Travelling from Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) to Mexico City: what you need to know
Expect to be travelling for 10 hours 57 minutes. On average, that's the time it takes for a direct flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Mexico City.
The timezone in Mexico City is UTC-6. The city is 7 hours behind Barcelona, where Barcelona-El Prat Airport is located.
With 10 flights a week between the two airports, Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) to Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) is the most popular route. Emirates operates the earliest flight at 10:10. If you're eager to get more out of your day before you fly, the last departure from BCN to MEX is with Emirates at 10:50.
To ensure you get on your flight from BCN to Mexico City, allow plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
During popular months like July, it's wise to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
Direct flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) to Mexico City are available for booking. Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) is where you'll be landing.
Take to the skies with Emirates. This well-known airline operates direct flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Mexico City.
We make it simple to book a flight from BCN to Mexico City with a stopover. To see all the options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Some popular stopovers include:
El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
Cancun International Airport (CUN)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS)
You can travel to Mexico for tourism purposes without a visa if you hold a passport from Spain. But before booking your cheap tickets from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Mexico City, make sure you have the latest information. Visa rules are subject to change, and you may require some documentation if your trip is for work or other reasons.
The journey from central Barcelona to BCN takes around 33 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 18 kilometres in 24 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
After a leisurely start to your journey? Stay near BCN. Whether you've booked an early flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Mexico City or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are perfect:
How to find the cheapest flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) to Mexico City
RM1,383 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Mexico City. For a return flight on this route, the best price is RM3,122. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares may change.
Book 9 months before flying. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from BCN to Mexico City.
The cheapest month for tickets from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Mexico City is May. Compare prices using the 'Whole month' tool and choose the date that offers the best deal.
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Airports in Mexico City
Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) is around 8 kilometres from the centre of Mexico City. With a car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is around 24 minutes.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of about 57 minutes.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Mexico City. Book one of these accommodation options near MEX instead:
Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU)
Once your flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Mexico City has hit the tarmac, you can get to the city centre in around 55 minutes by car. Central Mexico City is approximately 40 kilometres from Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU).
You can expect the trip to take about 1 hour and 46 minutes on public transport.
Villa Granada is one accommodation option within a short drive of NLU. Drop your bags here after your flight from BCN to Mexico City and then hang the 'Do not disturb' sign to enjoy some uninterrupted rest.
Best time to go to Mexico City
July is the busiest month to hop on a flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Mexico City while April is the quietest. To work out the best time to visit Mexico City, consider your preferred travel pace and style.
Lock in your flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Mexico City for April to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 10ºC to 28ºC.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from BCN to Mexico City in January when temperatures average between 6ºC and 23ºC.
More about Mexico City
After locking in your flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Mexico City, think about where you want to stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Mexico City:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be tricky to know where to start. Zocalo, Chapultepec Park and National Museum of Anthropology are leading attractions which should be on every Mexico City itinerary.
Complete your Mexico City trip with a car rental
Choose one of our car rentals in Mexico City and explore the city on your own terms. Easily compare companies in one place to find the ideal ride once you've locked in your hotel and cheap flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Mexico City.