Mexico City to Philadelphia (NLU–PHL) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
NLU–PHL is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Sun Country Airlines leads the route. The flight covers 1,979 miles in approximately 4h 30m. Beyond nonstop, 11 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SY Sun Country Airlines | 0 | – | – | – | – | – |
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Philadelphia from Mexico City
| Metric | NLU→PHL | MEX→PHL |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from NLU | – | 22 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 1 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 0 | 7 |
| Flight time | 4h 30m | 4h 55m |
Travel Essentials
NLU: CST · PHL: EDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Mexico City, it's 8:00 PM in Philadelphia.
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.
SEPTA Airport Line from the terminal to Center City takes 25–30 minutes ($8). Trains run every 30 minutes (5am to midnight) to 30th Street, Suburban, and Jefferson stations; all with connections to the subway and regional rail network. Buy tickets at platform machines.Taxis to Center City cost $28–35 (flat rate). Ride-shares to Center City run $22–35. For New York City, the Bolt Bus and Greyhound stop near 30th Street Station, or take NJ Transit to New York Penn Station (connecting from 30th Street). Amtrak also departs 30th Street Station for New York in 65 minutes.
Humid continental climate on the Delaware River. Winters (December–March) are cold (−2 to 5°C) with snow and ice. Philadelphia sits in the I-95 "snow corridor" and receives significant nor'easter snowfall several times per winter. PHL has solid de-icing capacity, but major storms cause multi-hour and multi-day disruptions.
Summers are hot and humid (28–34°C) with afternoon thunderstorms that cause frequent delays June through August. Spring and fall are transitional with variable conditions. Fog along the Delaware is occasional in fall and early winter mornings.
NLU–PHL Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from NLU to PHL
Felipe Ángeles International Airport (NLU) and Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) are connected by nonstop service from Sun Country Airlines.
NLU to PHL Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from NLU to PHL ranges from 4 hours 30 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,979 miles (3,185 km).
Connecting Options and Alternatives
11 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 6 hours via CVG. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Mexico City (MEX).