Flying from Metropolitan Oakland International Airport (OAK) to Mexico City: what you need to know
Around 4 hours 40 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Metropolitan Oakland International Airport to Mexico City.
The timezone in Mexico City is UTC-6. The city is one hour ahead of Oakland, where Metropolitan Oakland International Airport is located.
With six flights a week between the two airports, Metropolitan Oakland International Airport (OAK) to Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) is the most popular route. Hop on Volaris's 21:17 flight to get your trip from OAK to MEX underway.
For a relaxed start to your OAK to Mexico City flight, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
If you're flying during a bank holiday or another peak period, give yourself extra time. A good general rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Lines at check-in and security will be longer.
Start your trip at OAK and fly nonstop to Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX). That will be your arrival point when searching for Metropolitan Oakland International Airport to Mexico City tickets.
Take to the skies with Volaris. This well-known airline offers direct flights from Metropolitan Oakland International Airport to Mexico City.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to take a break from travelling and perhaps even tick a new city off your list. When browsing for flight tickets from OAK to Mexico City, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Some popular options include:
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) (LAS)
Gen Mariano Escobedo Airport (MTY)
Travelling from central Oakland to OAK takes around 40 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 11 kilometres in 15 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want a hassle-free start to your holiday? Stay near OAK. Whether you're catching an early flight from Metropolitan Oakland International Airport to Mexico City or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are all about convenience:
83.61% of flights leaving Metropolitan Oakland International Airport reach their destination on schedule. With its solid on-time performance, you're unlikely to face delays when taking off from OAK.
You'll find OAK at 1 Airport Drive.
How to find the cheapest flights from Metropolitan Oakland International Airport (OAK) to Mexico City
ر.ق. 350 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Metropolitan Oakland International Airport to Mexico City flight. A round-trip flight ticket right now is ر.ق. 831. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Book one month before you want to travel. Pricing trends suggest that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from OAK to Mexico City.
Schedule your trip for May. That's the best month for landing an epic deal on Metropolitan Oakland International Airport to Mexico City tickets. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across every month.
There's no need to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment there's an updated deal for cheap flights from OAK to Mexico City.
Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Metropolitan Oakland International Airport to Mexico City by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest.'
Airports in Mexico City
Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
The distance from Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) to central Mexico City is roughly 8 kilometres. It'll take you about 25 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It typically takes 55 minutes when travelling by public transport.
Consider booking a hotel near MEX if you have a late flight from Metropolitan Oakland International Airport to Mexico City. Pick one of these accommodation options and make your first night all about catching up on rest:
Travel at your own pace with a Benito Juarez International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from INFINITY RENT, MEX or America and chase adventure across Mexico City and beyond.
To get the best deal, reserve your ride from Benito Juarez International Airport around four weeks ahead of your flight from OAK to Mexico City.
Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU)
The centre of Mexico City is located around 40 kilometres from Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU). After your flight from Metropolitan Oakland International Airport to Mexico City has hit the runway and you've made your way to arrivals, the drive should take about 55 minutes.
If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take about 1 hour 45 minutes.
Unpack your bag and relax not long after your OAK to Mexico City flight at Verticca Hotel. This comfortable accommodation option is a quick drive from NLU.
No time to waste? The fastest way to get to where you're going is with a Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport rental car. Collect a set of wheels from Europcar, MEX or Keddy By Europcar and get going in the blink of an eye.
Get exactly what you want. Booking your ride from NLU one week in advance often means lower prices and a bigger choice of vehicles.
Best time to go to Mexico City
Before you book your flights from Metropolitan Oakland International Airport to Mexico City, consider which time of year is best for you. High season in Mexico City offers a bustling atmosphere and plenty of things to do, while the low season means you'll get better hotel deals and smaller crowds.
When booking your Metropolitan Oakland International Airport to Mexico City flight ticket, think about the kind of weather you prefer. April is the warmest month in Mexico City, with temperatures ranging from 10ºC to 28ºC.
January has average temperatures of between 6ºC and 23ºC. Look for a cheap ticket from OAK to Mexico City around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Mexico City
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Mexico City right here. Browse these options as soon as you've locked in your flight from Metropolitan Oakland International Airport to Mexico City:
Chapultepec Park and Zocalo are a couple of big attractions to add to your Mexico City to-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at National Museum of Anthropology.
Explore more of Mexico
Guadalajara is just one of the many places in Mexico waiting to be explored after you've experienced Mexico City. Around 467 kilometres away to the west, well-known attractions include Teatro Degollado, Portales Tlaquepaque Park and Zoologico Guadalajara.
If you want to check out another major stop in Mexico, head for Puebla, roughly 105 kilometres south-east of Mexico City. Mirador de Los Fuertes, Cuexcomate and Street of Candies are among its highlights.
