Oaxaca to Mexico City (OAX–MEX) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
OAX–MEX is served by 3 airlines with nonstop service. Aeromexico, Viva and Volaris lead the route. The flight covers 228 miles in approximately 1h 10m. Beyond nonstop, 10 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AM Aeromexico Also: AF, UX, WS | 41 | E90 | 1h13-1h22 | – | SkyTeam | AF, UX, WS |
| VB Viva Also: AV | 7 | 321 | 1h10 | – | – | AV |
| Y4 Volaris Also: CM | 7 | 32N | 1h11 | – | – | CM |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Mexico City from Oaxaca
| Metric | OAX→MEX | PXM→MEX | HUX→MEX |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from OAX | – | 81 mi | 90 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 3 | 7 | 7 |
| Weekly flights | 119 | 56 | 70 |
| Flight time | 1h 10m | 1h 20m | 1h 20m |
Travel Essentials
OAX: CST · MEX: CST
When it's 6:00 PM in Oaxaca, it's 6:00 PM in Mexico City.
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.
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.
OAX–MEX Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from OAX to MEX
Xoxocotlán International Airport (OAX) and Mexico City Benito Juárez International Airport (MEX) are connected by nonstop service from Aeromexico, Viva and Volaris. With 119 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
OAX to MEX Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from OAX to MEX ranges from 1 hours 10 minutes to 1 hours 22 minutes. The route covers a distance of 228 miles (367 km). There are approximately 119 weekly flights outbound and 108 return, totaling 227 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
10 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 3 hours via VER. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Puerto Escondido (PXM), Huatulco (HUX) and Veracruz (VER).