Minneapolis to Mexico City (MSP–MEX) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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  Flight Airline AC Dep Arr Dur OTP Sched  
AM3413
AM Aeromexi
319
9:05 AM
CDT T1
1:40 PM
CST
4h 35m
M T W T F S S
Prices
DL611
DL Delta
319
10:06 AM
CDT T1
12:47 PM
CST
3h 41m
M T W T F S S
Prices
AM3412
AM Aeromexi
319
2:50 PM
CST T2
7:00 PM
CDT
4h 10m
M T W T F S S
Prices
DL605
DL Delta
319
3:13 PM
CST T2
9:02 PM
CDT
4h 49m
M T W T F S S
Prices

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Minneapolis to Mexico City
2 carriers, 14 flights/week nonstop.
2 Airlines 14 Flights/wk 1,790 mi 3h 41m nonstop -1h behind 42 1-stop hubs

MSP–MEX is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. Aeromexico and Delta Air Lines lead the route. The flight covers 1,790 miles in approximately 3h 41m. Beyond nonstop, 42 hubs offer 1-stop connections.

Airline Landscape

All carriers operating nonstop MSP–MEX service, compared side by side.
Airline Freq/wk Aircraft Duration Dep OTP Alliance Codeshares
AM Aeromexico 7 319 4h35 69% SkyTeam
DL Delta Air Lines 7 319 3h41 69% SkyTeam
Aircraft on this route
319 Airbus A319 – AM, DL
Alliance coverage
SkyTeam: AM + DL (14 flights/wk, 100%)
OTP based on airport-level delay snapshots. Duration ranges reflect seasonal/directional variation.

Weekly Schedule Pattern

Nonstop flight frequency by day of week, MSP to MEX direction.
Mon
2
flights
Tue
2
flights
Wed
2
flights
Thu
2
flights
Fri
2
flights
Sat
2
flights
Sun
2
flights
Departure time distribution
12 AM6 AM12 PM6 PM12 AM
Morning departures
Afternoon/evening departures
2
Nonstop flights
14
Outbound / wk
14
Return / wk

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for MSP to MEX.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
42
Hubs
~6h
Fastest
~49h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
3,063
Candidates
Two-stop connections loaded in the connections tab above.
Connections computed from published schedules with minimum connection time verification. Use the interactive explorer above the fold to filter by airline, tier, and layover time.

On-Time Performance

What to expect at each end of your journey.
Outbound
MSP → MEX
69%
Moderate delays possible. Allow buffer time.
Departing
69%
Return
MEX → MSP
95%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Arriving
95%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. MSP delays →

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
-1h
Mexico City is 1 hour behind Minneapolis.
MSP: CDT · MEX: CST

When it's 6:00 PM in Minneapolis, it's 5:00 PM in Mexico City.
Distance & Flight Time
1,790 mi / 2,880 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 3h 41m to 4h 35m.
Visa & Entry

US citizens enter Mexico visa-free for up to 180 days for tourism. Complete the immigration form (FMM) online or on arrival; the online version speeds up processing. Passport must be valid for the duration of stay.

Duty-free allowances: USD 500 in goods. Mexico prohibits importing certain foods and medications without documentation. Declare cash over USD 10,000.

Getting to MSP

Metro Blue Line light rail runs from downtown Minneapolis (Warehouse District/Hennepin station) to T1-Lindbergh in 25–28 minutes ($2.50). The line also connects the Mall of America (Bloomington) in 13 minutes to the same station. T2-Humphrey (primarily Sun Country and charter flights) requires a free shuttle from T1 or a direct Blue Line stop at the Terminal 2-Humphrey station.Taxis and ride-hails from downtown Minneapolis cost $25–40 and take 15–30 minutes. The airport is conveniently close to both downtowns; St. Paul is 10–15 minutes by car.

Getting from MEX

Use only authorized airport taxis (purchase vouchers at official booths inside arrivals; do not take street taxis outside). Rates are zone-based: Centro/Zócalo MXN$180–250, Polanco MXN$250–320, Santa Fe MXN$350–450. Uber is not permitted for airport pickup at T1 (walk to street level at T2 to use Uber).Metrobús Line 4 to Buenavista (Metro hub) takes 30–40 min (MXN$12); a solid budget option. Metro Line 5 serves Terminal Aérea (T1). ADO buses depart from T1 to Puebla, Querétaro, and other cities. A second airport (AIFA, NLU) exists northeast of the city; confirm which airport your flight uses.

Mexico City Climate

High-altitude subtropical climate at 2,240m. Temperatures are mild year-round (7–22°C) with little seasonal variation, no extreme heat or cold. The rainy season (May–October) brings daily afternoon thunderstorms, typically between 3–7pm, which frequently cause delays and can be intense. Hail is possible.

Dry season (November–April) offers the most reliable flying conditions. The airport's elevation means aircraft have reduced performance on hot days. Dense morning smog is common in winter inversions and occasionally reduces visibility. Earthquake risk (significant for Mexico City) has no direct flight impact but is worth knowing.

MSP–MEX Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Minneapolis to Mexico City route.
Route details
Distance1,790 mi / 2,880 km
Flight time3h 41m to 4h 35m
Time difference-1 hour
Airlines (nonstop)2
Weekly flights14 out / 14 return
1-stop connections42 hubs
Origin: MSP
IATA / ICAOMSP / KMSP
TimezoneAmerica/Menominee
Passengers/yr36.1M
Elevation841 ft / 256 m
Destination: MEX
IATA / ICAOMEX / MMMX
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Passengers/yr45.4M
Elevation7,316 ft / 2,230 m

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about MSP to MEX flights.
Nonstop flights from Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport / Wold–Chamberlain Field to Mexico City Benito Juárez International Airport take approximately 3h 41m to 4h 35m. The route covers 1,790 miles.
2 airlines operate nonstop service: Aeromexico and Delta Air Lines.
There are approximately 14 nonstop flights per week from MSP to MEX. The return direction has about 14 weekly flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through QRO, SMF, AUS, SJO, CZM, IAD, PUJ, SJD, SAT, YVR, CUN, DFW, MIA, MZT, IAH, PHX, LAX, ORD, CLT, ATL, MCO, RDU, PVR, YYZ, SFO, DTW, TPA, PHL, JFK, DEN, EWR, SLC, SEA, LAS, YUL, LHR, BOS, ZIH, CDG, YYC, AMS and ICN. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Mexico City is 1 hour behind Minneapolis.
Yes, return flights from MEX to MSP are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Click the 'Search Flights' button to check availability and prices on Google Flights. You can also compare airlines and schedules on this page to find the best option.
See the On-Time Performance section for the latest delay data at both airports. This shows departure and arrival reliability to help you plan.
Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Flights from MSP to MEX

Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport / Wold–Chamberlain Field (MSP) and Mexico City Benito Juárez International Airport (MEX) are connected by nonstop service from Aeromexico and Delta Air Lines. With 14 weekly departures, this is a well served route.

MSP to MEX Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from MSP to MEX ranges from 3 hours 41 minutes to 4 hours 35 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,790 miles (2,880 km). There are approximately 14 weekly flights outbound and 14 return, totaling 28 flights per week in both directions.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

42 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 6 hours via QRO. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.