Traveling from Mexico City to Hong Kong International Airport (HKG): What you need to know
Mexico City is home to two main airports where you can start your adventure. Explore your options for booking a flight from Mexico City to Hong Kong International Airport (HKG) taking off from Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) or Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU).
Hong Kong International Airport is located in Hong Kong. The city runs on the UTC+8 timezone and is 14 hours ahead of Mexico City.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your flight from Mexico City to HKG.
Peak travel periods mean busier airports, so plan to arrive even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for an international journey to keep to your schedule.
Airports in Mexico City
Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
We make it a piece of cake to book cheap flights from Mexico City to HKG with a stopover. To explore all your options leaving from Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Major stopovers between MEX and HKG include:
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
MEX is about 5 miles from central Mexico City. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the center, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be around 55 minutes.
Want a hassle-free start to your travels? Stay near Benito Juarez International Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Mexico City to Hong Kong International Airport or prefer not to feel hurried, these hotels are just the thing:
80.91% of flights leaving Benito Juarez International Airport touch down at their destination on schedule. With its impressive on-time stats, disruptions are unlikely when flying out of MEX.
Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU)
NLU is about 25 miles from central Mexico City. It takes 55 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city center. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 45 minutes.
Unwind before your Mexico City to HKG flight at a hotel close to Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport. Verticca Hotel is one option where you can jump out of bed and get to the airport with time to spare.
Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport has an on-time performance rate of 67.58%. This figure sheds light on how frequently flights departing from this airport land on schedule.
About Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
Have a late flight from Mexico City to Hong Kong International Airport? Don't let your travel day stretch into tomorrow. Check in to one of these hotels near HKG and give yourself a well-earned lights-out:
You'll find HKG at 1 Cheong Hong Rd.
Getting from Hong Kong International Airport (HKG) to central Hong Kong
Hong Kong International Airport to central Hong Kong is around 15 miles. If you're getting a cab or renting a car, do a little research to make your trip as smooth as possible. Journey times can vary depending on the time of day and traffic conditions.
When traveling on public transport, expect a journey of roughly 45 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Mexico City to Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
$480 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Mexico City to Hong Kong International Airport. Return flights start at $885. These prices may change based on demand.
Booking in advance is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Mexico City to HKG. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely pay.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest Mexico City to Hong Kong International Airport tickets across the month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your plans are flexible.
Save time searching for cheap plane tickets from Mexico City to HKG by creating a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Tailor your flights using filters. Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Mexico City to Hong Kong International Airport.
The best time to fly from Mexico City to Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
Think about the kind of experience you want when planning your trip dates. April is the quietest month to visit Hong Kong. August is when most people book flights from Mexico City to Hong Kong International Airport (HKG), which may be ideal if you're after more excitement.
Lock in a Mexico City to HKG plane ticket departing in August if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Hong Kong to range from 79ºF to 90ºF.
January has temperatures of between 52ºF and 68ºF. Search for cheap tickets from Mexico City to Hong Kong International Airport around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Hong Kong
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Hong Kong right here. Browse these hotels once you've locked in your flight from Mexico City to Hong Kong International Airport:
Hong Kong Island and Victoria Harbour are just the start of the major attractions to put on your Hong Kong travel itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Victoria Peak.
Explore more of China
Guangzhou is just one of the many cities in China waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Hong Kong. Around 70 miles away to the north-west, popular attractions include 珠江夜景, Yuyuan Garden and Shamian Island.
Shantou is another standout destination in China and is around 190 miles north-east of Hong Kong. No journey is complete without dropping by Shantou Old Town, Beishan Bay and Longhu Beach Tourist Resort.
