How long is the flight from Los Angeles to Mexico City?

Non-stop flights on LAX → MEX are typically around 4 hours. Connecting itineraries add 3–8 hours depending on the hub and layover.

Which airlines fly from Los Angeles to Mexico City?

The main carriers on this route are American, Aeromexico, Delta, Alaska. Codeshare and one-stop options add several more — the filter panel above shows every airline in the current fare set.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Los Angeles to Mexico City?

Historically the lowest fares land in February, September, November. Summer (mid-June through mid-August) and the Christmas / New Year window are always peak. Mid-week departures (Tuesday–Thursday) typically beat weekend prices by 10–20%.

How far ahead should I book Los Angeles to Mexico City?

Six to ten weeks ahead is the sweet spot for this route. Inside three weeks, fares tend to spike as airlines sell to last-minute business travellers. Award availability often opens 10–11 months out if you're booking on miles.

Can I book directly on destination.com?

The Book button on each fare opens the airline or OTA (Trip.com, Kiwi, Expedia, Booking, Priceline, etc.) that's actually selling that ticket. You complete payment there at the same price you saw here — we never add a markup.

LAX → MEX

Los Angeles to Mexico City flights.

Live cached fares on Los Angeles (LAX) → Mexico City (MEX), refreshed every 30 minutes. Non-stop and connecting itineraries side by side — compare airlines, times and stops, then book in one click.

Flying time
~4h non-stop
Airlines
American, Aeromexico, Delta, Alaska
Cheapest months
February, September, November

Flex dates · cheapest nearby

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Los Angeles → Mexico City · 24 fares12-month low · $119

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Cheapest
Y4 · Y4 1717
OutboundLAX → TLCThu, Jul 9 · 2:52 AM· 4h 16m· 1 stop
$119
one-way
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Y4 · Y4 1713
OutboundLAX → NLUWed, Jul 1 · 6:55 PM· 4h 25m· 1 stop
$155
one-way
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Y4 · Y4 711
OutboundLAX → MEXThu, Jul 30 · 7:37 AM· 3h 43m· Non-stop
$156
one-way
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Y4 · Y4 711
OutboundLAX → MEXSun, Jul 12 · 7:37 AM· 3h 43m· Non-stop
ReturnMEX ← LAXSat, Jul 18 · 12:55 AM· 3h 57m· Non-stop
$221
total round-trip
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Y4 · Y4 1713
OutboundLAX → NLUThu, Jul 16 · 6:55 PM· 4h 25m· 1 stop
ReturnNLU ← LAXMon, Jul 27 · 5:30 PM· 4h 45m· 1 stop
$265
total round-trip
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Y4 · Y4 1721
OutboundLAX → NLUThu, Jul 2 · 7:46 AM· 4h 25m· 1 stop
ReturnNLU ← LAXWed, Jul 8 · 11:30 AM· 4h 30m· 1 stop
$286
total round-trip
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Y4 · Y4 1721
OutboundLAX → NLUSun, Jun 14 · 7:46 AM· 4h 25m· 1 stop
ReturnNLU ← LAXThu, Jun 18 · 12:55 AM· 3h 57m· Non-stop
$289
total round-trip
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Y4 · Y4 1713
OutboundLAX → NLUFri, Jun 12 · 6:55 PM· 4h 25m· 1 stop
ReturnNLU ← LAXMon, Jun 15 · 11:30 AM· 4h 30m· 1 stop
$291
total round-trip
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Y4 · Y4 711
OutboundLAX → MEXFri, Jun 19 · 7:37 AM· 3h 43m· Non-stop
ReturnMEX ← LAXSun, Jun 21 · 10:15 PM· 4h 20m· 1 stop
$296
total round-trip
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Y4 · Y4 1863
OutboundONT → MEXSun, Jun 14 · 4:36 AM· 4h 26m· 1 stop
ReturnMEX ← ONTThu, Jun 18 · 12:55 AM· 3h 57m· Non-stop
$297
total round-trip
Book →
Y4 · Y4 713
OutboundLAX → MEXFri, Aug 7 · 2:17 AM· 3h 42m· Non-stop
ReturnMEX ← LAXWed, Aug 19 · 10:15 PM· 4h 20m· 1 stop
$298
total round-trip
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Y4 · Y4 1721
OutboundLAX → TLCSun, Jul 12 · 7:46 AM· 4h 16m· 1 stop
ReturnTLC ← LAXSun, Jul 12 · 10:15 PM· 4h 20m· 1 stop
$301
total round-trip
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Y4 · Y4 1713
OutboundLAX → TLCFri, Sep 4 · 6:55 PM· 4h 16m· 1 stop
ReturnTLC ← LAXSun, Sep 6 · 11:01 AM· 4h 58m· 1 stop
$308
total round-trip
Book →
Y4 · Y4 1713
OutboundLAX → NLUWed, Jun 17 · 6:55 PM· 4h 25m· 1 stop
ReturnNLU ← LAXWed, Jun 24 · 12:55 AM· 3h 57m· Non-stop
$308
total round-trip
Book →
Y4 · Y4 1863
OutboundONT → NLUTue, Jun 9 · 4:36 AM· 4h 18m· 1 stop
ReturnNLU ← ONTThu, Jun 11 · 11:00 AM· 4h 45m· 1 stop
$317
total round-trip
Book →
Y4 · Y4 1721
OutboundLAX → NLUThu, Jul 2 · 7:46 AM· 4h 25m· 1 stop
ReturnNLU ← LAXSun, Jul 12 · 11:00 AM· 3h 57m· Non-stop
$319
total round-trip
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Y4 · Y4 1863
OutboundONT → MEXTue, Jun 16 · 4:36 AM· 4h 26m· 1 stop
ReturnMEX ← ONTFri, Jun 19 · 10:15 PM· 4h 20m· 1 stop
$328
total round-trip
Book →
Y4 · Y4 1713
OutboundLAX → NLUThu, Jul 2 · 6:55 PM· 4h 25m· 1 stop
ReturnNLU ← LAXSun, Jul 19 · 11:00 AM· 3h 57m· Non-stop
$339
total round-trip
Book →
Y4 · Y4 1713
OutboundLAX → NLUWed, Jun 17 · 6:55 PM· 4h 25m· 1 stop
ReturnNLU ← LAXTue, Jun 23 · 12:55 AM· 3h 57m· Non-stop
$342
total round-trip
Book →
Y4 · Y4 1713
OutboundLAX → NLUWed, Jun 17 · 6:55 PM· 4h 25m· 1 stop
ReturnNLU ← LAXSun, Jun 21 · 11:00 AM· 3h 57m· Non-stop
$343
total round-trip
Book →
Y4 · Y4 711
OutboundLAX → MEXThu, Jun 18 · 7:37 AM· 3h 43m· Non-stop
ReturnMEX ← LAXSun, Jun 21 · 10:15 PM· 4h 20m· 1 stop
$346
total round-trip
Book →
Y4 · Y4 1721
OutboundLAX → NLUMon, Jun 15 · 7:46 AM· 4h 25m· 1 stop
ReturnNLU ← LAXMon, Jun 22 · 11:00 AM· 3h 57m· Non-stop
$351
total round-trip
Book →
Y4 · Y4 1863
OutboundONT → MEXThu, Jun 11 · 4:36 AM· 4h 26m· 1 stop
ReturnMEX ← ONTSat, Jun 13 · 10:15 PM· 4h 30m· 1 stop
$355
total round-trip
Book →
Aeroméxico · AM 649
OutboundLAX → MEXTue, Dec 22 · 3:06 PM· 3h 44m· Non-stop
ReturnMEX ← LAXWed, Jan 6 · 1:35 PM· 4h 15m· Non-stop
$497
total round-trip
Book →

