Travelling from Mexico City to Tucson International Airport (TUS): What you need to know
Mexico City is home to two main airports that set the stage for your next getaway. Explore your options for booking a flight from Mexico City to Tucson International Airport (TUS) heading out from Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) or Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU).
The timezone in Tucson is UTC-7, which is one hour behind Mexico City. Tucson International Airport is located in Tucson.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Mexico City to TUS. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the mad dash to your gate.
If you're taking off during a major holiday or other peak period, give yourself extra time. Get there two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Security and check-in lines will be longer.
Airports in Mexico City
Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your journey and possibly even explore a different city. When searching for cheap flights from Mexico City to TUS leaving from Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to get ideas for where to visit along the way. Here's where you could connect through:
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
Travelling from central Mexico City to MEX takes about 55 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 8 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want a hassle-free start to your journey? Stay near Benito Juarez International Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Mexico City to Tucson International Airport or prefer not to rush, these hotels are the ideal choice:
Benito Juarez International Airport scores high marks for its on-time performance. 80.91% of flights that take off from MEX land on time.
Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Mexico City to NLU in around 1 hour 45 minutes. The airport is roughly 40 kilometres away, and making the journey by car takes approximately 55 minutes.
Getting everyone to the airport on time before your Mexico City to TUS flight is easier when you stay near Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport. If you have an early departure, Verticca Hotel will have you a quick ride from check-in.
As far as flight punctuality goes, Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 67.58%.
About Tucson International Airport (TUS)
Consider booking a hotel close to TUS if you have a late flight from Mexico City to Tucson International Airport. Pick one of these options and be in bed in no time flat:
Grab a Tucson International Airport rental car and explore Tucson and beyond with your own wheels. Dollar, Hertz and Budget are popular outlets to choose from here.
Lock in the best deal by booking your vehicle around three weeks ahead of your Mexico City to Tucson International Airport flight.
The address for TUS is 7005 South Plumer Ave..
Getting from Tucson International Airport (TUS) to central Tucson
Tucson International Airport is around 21 kilometres from central Tucson. It takes around 20 minutes or so to drive to the city.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 3 hours 5 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Mexico City to Tucson International Airport (TUS)
At the moment, ر.ق. 1,426 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Mexico City to Tucson International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is ر.ق. 2,083. Keep in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Mexico City to TUS. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
Affordable Mexico City to Tucson International Airport tickets are easier to find when you have flexibility in your schedule. Try using the 'Whole month' tool to compare fares across every month and then pick the cheapest day.
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Filters make it easier to dig up a deal for your flight from Mexico City to Tucson International Airport. Pick the flight times, carriers and stops that look good to you. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to find the best price quickly.
The best time to fly from Mexico City to Tucson International Airport (TUS)
May is the quietest month for flights from Mexico City to Tucson International Airport (TUS), while October is the busiest. Find the best time to go to Tucson based on whether you want a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
Book a Mexico City to TUS flight ticket departing in June if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Tucson to range from 19ºC to 38ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from Mexico City to Tucson International Airport in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 2ºC and 20ºC.
More about Tucson
Start your Tucson trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Mexico City to Tucson International Airport, check out our selection of accommodation options including:
Saguaro National Park East Unit and Airplane Boneyard are just two of the top attractions to add to your Tucson itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to National Parks Conservation.
Explore more of the United States
You've visited Tucson, now it's time to discover other corners of the United States. Travel around 177 kilometres north-west to Phoenix to check off its must-visit sights. From Camelback Mountain to Cholla Trailhead Camelback Mountain and Yayoi Kusama Fireflies Infinity Mirror Room, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Mesa is another standout destination in the United States and is around 161 kilometres north-west of Tucson. No journey is complete without experiencing Mesa Arts Centre, Commemorative Air Force Museum and Arizona Museum of Natural History.
