How to get from MEX to Mexico City
| Option | Cost | Journey time |
|---|---|---|
| Metro Line 5 (to city centre) | $0.25 | 45 min |
| Taxi / Uber | $10–20 | 30–60 min |
CDMX has a new airport (AIFA) in Santa Lucía — 45km from the city. Most international flights still use Benito Juárez (MEX). Confirm your airport when booking.
Skip the queue — pre-book an arrival transfer
A fixed-price transfer meets you inside arrivals with a name-board. No haggling, no cash, no scam risk after a long flight into MEX.
Getting out of Mexico City (MEX)
Skip the taxi rank and lock in your fare before you land.
Pre-book a fixed-price transfer
Our pickDriver waits at arrivals with your name, tracks your flight, and the price you see is the price you pay. English-speaking, fixed price. No surge, no haggling at 2am.
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Common questions
How much does a taxi from Benito Juárez Airport to Mexico City cost?
$10–20 — expect the higher end during rush hour or bad weather. Pre-book a fixed-price transfer if you want price certainty.
What's the cheapest way from MEX to Mexico City?
Metro Line 5 (to city centre) at $0.25 — 45 min to central Mexico City.
Do I need to buy a visa on arrival in Mexico?
Mexico visa-free for most Western, US, EU, and Latin American passports for up to 180 days. Check with Mexican embassy for your nationality.