Cheap flights from New York to Mexico City
One-way fares from $181, found recently by travellers. Plus what 5 days in Mexico City costs once you land.
Cheapest dates we found
- 26 Jan2027LGA → NLUF9 · 3 stops · 10h 33m$181one way
- 21 Oct2026JFK → NLUVB · 1 stop · 6h 28m$183one way
- 18 Nov2026SWF → NLUMX · 2 stops · 7h 51m$196one way
- 10 Nov2026JFK → NLUVB · 1 stop · 6h 30m$198one way
- 13 Nov2026EWR → MEXF9 · 2 stops · 7h 19m$202one way
- 7 Nov2026JFK → NLUB6 · 3 stops · 10h 31m$219one way
- 25 Jan2027EWR → NLUDM · 1 stop · 9h 21m$220one way
- 30 Oct2026JFK → MEXB6 · 3 stops · 10h 10m$231one way
One-way economy prices travellers found on Aviasales in the last few days. They change often, so open a fare to see today's price.
Lowest fare by month
Lowest one-way fare seen for each month. Months with no price had no recent searches.
Airlines on this route
Recent cheap fares were with F9, VB, MX, B6, DM. Low-cost airlines often charge extra for checked bags and seats, so compare the full price.
When to go to Mexico City
March to May (dry and warm) and October to November. The rainy season is June to September, usually in the afternoons.
Money-saving tips for Mexico City
- The metro is very cheap; avoid it at rush hour, and use Uber or DiDi at night.
- Tacos from busy street stands and fondas' comida corrida set lunches are great value.
- Many museums are free on Sundays for Mexican residents; check the rules for visitors.
Questions
How much is a flight from New York to Mexico City?
The cheapest one-way fare we found recently was $181 with F9 on 26 Jan 2027. Most of the fares we saw were between $181 and $231 one way. Prices change daily, so open the fare to see today's price.
How long is the flight from New York to Mexico City?
The quickest flight in our recent results took 6h 28m with 1 stop.
Are there direct flights from New York to Mexico City?
The cheapest fares we found all had at least one stop. Non-stop flights may exist at higher prices, so check the flight search.
What is the cheapest month to fly from New York to Mexico City?
In our recent results, January had the lowest fare ($181 one way). This is based on prices other travellers found, not a forecast.
How much money do I need for 5 days in Mexico City?
About $175 for one backpacker, or $950 for two people travelling mid-range (hotel, food, transport and sights, flights not included). Add about $362 per person for a return flight from New York.
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