Mexico City

$159+ Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Mexico City (MEX)

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SFO — MEX
Jun 17 — Jun 241
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San Francisco to Mexico City Benito Juarez are usually found in April or March, booked 81 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Monday and return on a Friday

Cheap flight deals from San Francisco to Mexico City

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Round-trip from

$356
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$159
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$482

Good round-trip deal

$443 or less

Good one-way deal

$213 or less
From San Francisco to Mexico City Benito Juarez
One-way flight from San Francisco to Mexico City Benito Juarez
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price ($40 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($11 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in June 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from San Francisco to Mexico City Benito Juarez.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from San Francisco to Mexico City Benito Juarez.

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Cheapest flights from San Francisco to Mexico City
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to Mexico City. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 12, 2025.

This Aeromexico deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Aeromexico is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/236:00 amSFO - MEX
2 stops31h 15mAeromexico
Wed 9/245:15 pmMEX - SFO
Nonstop5h 10mAeromexico
Deal found 6/12$320
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 6/216:47 pmSFO - MEX
1 stop18h 43mAmerican Airlines
Sat 6/283:00 pmMEX - SFO
1 stop18h 36mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/11$356
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/198:50 amSFO - MEX
1 stop10h 10mMultiple Airlines
Sun 8/247:45 pmMEX - SFO
1 stop17h 58mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/10$359
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/127:01 amSFO - MEX
Nonstop4h 39mDelta
Fri 8/155:50 pmMEX - SFO
Nonstop4h 41mDelta
Deal found 6/9$395
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/2311:59 pmSFO - MEX
1 stop7h 36mUnited Airlines
Wed 7/307:30 amMEX - SFO
Nonstop4h 51mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/10$400
This Kissandfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kissandfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/2610:50 pmSFO - MEX
Nonstop4h 15mLufthansa
Wed 7/25:05 amMEX - SFO
Nonstop4h 47mLufthansa
Deal found 6/11$461
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/298:00 amSFO - MEX
1 stop12h 10mFrontier
Sun 11/27:55 amMEX - SFO
2 stops15h 27mFrontier
Deal found 6/10$492
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 6/217:40 pmSFO - MEX
1 stop26h 10mAir Canada
Mon 6/236:30 amMEX - SFO
1 stop17h 43mAir Canada
Deal found 6/10$497

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Francisco to Mexico City that are best for you.

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Depart

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San FranciscoMexico City

SFO - MEX

SFOMEX

San Francisco

Tue 9/23

6:00 am-2:15 pm

2 stops31h 15m

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Wed 9/24

5:15 pm-9:25 pm

Nonstop5h 10m

$320

San FranciscoMexico City

SFO - MEX

SFOMEX

San Francisco

Tue 8/19

8:50 am-8:00 pm

1 stop10h 10m

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Sun 8/24

7:45 pm-12:43 pm

1 stop17h 58m

$359

San FranciscoMexico City

SFO - MEX

SFOMEX

San Francisco

Wed 11/5

6:08 am-7:35 pm

1 stop11h 27m

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Tue 11/11

6:00 am-12:25 pm

1 stop8h 25m

$369

San FranciscoMexico City

SFO - MEX

SFOMEX

San Francisco

Tue 8/12

11:47 pm-5:15 am

Nonstop4h 28m

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Thu 8/21

8:55 am-12:32 pm

Nonstop4h 37m

$395

San FranciscoMexico City

SFO - MEX

SFOMEX

San Francisco

Wed 7/23

11:59 pm-8:35 am

1 stop7h 36m

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Wed 7/30

7:30 am-11:21 am

Nonstop4h 51m

$400

San FranciscoMexico City

SFO - MEX

SFOMEX

San Francisco

Thu 6/26

10:50 pm-4:05 am

Nonstop4h 15m

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Wed 7/2

5:05 am-8:52 am

Nonstop4h 47m

$461

San FranciscoMexico City

SFO - MEX

SFOMEX

San Francisco

Thu 6/26

6:15 am-1:59 pm

1 stop6h 44m

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Wed 7/2

3:00 pm-7:02 pm

1 stop29h 02m

$489

San FranciscoMexico City

SFO - MEX

SFOMEX

San Francisco

Wed 10/29

8:00 am-9:10 pm

1 stop12h 10m

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Sun 11/2

7:55 am-9:22 pm

2 stops15h 27m

$492

San FranciscoMexico City

SFO - MEX

SFOMEX

San Francisco

Wed 7/9

7:00 am-8:00 pm

1 stop12h 00m

$159

San FranciscoMexico City

SFO - MEX

SFOMEX

San Francisco

Wed 7/9

2:51 pm-8:20 pm

Nonstop4h 29m

$178

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The best insider tips for San Francisco to Mexico City flights

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Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your San Francisco to Mexico City trip
Airports
SFO

Save time by using the AirTrain Red Line to quickly move between terminals at SFO after clearing security.