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About Los Angeles → Mexico City

6-8 daily non-stops. Pricing is almost perfectly linear with advance purchase — no seasonal windows matter much on this corridor.

Typical non-stop flying time is around 4 hours. Major carriers on this route include American, Aeromexico, Delta, Alaska. Fares are usually cheapest in February, September, November — book 6–10 weeks ahead and avoid school-holiday peaks (late June–August, Christmas–New Year) for the best pricing.

Month-by-month price guide: Los Angeles to Mexico City

Live cheapest round-trip fare cached on LAX → MEX for each of the next 12 months. Tap any month and run a live search to confirm.

Jun
Low
from $289
Jul
Low
from $221
Aug
Low
from $298
Sep
Low
from $308
Oct
No data
Nov
No data
Dec
Peak
from $497
Jan
No data
Feb
No data
Mar
No data
Apr
No data
May
No data

Cheapest next 12 months: July from $221 round-trip. Run a live search →

Booking window tip

Short-haul routes like this one reward flexible dates over long lead time. Inside three weeks is usually fine — airlines rarely spike short-haul prices until the last 7-10 days. For weekend breaks, book Tuesday-for-Thursday flights 2-4 weeks ahead.

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Questions, answered

How long is the flight from Los Angeles to Mexico City?
Non-stop flights on LAX → MEX are typically around 4 hours. Connecting itineraries add 3–8 hours depending on the hub and layover.
Which airlines fly from Los Angeles to Mexico City?
The main carriers on this route are American, Aeromexico, Delta, Alaska. Codeshare and one-stop options add several more — the filter panel above shows every airline in the current fare set.
When is the cheapest time to fly from Los Angeles to Mexico City?
Historically the lowest fares land in February, September, November. Summer (mid-June through mid-August) and the Christmas / New Year window are always peak. Mid-week departures (Tuesday–Thursday) typically beat weekend prices by 10–20%.
How far ahead should I book Los Angeles to Mexico City?
Six to ten weeks ahead is the sweet spot for this route. Inside three weeks, fares tend to spike as airlines sell to last-minute business travellers. Award availability often opens 10–11 months out if you're booking on miles.
Can I book directly on destination.com?
The Book button on each fare opens the airline or OTA (Trip.com, Kiwi, Expedia, Booking, Priceline, etc.) that's actually selling that ticket. You complete payment there at the same price you saw here — we never add a markup.

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