Flights Ciudad de México to New York (MEX-JFK): airlines

Flights Ciudad de México → New York: airlines, fares, timing

Mexico City to New York connects North America’s two great urban capitals, with around 28 flights a week. The route carries business travellers, families visiting relatives in the New York area, and tourists in both directions. Block time is around five hours, a direct sector flown by day or overnight.

Airlines operating this route

Four carriers fly MEX-JFK: Aeroméxico, American Airlines, Delta Air Lines and JetBlue. Aeroméxico, American and Delta operate full-service with baggage included; JetBlue offers a mid-tier product with a leaner base fare. All four fly direct to JFK airport, so the choice is in schedule, baggage and headline price.

MXN fares — what to expect

MEX-JFK is well supplied thanks to the four carriers on the route. The peaks cluster in December, Holy Week and the summer, when prices climb and seats sell early — two to three months of lead time is sensible for those dates. The rest of the year, four to six weeks usually secures a reasonable economy fare in MXN.

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About New York

New York is the largest city in the United States and one of the world’s financial and cultural centres, spread across five boroughs on the Atlantic coast. Its museums, theatres and neighbourhoods make it a first-rank tourist destination. For Mexican travellers it is both a business city and a full travel destination in its own right.

FAQ

Which airlines fly Ciudad de México to New York? Direct MEX-JFK flights are operated by Aeromexico, American Airlines, JetBlue, Delta Air Lines. Compare baggage, fares and schedules in the carrier table above.

How long is the MEX-JFK flight and how often does it run? Block time is about 5.0 hours. The MEX-JFK route runs roughly 28 flights per week across all carriers.

How far ahead should I book MEX-JFK for the best fare? Booking 4-8 weeks ahead for regular dates — and 8-12 weeks for peak season (Holy Week, Christmas, paisano summer) — typically saves 15-30%. See the month-by-month fare heatmap above.

What is the checked baggage allowance on MEX-JFK? It varies by carrier and fare class — full-service carriers on this route usually include 23-25 kg, while low-cost carriers sell it separately. Confirm the current policy on the airline’s site before booking. Paisano travelers should check each carrier’s additional-baggage allowance.

Do Mexican passport holders need a visa for USA? B1/B2 required. Check the latest requirements with the consulate before buying your ticket.

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Published by FlightsMX Editorial Team. Last verified: May 2026. Fares are reference brackets — verify with the airline before booking.