How to Find Cheap Flights to Mexico

Published by Anne McDermott on February 9, 2024

Looking for another culture, another language, another world, but don't want to travel too far? Try Mexico! It's an enticing blend of ancient civilizations, cosmopolitan cities, and picture-perfect beaches. You need not head far from home to discover a beautiful country that buzzes with excitement! Mexico awaits you.

How to Find Cheap Flights to Mexico

Finding cheap deals to Mexico is easy with FareCompare.

Most Popular Destinations in Mexico

Mexico truly is a country that has something for everyone. It's the world's thirteenth-largest country and is home to nearly 130 million people.

Three of the most popular Mexican destinations include its capital, Mexico City, and the beach resorts of Cancún and Los Cabos.

Finding Cheap Flights to Mexico

Once you've made plans to visit Mexico on your next holiday vacation, determine when is the best time for you to get there. These tips will help you maximize savings and ensure you have plenty left over to spend on an unforgettable trip.

Cheapest Days to Fly: The cheapest days to fly to Mexico are often Tuesday, Wednesday, and Saturday. However, this can vary; be sure to check the FareCompare Flexible Search Calendar to see the best days to fly for your trip.
Cheapest Time of Day to Fly: The cheapest times to fly to Mexico can vary, but flight search results on FareCompare which always show fares starting with the cheapest flights. Remember to use the filters to change departure/arrival times according to your preferences.
Cheapest Month to Fly: There is often a winter and spring holiday premium to Mexico, especially for its popular beach destinations. Early summer through late fall tends to be the period with the cheapest flights and best airfares.

When to Buy Tickets to Mexico

Start shopping for airfare about 3-and-a-half months before travel and be sure to sign up for FareCompare Real-Time Airfare Alerts to learn when the best prices are available.

Find Deals & Last-Minute Flights to Mexico

In the mood to get out of town, head south of the border, and enjoy the beaches (and food, and history, and culture) of Mexico? Get those bags packed and we'll meet you at the airport!

Here are a couple of extra tips that will help you find the best fares out there, no matter where your final destination may be.

Sign up for FareCompare Flight Alerts: Get real-time information on the best deals to Mexico from your home airport. Save yourself the legwork and receive information on the latest deals as they appear. Make sure to check your inbox frequently – and don't sleep on it! The cheapest flights and greatest deals are the first to go.
Explore the FareCompare Getaway Map: Check out this tool to find cheap flights to Mexico from your home airport, or from any city you choose. You can

More Information about Travel to Mexico

Mexico's Primary International Airports

There's more than one international airport in Mexico, as you might have guessed. Here are three of the most prominent; be sure to add them to your flight alerts and look for them on our getaway map!

Mexico City International Airport (MEX): The Mexico City airport offers service from more than two dozen airlines, including numerous U.S. and international carriers and is a hub for Aeromexico. Depending on where your travel plans take you, expect to be routed through MEX.
Cancun International Airport (CUN): This airport is served by numerous U.S. and international carriers, including low-cost airlines such as Southwest, Frontier, JetBlue, Spirit and Virgin America.
Los Cabos International Airport (SJD): Though this airport is a little smaller than Mexico City and Cancún, plenty of airlines service Los Cabos. There's a nice range of low-cost carriers that fly here as well.

Mexico: Know Before You Go

The U.S. State Department has an excellent travel information website filled with tips and advice on countries around the world including Mexico; check it out anytime travel takes you outside of the United States.