How long is the flight from South Africa to Mexico City?

Airlines like United Airlines, British Airways, and Delta fly from South Africa to Mexico City in about 29h 35m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 3h 45m. South Africa and Mexico City are separated by a distance of 14587 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Mexico City ranges from 0.0 - 120.0 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 120.0 mm. January is typically the driest time to visit Mexico City when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.

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 19.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 13.0 C).

What are the most popular routes from South Africa to Mexico City?

The most popular route from South Africa to Mexico City is Cape Town Intl - Mexico City Benito Juarez. You may also consider Durban King Shaka Intl - Mexico City Benito Juarez or Johannesburg OR Tambo - Mexico City Benito Juarez.

What are the most popular airlines that fly from South Africa to Mexico City?

The most popular airlines flying from South Africa to Mexico City are Air France, British Airways and Emirates. Something to consider prior to booking your flight.

How far in advance should I book a flight from South Africa to Mexico City?

When searching for a good deal, it’s best to be prepared for potential fluctuations in price. We recommend booking at least 35 days in advance, which can save you up to 14% on flights from South Africa to Mexico City compared to booking the week you need them. Waiting 35 days out may not be for everyone, so we have options available for flights within the next two weeks, with the lowest price starting at R21 224. For sooner than that we have options available in the next 3 days from R23 242.

What is the cheapest month to fly from South Africa to Mexico City?

Flights from South Africa to Mexico City lean towards being more expensive in December. Prices are generally better when you fly from South Africa to Mexico City in May, with the cheapest ticket starting at R18 646.

What airport do you fly into for flights to Mexico City from South Africa?

If you book a flight to Mexico City from South Africa, you will be flying to Benito Juarez, which is the city’s only airport. Mexico City Benito Juarez (MEX) is located 8,9 km from the centre of Mexico City.

Can I find deals for flights from South Africa to Mexico City that include hotel bookings?

Yes. In addition to deals on South Africa to Mexico City flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

How can I find direct flights from South Africa to Mexico City?

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

Can I find deals for business class flights from South Africa to Mexico City?

Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from South Africa 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.

R12 945+ Cheap Flights from South Africa to Mexico City

Cheap flight deals from South Africa to Mexico City

Round-trip from	R20 400
One-way from	R12 945
Popular in	December
Cheapest in	May
Average price	R25 364

American Airlines
18/2-4/3
4 total stops
64h 05m total
South Africa to Mexico City

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25/11
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58h 40m total
South Africa to Mexico City

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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price (R46 532 potential increase over avg. return price).

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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R9 739 potential savings vs. average return price).

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Cheapest flights from South Africa to Mexico City
Explore the most affordable flight options available from South Africa to Mexico City. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 26 August 2025.

