only connection, so you must clear security first to use it.
Hot continental climate. Summers are intensely hot (35–40°C) with little rain. Winters are mild (3–12°C) but ice storms hit 2–3 times per year, causing major airport disruptions.
Spring (March–May) brings severe thunderstorms and tornado risk that regularly ground flights. Fall is the best travel window with moderate temperatures and low storm frequency.
MEX–DFW Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from MEX to DFW
Mexico City Benito Juárez International Airport (MEX) and Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) are connected by nonstop service from American Airlines, Aeromexico, Finnair, British Airways, Frontier and Volaris. With 77 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
MEX to DFW Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from MEX to DFW ranges from 2 hours 44 minutes to 3 hours 2 minutes. The route covers a distance of 939 miles (1,510 km). There are approximately 77 weekly flights outbound and 77 return, totaling 154 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
72 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 6 hours via ICT. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Mexico City (NLU), Querétaro (QRO) and Morelia (MLM).