Read more about SFOby Harriet Baskas
MEX

For a quick and affordable ride, use Uber from MEX to downtown Mexico City, avoiding taxi scams.

Read more about MEXby Brandon Schultz
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Brandon Schultz

Expert on MEX

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Brandon Schultz

Brandon Schultz is an award-winning food and travel writer based in New York City. His work has appeared in Forbes, AAA, Thrillist, Travel + Leisure, and The Daily Meal, among many others, and he is the author of 6 books, including 3 cookbooks.

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Harriet Baskas

Harriet Baskas

Expert on SFO

Harriet Baskas

Harriet Baskas

Harriet is an award-winning journalist who is happiest in an airport or an unusual museum. Her stories about airports, air travel, and the business of travel have appeared on NBC News, CNBC, USA TODAY, The Points Guy and other outlets. She is the creator of the StuckatTheAirport.com blog and the author of nine books. When not out on the road or exploring the latest airport amenities, she’s home in Seattle getting ready for the next adventure.

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Best time to book a flight from San Francisco to Mexico City

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Mexico City from San Francisco with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from San Francisco to Mexico City

How far ahead should I book a flight from San Francisco to Mexico City?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Francisco to Mexico City. Price data was last updated on June 9, 2025.

Booking 81 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from San Francisco to Mexico City. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Francisco to Mexico City?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Mexico City (average of $388). Flying from San Francisco to Mexico City in December is currently the most expensive (average of $615). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from SFO to MEX?

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco to Mexico City. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated June 12, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from San Francisco to Mexico City in the afternoon. Doing so could potentially save you 18% on the flight price compared to flying in the evening, which is usually more expensive.

What is the cheapest day to fly from San Francisco to Mexico City?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Francisco to Mexico City. Price data was last updated on June 8, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Francisco to Mexico City flight should consider departing on Monday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from San Francisco to Mexico City

Explore weekly flight availability from San Francisco to Mexico City. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated June 12, 2025.

The most flights from SFO to MEX are scheduled on a Monday (16 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (16 on average).

Rainfall in Mexico City by month

Plan your trip to Mexico City by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Mexico City ranges from 0.0 - 4.7 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.7 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Mexico City when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in Mexico City by month

Plan your trip to Mexico City by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Mexico City, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, May is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 66.2 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 55.4 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Mexico City

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Mexico City. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Mexico City. Reviews last updated June 12, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta, Aeromexico and United Airlines from San Francisco to Mexico City. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.0
Very good

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
8.0
Very good
8.0
Very good

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
8.0
Very good

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
8.0
Very good

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
8.0
Very good

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
8.0
Very good

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Francisco to Mexico City. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airports do I use to fly from San Francisco to Mexico City?

    If you book a flight from San Francisco to Mexico City, you will be flying from San Francisco to Benito Juarez. Flights to Mexico City Benito Juarez (MEX) from San Francisco (SFO) take 4h 15m for a nonstop flight. There are 16 flights from San Francisco to Mexico City per day from 8 airlines.

  • How popular is this San Francisco to Mexico City flight route?

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from San Francisco to Mexico City round-trip?

    According to our current data, American Airlines ($356), Aeromexico ($377), and Delta ($395) offers the cheapest pricing from San Francisco to Mexico City. You may be able to fly from San Francisco to Mexico City for 24% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San Francisco to Mexico City one-way?

    $178 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Delta. You may also be able to find cheap deals on United Airlines and American Airlines, with prices starting from $182 and $186, respectively.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from San Francisco to Mexico City?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from San Francisco to Mexico City consider choosing ANA (95%), Aeromexico (94%) or Air New Zealand (94%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from San Francisco to Mexico City?

    The cheapest flight price from San Francisco to Mexico City is $176. On average you can expect to pay $1,246. The most popular route, (San Francisco - Mexico City Benito Juarez), can usually be booked for $395.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Francisco to Mexico City that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on San Francisco to Mexico City flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from San Francisco to Mexico City?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from San Francisco to Mexico City.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from San Francisco to Mexico City?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Francisco to Mexico City by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Francisco to Mexico City?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Mexico City (average of $388). Flying from San Francisco to Mexico City in December is currently the most expensive (average of $615). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 8 airlines flying from San Francisco to Mexico City

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco to Mexico City. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated June 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
VivaCheapest$124Average$212FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
VolarisCheapest$155Average$335FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
AeromexicoCheapest$169Average$466FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
DeltaCheapest$171Average$491FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
FrontierCheapest$196Average$553FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
United AirlinesCheapest$225Average$548FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$299Average$435FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
AeroMexico ConnectCheapest$721Average$791FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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