Thu 16/1021:15JNB - MEX

2 stops31h 30mAmerican Airlines

Fri 31/1015:00MEX - JNB

2 stops35h 25mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 26/8R21 365

Thu 11/921:20JNB - MEX

1 stop30h 55mUnited Airlines

Wed 24/98:05MEX - JNB

1 stop25h 40mUnited Airlines

Deal found 25/8R21 680

Tue 28/1020:50CPT - MEX

2 stops29h 10mUnited Airlines

Sun 16/115:45MEX - CPT

2 stops28h 15mUnited Airlines

Deal found 25/8R21 856

Wed 8/1019:25JNB - MEX

2 stops33h 20mBritish Airways

Wed 15/1022:00MEX - JNB

1 stop25h 00mBritish Airways

Deal found 24/8R22 084

Thu 16/1019:25JNB - MEX

2 stops33h 20mBritish Airways

Fri 31/1021:00MEX - JNB

1 stop29h 25mBritish Airways

Deal found 26/8R22 312

Wed 8/1021:55JNB - MEX

1 stop29h 35mDelta

Wed 15/1011:15MEX - JNB

1 stop24h 25mDelta

Deal found 24/8R22 522

Thu 16/1018:50JNB - MEX

1 stop33h 00mMultiple Airlines

Fri 31/1021:35MEX - JNB

1 stop40h 30mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 26/8R24 048

Wed 8/1019:00JNB - MEX

2 stops36h 10mUnited Airlines

Wed 15/109:35MEX - JNB

2 stops24h 10mUnited Airlines

Deal found 24/8R24 206

Tue 18/1115:20CPT - MEX

2 stops33h 35mAir France

Tue 9/1223:05MEX - CPT

1 stop23h 40mAir France

Deal found 24/8R24 750

Sun 21/1222:00JNB - MEX

2 stops31h 15mBritish Airways

Mon 12/116:35MEX - JNB

2 stops33h 50mBritish Airways

Deal found 24/8R25 259

Tue 18/1118:30CPT - MEX

2 stops53h 30mEmirates

Tue 9/1219:40MEX - CPT

2 stops37h 05mEmirates

Deal found 24/8R25 504

Thu 9/1019:50CPT - MEX

2 stops30h 00mUnited Airlines

Thu 16/1016:40MEX - CPT

2 stops40h 30mUnited Airlines

Deal found 25/8R25 767

Best flights from South Africa to Mexico City
Discover carefully curated flight deals from South Africa to Mexico City that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 26 August 2025.

Thu 11/921:20JNB - MEX

2 stops31h 50mUnited Airlines

Wed 24/94:40MEX - JNB

2 stops29h 05mUnited Airlines

Deal found 25/8R21 680

Wed 18/220:35CPT - MEX

2 stops31h 40mBritish Airways

Sun 22/221:00MEX - CPT

1 stop27h 05mBritish Airways

Deal found 25/8R21 908

Wed 8/1021:55JNB - MEX

1 stop29h 35mDelta

Wed 15/1011:15MEX - JNB

1 stop24h 25mDelta

Deal found 24/8R22 522

Tue 18/1115:20CPT - MEX

2 stops33h 35mAir France

Tue 9/1223:05MEX - CPT

1 stop23h 40mAir France

Deal found 24/8R24 750

Tue 18/1118:30CPT - MEX

2 stops53h 30mEmirates

Tue 9/1219:40MEX - CPT

2 stops37h 05mEmirates

Deal found 24/8R25 504

Sun 21/1223:59JNB - MEX

1 stop27h 41mMultiple Airlines

Mon 12/123:05MEX - JNB

1 stop28h 45mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 24/8R27 785

Tue 28/1020:50CPT - MEX

1 stop32h 00mUnited Airlines

Sun 16/1111:00MEX - CPT

1 stop23h 00mUnited Airlines

Deal found 24/8R21 856

Wed 8/1019:25JNB - MEX

2 stops33h 20mBritish Airways

Wed 15/1022:00MEX - JNB

1 stop25h 00mBritish Airways

Deal found 24/8R22 084

Wed 8/1019:00JNB - MEX

2 stops36h 10mUnited Airlines

Wed 15/109:35MEX - JNB

2 stops24h 10mUnited Airlines

Deal found 24/8R24 206

Fri 14/1119:10DUR - MEX

2 stops52h 50mEmirates

Tue 18/1119:40MEX - DUR

2 stops37h 30mEmirates

Deal found 25/8R27 399

Sun 21/1222:00JNB - MEX

2 stops31h 15mBritish Airways

Mon 12/116:35MEX - JNB

2 stops33h 50mBritish Airways

Deal found 24/8R25 259

Wed 8/1019:00JNB - MEX

2 stops35h 50mMultiple Airlines

Tue 14/100:15MEX - JNB

2 stops33h 30mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 24/8R28 206

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Discover last-minute flight deals from South Africa to Mexico City. Data last updated 26 August 2025 and is based on user searches.

