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$222+ Cheap flights from Mexico City (MEX) to San Francisco (SFO)

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MEX — SFO
Jul 8 — Jul 151
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Mexico City Benito Juarez to San Francisco are usually found in March or February, booked 50 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Thursday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Mexico City to San Francisco

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Mexico City (MEX) to San Francisco (SFO). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated July 3, 2025.

Round-trip from

$359
(Delta)

One-way from

$222
(Delta)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$363

Good round-trip deal

$423 or less

Good one-way deal

$238 or less
From Mexico City Benito Juarez to San Francisco
One-way flight from Mexico City Benito Juarez to San Francisco
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 1% potential increase in price ($6 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($6 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in July 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Mexico City Benito Juarez to San Francisco.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Mexico City Benito Juarez to San Francisco.

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Cheapest flights from Mexico City to San Francisco
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Mexico City to San Francisco. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 3, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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.
Wed 8/204:55 pmMEX - SFO
Nonstop4h 55mDelta
Wed 8/272:25 pmSFO - MEX
Nonstop4h 45mDelta
Deal found 7/2$359
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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.
Thu 7/247:30 amMEX - SFO
Nonstop4h 51mUnited Airlines
Fri 8/110:50 pmSFO - MEX
Nonstop4h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/1$361
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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.
Sat 8/168:10 amMEX - SFO
1 stop16h 15mMultiple Airlines
Sat 8/2311:45 amSFO - MEX
1 stop16h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/2$364
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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.
Fri 12/196:00 amMEX - SFO
1 stop14h 43mAmerican Airlines
Sun 1/117:00 amSFO - MEX
1 stop10h 20mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/3$365
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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.
Sat 8/1611:45 amMEX - SFO
1 stop10h 36mFrontier
Wed 8/276:50 amSFO - MEX
1 stop9h 40mFrontier
Deal found 7/1$366
This Aeromexico deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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.
Mon 12/228:00 pmMEX - SFO
Nonstop5h 10mAeromexico
Sat 1/310:35 amSFO - MEX
2 stops11h 20mAeromexico
Deal found 7/2$384

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

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Fly to

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Return

Price

Mexico CitySan Francisco

MEX - SFO

MEXSFO

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Wed 8/20

4:55 pm-8:50 pm

Nonstop4h 55m

San Francisco

Wed 8/27

2:25 pm-8:10 pm

Nonstop4h 45m

$359

Mexico CitySan Francisco

MEX - SFO

MEXSFO

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Thu 7/24

7:30 am-11:21 am

Nonstop4h 51m

San Francisco

Fri 8/1

10:50 pm-4:05 am

Nonstop4h 15m

$361

Mexico CitySan Francisco

MEX - SFO

MEXSFO

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Sat 8/16

8:10 am-11:25 pm

1 stop16h 15m

San Francisco

Sat 8/23

11:45 am-5:20 am

1 stop16h 35m

$364

Mexico CitySan Francisco

MEX - SFO

MEXSFO

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Sat 8/16

11:45 am-9:21 pm

1 stop10h 36m

San Francisco

Wed 8/27

6:50 am-5:30 pm

1 stop9h 40m

$366

Mexico CitySan Francisco

MEX - SFO

MEXSFO

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Thu 9/11

5:00 am-11:00 pm

1 stop19h 00m

San Francisco

Thu 9/18

8:00 am-8:45 pm

1 stop11h 45m

$376

Mexico CitySan Francisco

MEX - SFO

MEXSFO

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Fri 9/5

9:05 am-12:54 pm

Nonstop4h 49m

$222

Mexico CitySan Francisco

MEX - SFO

MEXSFO

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Sun 8/17

7:45 pm-7:44 pm

1 stop24h 59m

$223

Mexico CitySan Francisco

MEX - SFO

MEXSFO

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Thu 7/17

5:05 am-8:52 am

Nonstop4h 47m

$224

Mexico CitySan Francisco

MEX - SFO

MEXSFO

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Fri 9/5

11:20 am-11:16 pm

2 stops12h 56m

$237

Mexico CitySan Francisco

MEX - SFO

MEXSFO

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Wed 7/30

7:45 pm-7:44 pm

1 stop24h 59m

$245

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The best insider tips for Mexico City to San Francisco flights

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

Security lines at MEX are efficient, usually under 20 minutes. Arrive early for US flights due to additional gate checks.

Read more about MEXby Brandon Schultz
SFO

The least expensive way to travel from SFO to downtown is on BART. The trip takes about 40 minutes from the airport.

Read more about SFOby Harriet Baskas
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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 Mexico City to San Francisco

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Mexico City to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on June 27, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Mexico City to San Francisco may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 50 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Mexico City to San Francisco (average of $276). Flying from Mexico City to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of $360). 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 MEX to SFO?

Find hourly flight availability from Mexico City to San Francisco. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated July 3, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Mexico City to San Francisco in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 29% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Mexico City to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on June 29, 2025.

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

Weekly flight availability from Mexico City to San Francisco

Explore weekly flight availability from Mexico City to San Francisco. 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 July 3, 2025.

The most flights from MEX to SFO are scheduled on a Monday (17 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (13 on average).

Reviews of airlines servicing San Francisco

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Francisco. 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 San Francisco. Reviews last updated July 3, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta, Aeromexico, and United Airlines from Mexico City to San Francisco by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.0
Very good

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
8.0
Very good
8.0
Very good

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
8.0
Very good

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
8.0
Very good

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
8.0
Very good

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
8.0
Very good

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Mexico City to San Francisco. 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 Mexico City to San Francisco?

    Booking a flight from Mexico City Benito Juarez (MEX) to San Francisco (SFO) is your only option if you wish to fly from Mexico City to San Francisco. On a typical day, there are 16 flights from Benito Juarez to San Francisco, all of which are around 4h 45m for a nonstop flight. You can also purchase a plane ticket from 4 airlines when you book a flight from Benito Juarez to San Francisco.

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

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Mexico City to San Francisco is Delta. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $359 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are United Airlines and American Airlines, starting at $361 and $365 round-trip.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Mexico City to San Francisco are Delta ($222), United Airlines ($224), and American Airlines ($237).

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

    Before booking your flight to San Francisco from Mexico City, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Virgin Atlantic (98%), WestJet (98%), ANA( 85%).

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

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Mexico City to San Francisco? While on average our users pay $1,953, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $222. The most popular route (Mexico City Benito Juarez - San Francisco), is priced around $258.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Mexico City to San Francisco 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 Mexico City to San Francisco?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Mexico City to San Francisco (average of $276). Flying from Mexico City to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of $360). 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 4 airlines flying from Mexico City to San Francisco

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Mexico City to San Francisco. 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 July 3, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
VolarisCheapest$165Average$332FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
AeromexicoCheapest$254Average$362FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$270Average$357FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$281Average$374FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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