Flights from London to Mexico City
Flights from London to Mexico City take about 11h 30m nonstop, and the two cities are about 8,900 km apart. Compare live prices for your dates below.
Cheapest recent fare
£666
Round trip · 20 Jan – 29 Jan · 2 stops
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- Approx. flying time
- About 11h 30m
- Best time to visit Mexico City
- March to May
Flight tip: The city sits at over 2,200 metres; take it easy on your first day. Read our Mexico City guide
London to Mexico City flights: quick answers
How long is the flight from London to Mexico City?
It’s about 11h 30m nonstop. That’s a rough guide worked out from the 8,900 km between Heathrow and MEX; scheduled times vary by airline and direction, because winds can make one way slower, and a flight with a connection takes longer.
How long is the flight back from Mexico City to London?
About the same time in the air, roughly 11h 30m, because the distance is the same. High-altitude winds usually make one direction faster than the other, so check the scheduled times in your search results.
How far is Mexico City from London?
About 8,900 km (5,530 miles) between Heathrow and MEX, in a straight line. The path a plane flies is usually a little longer.
What is the time difference between London and Mexico City?
Mexico City is 6 hours behind London right now; at other times of year it’s 7 hours behind, because of daylight saving time.
Which airports can I fly from in London?
Heathrow and Gatwick handle most long-haul flights; Stansted, Luton, London City and Southend serve mainly European routes.
Which airport do I fly into in Mexico City?
Benito Juárez Intl (MEX) is Mexico City’s main airport. Other airports and when to go: our Mexico City guide
When is the best time to visit Mexico City?
March to May.
What are my rights if my London to Mexico City flight is cancelled?
Flights leaving a UK airport are covered by UK rules on any airline. If your flight is cancelled you can choose a refund or another flight, and you may be able to claim compensation if you were told less than 14 days before departure. Compensation depends on the flight’s distance. This route is in the over 3,500km band. UK Civil Aviation Authority: Cancellations (opens in a new tab)
What do I need to enter the country when I fly to Mexico City?
Rules change, so check them again shortly before you travel. GOV.UK: Mexico entry requirements (opens in a new tab)
Before you fly
Cheapest month to fly from London
- Nov 2026£314Cheapest month
- Dec 2026£524
- Jan 2027£359
- Mar 2027£499
- Apr 2027£419
- Jun 2027£485
- Jul 2027£521
- Aug 2027£603
Lowest round-trip fare per person found recently for departures in each month, from London. Months with no recent fare aren’t shown.
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