Sun 31/820:05CPT - MEX

1 stop23h 45mDelta

Mon 8/97:40MEX - CPT

2 stops26h 10mDelta

Deal found 26/8R20 768

Sun 31/816:35CPT - MEX

1 stop41h 00mMultiple Airlines

Sun 7/90:40MEX - CPT

2 stops29h 55mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 26/8R47 080

Thu 11/921:20JNB - MEX

1 stop30h 55mUnited Airlines

Wed 24/98:05MEX - JNB

1 stop25h 40mUnited Airlines

Deal found 25/8R21 680

Thu 11/920:25JNB - MEX

2 stops31h 55mMultiple Airlines

Tue 23/90:40MEX - JNB

3 stops30h 00mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 25/8R31 030

Thu 11/915:05JNB - MEX

2 stops30h 45mLATAM Airlines

Wed 24/920:00MEX - JNB

3 stops32h 15mLATAM Airlines

Deal found 25/8R39 449

One-way flights from South Africa to Mexico City
Search for one-way flight options from South Africa to Mexico City. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated 26 August 2025.

Tue 25/1115:30CPT - MEX

3 stops58h 40mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 24/8R12 945

Sat 25/1017:00JNB - MEX

3 stops49h 45mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 26/8R13 033

Mon 20/101:25JNB - MEX

2 stops49h 00mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 24/8R13 892

Thu 23/100:45JNB - MEX

3 stops54h 15mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 24/8R14 068

Wed 22/1020:25JNB - MEX

2 stops34h 30mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 26/8R14 296

Thu 9/1014:30CPT - MEX

3 stops35h 55mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 25/8R14 348

Fri 24/1022:20JNB - MEX

2 stops49h 40mEmirates

Deal found 26/8R14 559

Tue 25/1118:30CPT - MEX

2 stops53h 30mEmirates

Deal found 24/8R15 138

Tue 25/118:00CPT - MEX

1 stop43h 40mKLM

Deal found 24/8R18 453

Thu 9/107:45CPT - MEX

1 stop42h 14mKLM

Deal found 25/8R18 716

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JohannesburgMexico City

JNB - MEX

JNBMEX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 11/9

21:20-21:10

2 stops31h 50m

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Wed 24/9

4:40-17:45

2 stops29h 05m

R21 680

Cape TownMexico City

CPT - MEX

CPTMEX

Cape Town Intl

Tue 28/10

20:50-20:50

1 stop32h 00m

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Sun 16/11

11:00-18:00

1 stop23h 00m

R21 856

Cape TownMexico City

CPT - MEX

CPTMEX

Cape Town Intl

Wed 18/2

20:35-20:15

2 stops31h 40m

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Sun 22/2

21:00-8:05

1 stop27h 05m

R21 908

JohannesburgMexico City

JNB - MEX

JNBMEX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 8/10

19:25-20:45

2 stops33h 20m

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Wed 15/10

22:00-7:00

1 stop25h 00m

R22 084

JohannesburgMexico City

JNB - MEX

JNBMEX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 8/10

21:55-19:30

1 stop29h 35m

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Wed 15/10

11:15-19:40

1 stop24h 25m

R22 522

JohannesburgMexico City

JNB - MEX

JNBMEX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 8/10

19:00-23:10

2 stops36h 10m

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Wed 15/10

9:35-17:45

2 stops24h 10m

R24 206

Cape TownMexico City

CPT - MEX

CPTMEX

Cape Town Intl

Tue 18/11

15:20-16:55

2 stops33h 35m

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Tue 9/12

23:05-6:45

1 stop23h 40m

R24 750

JohannesburgMexico City

JNB - MEX

JNBMEX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 21/12

22:00-21:15

2 stops31h 15m

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Mon 12/1

16:35-10:25

2 stops33h 50m

R25 259

Cape TownMexico City

CPT - MEX

CPTMEX

Cape Town Intl

Tue 18/11

18:30-16:00

2 stops53h 30m

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Tue 9/12

19:40-16:45

2 stops37h 05m

R25 504

Cape TownMexico City

CPT - MEX

CPTMEX

Cape Town Intl

Thu 9/10

19:50-17:50

2 stops30h 00m

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Thu 16/10

16:40-17:10

2 stops40h 30m

R25 767

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Best time to book a flight from South Africa to Mexico City

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Everything you need to know about your flight from South Africa to Mexico City

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from South Africa to Mexico City?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Mexico City (average of R1 086). Flying from South Africa to Mexico City in December is currently the most expensive (average of R1 566). 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 ZA to MEX?

