Philadelphia to Mexico City (PHL–MEX) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
PHL–MEX is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Aeromexico leads the route. The flight covers 1,998 miles in approximately 4h 55m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AM Aeromexico | 7 | B38M | 4h55 | SkyTeam | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Mexico City from Philadelphia
| Metric | PHL→MEX | EWR→MEX | TEB→MEX |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from PHL | – | 80 mi | 92 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 1 | 3 | 2 |
| Weekly flights | 7 | 28 | 1 |
| Flight time | 4h 55m | 4h 39m | 4h 28m |
| Departure OTP | 79% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
PHL: EDT · MEX: CST
When it's 6:00 PM in Philadelphia, it's 4:00 PM in Mexico City.
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.
SEPTA Airport Line rail runs from Center City Philadelphia (30th Street, Suburban, Jefferson, and Market East stations) to the airport in 25–30 minutes ($8 each way). Trains run every 30 minutes from about 5am to midnight. I-76 (Schuylkill Expressway) and I-95 are both frequently congested, making the train a consistent choice for anyone based near a SEPTA station.
Ride-shares from Center City cost $20–35 and take 20–40 minutes. Taxis are metered and slightly more.
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.
PHL–MEX Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from PHL to MEX
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) and Mexico City Benito Juárez International Airport (MEX) are connected by nonstop service from Aeromexico. With 7 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
PHL to MEX Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from PHL to MEX is about 4 hours 55 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 1,998 miles (3,215 km). There are approximately 7 weekly flights outbound and 7 return, totaling 14 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta, George Bush Intercontinental and Cancún. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Newark (EWR) and Teterboro (TEB).