Travelling from Seoul to Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX): What you need to know
There are two main airports to jet off from in Seoul. Explore your options departing from Incheon International Airport (ICN) or Gimpo International Airport (GMP) when organising your flight from Seoul to Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX).
The average duration of a direct Seoul to Benito Juarez International Airport flight is 14 hours.
Mexico City is 15 hours behind Seoul. Benito Juarez International Airport is located in Mexico City, which follows the UTC-6 timezone.
Incheon International Airport (ICN) to Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) is the busiest route, with 7 direct services each week. You can get from ICN to MEX on Aeromexico's 11:30am flight.
Your flight from Seoul to MEX won't wait if you're late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
Longer lines at check-in and security are likely if you're travelling during high season, so give yourself some extra breathing room. The recommendation for peak periods? Get there up to four hours early for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in Seoul
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
Reach your destination without the detour from Incheon International Airport (ICN). Direct flights from Seoul to Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) operate from here.
When jetting out of ICN, you can catch a direct flight from Seoul to Benito Juarez International Airport with Aeromexico.
The majority of passengers choose to fly with Aeromexico from ICN to MEX.
Aeromexico leads the way in punctuality. A reliable 83.33% of its departures on this route arrive as planned.
Think about adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Seoul to MEX. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Incheon International Airport (ICN). Break up your trip (and maybe get a better deal) by stopping at one of these popular airports:
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
ICN is about 48 kilometres from the centre of Seoul. To help you work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This useful travel app will show you the best route and your public transport options.
Planning to catch an early flight from Seoul to Benito Juarez International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a few extra z's) by picking one of these hotels near Incheon International Airport:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Incheon International Airport, data shows 54.5% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
Gimpo International Airport (GMP)
The distance from Seoul's city centre to GMP is around 16 kilometres. Consider transport options and possible delays when working out the fastest route to the airport.
Catching the earliest flight? Think about staying at one of these hotels near Gimpo International Airport the day before your Seoul to MEX flight:
Gimpo International Airport has an on-time performance of 75.94%. This figure highlights how frequently flights that take off from this airport make it to their destination on schedule.
About Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Seoul to Benito Juarez International Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near MEX instead:
Hit the road running by picking up a Benito Juarez International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from INFINITY RENT, MEX or America to explore Mexico City and beyond.
Get the best deal by booking your vehicle around four weeks ahead of your Seoul to Benito Juarez International Airport flight.
Getting from Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) to central Mexico City
Central Mexico City is roughly 6 kilometres from Benito Juarez International Airport. Travel times by cab or car hire will vary depending on time of day and traffic conditions, so do a little research before your trip.
Travelling on public transport takes around 55 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Seoul to Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
ر.ق. 1,518 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Seoul to Benito Juarez International Airport. A return flight starts from ر.ق. 2,846. These prices can change based on demand and availability.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Seoul to MEX. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the cheapest price in every month when searching for your Seoul to Benito Juarez International Airport ticket.
Locking in a cheap flight ticket from Seoul to MEX is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you as soon as prices go down.
Find a cheap flight from Seoul to Benito Juarez International Airport by using filters. Select your preferred duration, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from Seoul to Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
July is when most people book flights from Seoul to Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX). Plan your visit to Mexico City in April for a more laid-back experience.
Book a Seoul to MEX flight ticket departing in April if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Mexico City to range from 10ºC to 28ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from Seoul to Benito Juarez International Airport in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 6ºC and 23ºC.
More about Mexico City
Start your Mexico City trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Seoul to Benito Juarez International Airport, browse our selection of accommodation options including:
You'll find loads of awesome things to do in Mexico City when you're in the mood to sightsee. Kick off your exploring at Historic Centre (Centro Historico) followed by Zócalo and Basilica of Our Lady of Guadalupe.
Explore more of Mexico
Puebla is just one of the many places in Mexico waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Mexico City. Around 105 kilometres away to the south-east, check out popular attractions including Temple of Our Lady of Guadalupe, Zócalo de Puebla and Centro Histórico de Puebla.
If you're ready to explore another major destination in Mexico, head for Morelia, roughly 225 kilometres west of Mexico City. Letras Morelia Catedral, Templo de Nuestra Señora de Guadalupe. And Palacio Municipal de Morelia are among its highlights.
