Mexico City to Mexicali (MEX–MXL) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
MEX–MXL is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. Aeromexico and Volaris lead the route. The flight covers 1,353 miles in approximately 3h 20m. Beyond nonstop, 7 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AM Aeromexico Also: AF | 14 | 7M8 | 3h40 | – | SkyTeam | AF |
| Y4 Volaris Also: CM | 7 | 321 | 3h20 | – | – | CM |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Mexicali from Mexico City
| Metric | MEX→MXL | MLM→MXL | BJX→MXL |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from MEX | – | 130 mi | 190 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 28 | 3 | 2 |
| Flight time | 3h 20m | 3h 1m | 2h 51m |
Travel Essentials
MEX: CST · MXL: PDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Mexico City, it's 5:00 PM in Mexicali.
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–MXL Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from MEX to MXL
Mexico City Benito Juárez International Airport (MEX) and General Rodolfo Sánchez Taboada International Airport (MXL) are connected by nonstop service from Aeromexico and Volaris. With 28 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
MEX to MXL Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from MEX to MXL ranges from 3 hours 20 minutes to 3 hours 40 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,353 miles (2,177 km). There are approximately 28 weekly flights outbound and 32 return, totaling 60 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
7 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 8 hours via CUL. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Morelia (MLM) and Silao (BJX).