Mexico City Airport Arrival Alerts
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Get a text when they land at MEXAirport Code
MEX
Passengers/Year
50 million
Terminals
Terminal 1, Terminal 2
Exit Time
45-75 minutes after landing
About
Arriving at Mexico City International Airport (Benito Juárez)
Mexico City International Airport—officially Aeropuerto Internacional Benito Juárez—is one of the busiest airports in Latin America and a major connecting hub for flights throughout Central and South America. US carriers including American, Delta, United, JetBlue, Southwest, and Spirit operate extensive schedules from cities across the United States. Aeroméxico, Mexico's flag carrier, uses MEX as its primary hub with connections to dozens of Mexican and international destinations.
The two terminals at MEX are completely separate buildings, not connected airside. Terminal 1 is the older, larger terminal used by most international carriers and Aeroméxico's domestic flights. Terminal 2 is newer and primarily serves Aeroméxico's international flights and some partner airlines. A monorail connects the two terminals landside, but it takes 10-15 minutes. Picking up at the wrong terminal is a common and costly mistake—always verify before driving to the airport.
Immigration processing at MEX is generally efficient for US passport holders, typically 20-40 minutes depending on time of day. However, the sheer size of Terminal 1 means the walk from gate to immigration to baggage claim can add significant time. Total time from touchdown to the curb runs 45-75 minutes. Mexico City traffic is notoriously heavy, so anyone driving to the airport should factor in unpredictable travel times, especially during weekday rush hours.
Pickup tip
Terminal 1 and Terminal 2 are not connected inside security—they're separate buildings linked by a monorail. Confirm which terminal before heading to the airport. Authorized taxi booths are inside each terminal; avoid unlicensed cabs.
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FAQ
Frequently asked questions.
How long to exit MEX after landing?
Plan for 45-75 minutes from landing to curbside. Immigration is usually 20-40 minutes, plus the walk through the large terminal and baggage claim.
Are Terminal 1 and Terminal 2 at MEX connected?
Not inside security. They are separate buildings linked by a monorail that takes 10-15 minutes. Always confirm which terminal your flight uses.
Which US airlines fly to Mexico City?
American, Delta, United, JetBlue, Southwest, and Spirit all serve MEX from multiple US cities. Aeroméxico also operates extensive US routes.
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