Mexico City to Frankfurt am Main (MEX–FRA) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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MEX–FRA is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Lufthansa leads the route. The flight covers 5,935 miles in approximately 11h. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LH Lufthansa Also: LX, OS | 7 | 748 | 10h38 | – | – | LX, OS |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Frankfurt am Main from Mexico City
| Metric | MEX→FRA | NLU→FRA |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from MEX | – | 22 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 1 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 21 | 1 |
| Flight time | 11h | 10h 25m |
Travel Essentials
MEX: CST · FRA: CEST
When it's 6:00 PM in Mexico City, it's 2:00 AM (next day) in Frankfurt am Main.
Mexican passport holders enter Germany visa-free for up to 90 days within any 180-day period across the entire Schengen area. No advance application is needed. Passport must be valid for at least 3 months beyond your planned departure from the Schengen zone.
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.
S8/S9 S-Bahn to Frankfurt Hauptbahnhof (15 min, €5.65) departs from the basement of Terminal 1 Regional station. For long-distance travel to other German cities, the Fernbahnhof (separate building, connected by walkway) has direct ICE services; check if your train stops here before going into the city.Taxis from Terminal 1/2 to Frankfurt city centre cost €25–40. Rental car agencies are at both terminals. Terminal 2 is connected to Terminal 1 via the free SkyLine monorail; allow 5–10 minutes for the transfer. No airport supplement applies to Frankfurt public transit.
Continental climate with moderate continental influence. Winters are cold (−1 to 5°C) with periodic snow and ice. FRA handles de-icing well but heavy snowfall causes delays across the network. Fog along the Rhine Valley is a significant departure risk in November through January, sometimes persisting until midday.
Summers are warm (22–30°C) with afternoon thunderstorms that cause brief but sharp delays. Spring is mild and damp. Autumn offers the best settled weather. FRA is a major hub. Weather delays cascade through Lufthansa's global network.
MEX–FRA Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from MEX to FRA
Mexico City Benito Juárez International Airport (MEX) and Frankfurt Main Airport (FRA) are connected by nonstop service from Lufthansa. With 21 weekly departures, this is a well served route.
MEX to FRA Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from MEX to FRA is about 11 hours gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 5,935 miles (9,551 km). There are approximately 21 weekly flights outbound and 21 return, totaling 42 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Amsterdam, George Bush Intercontinental and Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Mexico City (NLU).