Travelling from Mexico City to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST): what you need to know
Start your travel planning by considering where you'll board your flight from Mexico City to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST). Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) and Santa Lucia Air Force Base (NLU) are Mexico City's main airports.
The timezone in Istanbul is UTC+3, which is 9 hours ahead of Mexico City. Istanbul Ataturk Airport is located in Istanbul.
To ensure you get on your flight from Mexico City to IST, allow plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Travelling over a peak time such as July? Major public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues and delays at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Mexico City
Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to take a break from travelling — and perhaps even explore a different city. When searching for flights from Mexico City to IST departing from Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Consider one of these popular options:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
From central Mexico City, MEX is around 8 kilometres away. Use navigation apps or visit the official airport website to work out the best way to get there.
After a relaxed start to your travels? Stay near Benito Juarez International Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Mexico City to Istanbul Ataturk Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Santa Lucia Air Force Base (NLU)
Visit family or friends or just take a moment to freshen up with a stopover. If you'd like to split up your flight from Mexico City to Istanbul Ataturk Airport, browse these options when taking off from Santa Lucia Air Force Base:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Mexico City to NLU in around 1 hour and 46 minutes. The airport is roughly 40 kilometres away, and making the journey by car takes approximately 55 minutes.
You're off on holiday, so why not book an extra night away at a hotel close to Santa Lucia Air Force Base? Before your flight from Mexico City to IST, consider staying at Verticca Hotel.
About Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Reserve a hotel near IST if you're taking a late flight from Mexico City to Istanbul Ataturk Airport. Select one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to central Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport to central Istanbul takes around 50 minutes in a car. It's approximately 48 kilometres away. Find out what options are available, such as car rentals, cabs or ride-sharing services.
It takes roughly 1 hour and 45 minutes to get there by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Mexico City to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Book a one-way ticket from Mexico City to Istanbul Ataturk Airport from ₹ 31,662 or travel return from just ₹ 78,026. Prices are accurate at the time of listing and may change based on availability when you book.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to get flight tickets from Mexico City to IST if you book ahead. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird rates.
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The best time to fly from Mexico City to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
August is the busiest month to hop on a flight from Mexico City to Istanbul Ataturk Airport while February is the quietest. To work out the best time to visit Istanbul, consider the pace you like to travel at.
The warmest month in Istanbul is August, with the temperature ranging between 20ºC and 30ºC. Lock in your flights from Mexico City to IST in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Visit in January for cooler conditions. Temperatures average between 2ºC and 11ºC. However, this city delivers on a good time whenever you book your cheap flights from Mexico City to Istanbul Ataturk Airport.
More about Istanbul
Start your Istanbul trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Mexico City to Istanbul Ataturk Airport, browse our range of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be tricky to know where to begin. Topkapi Palace, The Basilica Cistern and Galata Tower are popular attractions which should be on any good Istanbul itinerary.
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