Mexico City to Miami (NLU–MIA) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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No scheduled airline flights on this route — it's flown by charter / private operators (). No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.

✦ 1-Stop connections via 10 hubs
MID Mérida 5h 2m VBY4 AATSUVB Mérida (MID) to Miami flights
CUN Cancún 5h 20m CMVBY4 AABAIB Cancún (CUN) to Miami flights
HAV Havana 6h 16m VB AABBQDL Havana (HAV) to Miami flights
IAH Houston 6h 30m EKTK AAATAV Houston (IAH) to Miami flights
GDL Guadalajara 6h 35m ACAFAM F9Y4 Guadalajara (GDL) to Miami flights
MTY Monterrey 6h 45m LHVB AAIBQR Monterrey (MTY) to Miami flights
TQO Tulum 7h 23m VB AA Tulum (TQO) to Miami flights
PUJ Punta Cana 8h 26m DM AADMDO Punta Cana (PUJ) to Miami flights
PTY Tocumen 8h 49m M7 AACMIB Tocumen (PTY) to Miami flights
BOG Bogota 9h 27m AVM7VB 2I5YAA Bogota (BOG) to Miami flights
1-STOP More options, longer trips
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Mexico City to Miami
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
1,263 mi 3h nonstop +2h ahead

While no nonstop service exists between NLU and MIA, 1-stop connecting options are available.

Connection Landscape

1-stop and 2-stop options for NLU to MIA.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
18
Hubs
~5h
Fastest
~35h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
778
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
NLU → MIA
62%
Moderate delays possible. Allow buffer time.
Arriving
62%
Return
MIA → NLU
72%
Moderate delays possible. Allow buffer time.
Departing
72%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. MIA delays →

Other ways to reach Miami from Mexico City

Nearby airports with service to Miami International Airport.
Metric NLU→MIA MEX→MIA TLC→MIA
Distance from NLU 22 mi 46 mi
Nonstop airlines 8 2
Weekly flights 119
Flight time 3h 3h 11m 2h 48m
Airports within 200 miles of NLU with service to Miami International Airport.

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
+2h
Miami is 2 hours ahead of Mexico City.
NLU: CST · MIA: EDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Mexico City, it's 8:00 PM in Miami.
Distance & Flight Time
1,263 mi / 2,032 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 3h 0m gate to gate.
Visa & Entry

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.

Getting from MIA

Metrorail Orange Line connects to downtown Miami and Dadeland (15–30 min, $2.25). The MIA Mover links the terminal to the rental car center and Metrorail station; free. Taxis to Miami Beach cost $35–40 (flat rate).Ride-shares are typically $20–30 to South Beach. For Fort Lauderdale, Tri-Rail runs from the airport station ($3.75, 60–70 min).

Miami Climate

Tropical climate with year-round warm temperatures (20–33°C). Wet season runs June through October with daily afternoon thunderstorms and hurricane risk. Flights are most disruption-prone during this period.

Dry season (November–April) is peak tourist season with lower humidity. Winter temperatures rarely drop below 15°C. UV is strong year-round.

NLU–MIA Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Mexico City to Miami route.
Route details
Distance1,263 mi / 2,032 km
Flight time3h
Time difference+2 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
1-stop connectionsAvailable
Origin: NLU
IATA / ICAONLU / MMSM
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Passengers/yr6.3M
Elevation7,369 ft / 2,246 m
Destination: MIA
IATA / ICAOMIA / KMIA
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
Passengers/yr55.9M
Elevation8 ft / 2 m

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about NLU to MIA flights.
Nonstop flights from Felipe Ángeles International Airport to Miami International Airport take about 3h gate to gate. The route covers 1,263 miles.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available, ranked by layover time. Common connecting points include Manuel Crescencio Rejón, Cancún and José Martí.
Miami is 2 hours ahead of Mexico City.
Yes, return flights from MIA to NLU are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Nearby alternatives include MEX, TLC and VER. See the Alternatives section for a full comparison.
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 NLU to MIA

Felipe Ángeles International Airport (NLU) and Miami International Airport (MIA) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.

NLU to MIA Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from NLU to MIA is about 3 hours gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 1,263 miles (2,032 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Manuel Crescencio Rejón, Cancún and José Martí. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Mexico City (MEX), Toluca (TLC) and Veracruz (VER).