What's the cheapest month to fly to Mexico City?

Brokepackr's data shows September-November offer the lowest fares to Mexico City — 20-25% below peak. CDMX is one of the cheapest capital cities to fly to from anywhere in the US.

How much does 30 days in Mexico City cost?

Brokepackr's Cost Index estimates $1,400-1,800 USD for 30 days in Mexico City. Tacos al pastor for $0.50 and $15/night dorms keep costs manageable in one of the world's great cities.

How do I get around Mexico City on a budget?

Brokepackr recommends the Metro ($0.25/ride) and Metrobus ($0.30/ride) — both are extensive and safe during daytime. For late nights, Uber is affordable and widely available.

Brokepackr · Flights · Mexico City · from Santiago

Cheap Flights to Mexico City
from Santiago

Median: $‍837 round-tripBest month: MayLatin America

At a glance

Santiago → Mexico City

Round-trip: $‍837

Daily budget: $‍69

Best month: May (44% off peak)

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Seasonality

When to fly to Mexico City from Santiago

Average round-trip prices by month from Santiago (SCL)

$962

Jan

$878

Feb

$795

Mar

$711

Apr

$686

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May

$878

Jun

$920

Jul

$820

Aug

$686

Sep

$711

Oct

$770

Nov

$987

Dec

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Daily Budget

30-day Mexico City budget

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Hostels dorm (avg)$‍20/day

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Local transport$‍16/day

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Food$‍27/day

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Drinks$‍2/day

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Activities$‍4/day

Total · 30 days$‍‌2,070

Based on 57,431 hostel prices and user-reported costs. Cheapest 5% excluded.

Budget Tiers · Per Day

brokepackr$‍48/day

Dorms, cooking, free activities

backpackr$‍90/day

Private rooms, eating out daily

flashpackr$‍166+/day

Boutique hostels, taxis, nightlife

Brokepackr tip

Flying from Santiago: Median round-trip is $‍837. Book in May to save 44%.

Getting There

Best airports to fly into

MEX

Benito Juarez International

Mexico City · Largest hub in Latin America — cheapest fares from anywhere in the Americas

✈️Brokepackr pick: Fly into MEX (Benito Juarez International) for the widest international connections to Mexico City.

Entry Requirements

Flight + visa requirements

Passport	Status	Duration	eVisa / Notes
US	visa_free	180 days	No
CA	visa_free	180 days	No
PT	visa_free	180 days	No
AL	visa_required	None days	No
GT	visa_required	None days	No
HK	visa_free	180 days	No
TR	eta	None days	No
TW	visa_required	None days	No
EC	visa_required	None days	No
ID	visa_required	None days	No

Common Questions

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