When flying from South Africa to Mexico City, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Reviews of airlines servicing Mexico City

Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from South Africa to Mexico City, such as Emirates, KLM, andAir France. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Emirates

8,1

Very Good

3 318 reviews

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1 / 20

8,0

Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

CEB - CRK

On the plane it was good. They served me food for ky special request. But my baggage arrived late, so today I received my 1 luggage and still the other one is need wait.

Emirates

8,1

Very Good

3 318 reviews

Emirates

8,1

Very Good

3 318 reviews

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1 / 20

8,0

Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

CEB - CRK

On the plane it was good. They served me food for ky special request. But my baggage arrived late, so today I received my 1 luggage and still the other one is need wait.

KLM

7,8

Good

1 387 reviews

Emirates

8,1

Very Good

3 318 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

8,0

Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

CEB - CRK

On the plane it was good. They served me food for ky special request. But my baggage arrived late, so today I received my 1 luggage and still the other one is need wait.

Air France

7,4

Good

1 469 reviews

Emirates

8,1

Very Good

3 318 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

8,0

Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

CEB - CRK

On the plane it was good. They served me food for ky special request. But my baggage arrived late, so today I received my 1 luggage and still the other one is need wait.

United Airlines

7,4

Good

8 943 reviews

Emirates

8,1

Very Good

3 318 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

8,0

Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

CEB - CRK

On the plane it was good. They served me food for ky special request. But my baggage arrived late, so today I received my 1 luggage and still the other one is need wait.

British Airways

6,7

Okay

7 309 reviews

Emirates

8,1

Very Good

3 318 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

8,0

Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

CEB - CRK

On the plane it was good. They served me food for ky special request. But my baggage arrived late, so today I received my 1 luggage and still the other one is need wait.

Related info for your journey

What airport do you fly into for flights to Mexico City from South Africa?
If you book a flight to Mexico City from South Africa, you will be flying to Benito Juarez, which is the city’s only airport. Mexico City Benito Juarez (MEX) is located 8,9 km from the centre of Mexico City.
How long is the flight from South Africa to Mexico City?
Airlines like United Airlines, British Airways, and Delta fly from South Africa to Mexico City in about 29h 35m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 3h 45m. South Africa and Mexico City are separated by a distance of 14587 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.
What are the most popular routes from South Africa to Mexico City?
The most popular route from South Africa to Mexico City is Cape Town Intl - Mexico City Benito Juarez. You may also consider Durban King Shaka Intl - Mexico City Benito Juarez or Johannesburg OR Tambo - Mexico City Benito Juarez.
Can I find deals for flights from South Africa to Mexico City that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on South Africa to Mexico City flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from South Africa to Mexico City?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from South Africa to Mexico City.
Can I find deals for business class flights from South Africa to Mexico City?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from South Africa 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 South Africa to Mexico City?
Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Mexico City (average of R1 086). Flying from South Africa to Mexico City in December is currently the most expensive (average of R1 566). 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 7 airlines flying from South Africa to Mexico City

Airline	Cheapest	Average	Flexibility	On-time
British Airways	CheapestR18 677	AverageR23 614	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time70%	Search British Airways flights
KLM	CheapestR19 139	AverageR24 198	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time75%	Search KLM flights
Air France	CheapestR20 380	AverageR24 366	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time77%	Search Air France flights
United Airlines	CheapestR20 485	AverageR24 102	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time69%	Search United Airlines flights
Lufthansa	CheapestR21 573	AverageR36 738	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time76%	Search Lufthansa flights
Emirates	CheapestR23 308	AverageR28 475	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time75%	Search Emirates flights
LATAM Airlines	CheapestR27 314	AverageR34 360	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time81%	Search LATAM Airlines flights

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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from South Africa to Mexico City?

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Find hourly flight availability from South Africa 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 26 August 2025.

Reviews of airlines servicing Mexico City

Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from South Africa to Mexico City, such as Emirates, KLM, andAir France. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

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