How often are flights from New York to Mexico delayed?

Historically, on average around 15% of flights between New York and Mexico have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 160 minutes.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from New York to Mexico?

Spirit Airlines, United Airlines, and JetBlue are the most popular carriers operating from New York to Mexico

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Wednesday is statistically the day of the week that experiences the fewest delays on this flight route. Sunday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

What is the most punctual flight time for New York to Mexico flights?

Generally, flights departing at night tend to experience fewer delays. Flights departing in the evening have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

How many flights depart from New York to Mexico on average per week?

As of December 2025, there are 84 flights per week flying from New York to Mexico. The most common day of the week flights depart is Mon, with 14% of flights taking off on this day.

How many flights depart from New York to Mexico on average per day?

The number of flights available between New York and Mexico is 12 per day as of December 2025. The most frequent departure time is 07:00, with 65% of daily flights leaving at midday.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on New York to Mexico flights?

According to our data, Aeromexico have had the fewest delays on this route over the last 12 months, with about 12% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

How long is the flight from New York to Mexico?

On average, it takes 5h 39m to fly from New York to Mexico if you fly out of Newark (the most popular airport in New York) and into Mexico City (the most popular airport in Mexico). If you’re flying out of New York and into Mexico City, then the flight time is around 11h 30m.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from New York to Mexico?

Prices for flights from New York to Mexico are updated daily.

How old do you have to be to fly from New York to Mexico?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from New York to Mexico.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Mexico?

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Mexico may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Mexico. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Mexico?

The cheapest month to fly to Mexico from New York is in June. Flight prices, which tend to average around $674, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you aren’t able to travel during the month of June, then book flights to Mexico from New York during March instead. Flights to Mexico in March, while not as cheap as those in June, still average around $686.

What is the cheapest New York to Mexico flight route?

Fly from Newark to Mexico City Benito Juarez for the best New York - Mexico flight prices

How far in advance should I book a flight to Mexico?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Mexico from New York when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Mexico for around $799 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Mexico from New York for as low as $742 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on New York to Mexico flights?

There are 2 cabin classes available to choose from on New York to Mexico flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Can stopping save me money on New York to Mexico flights?

No. A direct flight is the cheapest option for a flight between New York to Mexico.

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Best price found	$218
Fastest flight time	4h 17m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in Mexico	129 airports

The best one-way flight to Mexico from New York in the past 72 hours is $218. The best return flight deal from New York to Mexico found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $735.

The fastest flight from New York to Mexico takes 4h 17m

Direct flights go from New York to Mexico every day.

There are 129 airports in Mexico. From New York there are direct flights to Cancun (CUN).

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from New York to Mexico?
Prices for flights from New York to Mexico are updated daily.
How old do you have to be to fly from New York to Mexico?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from New York to Mexico.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Mexico?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Mexico may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Mexico. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from New York to Mexico?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular plane model on flight routes from New York to Mexico is Boeing 737 MAX 8 (21.45% of total bookings). The next most popular plane models are Airbus A320-100/200 (18.14%), Airbus A321neo (12.16%), and Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner (7.99%).

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Can I find flights from New York to Mexico with flexible booking policies on momondo?

Flights from New York to Mexico with flexible booking policies can be found by using the search form above and then selecting our dedicated flexible booking filter, which will highlight only the flights where this policy is applied.

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If you are simply researching potential flights to Mexico, momondo offers a useful price alert feature which will track prices for flights to Mexico from New York and alert you when they change.

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What cabin class options are available on New York to Mexico flights?

There are 2 cabin classes available to choose from on New York to Mexico flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Can stopping save me money on New York to Mexico flights?

No. A direct flight is the cheapest option for a flight between New York to Mexico.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from New York to Mexico?

Spirit Airlines, United Airlines, and JetBlue are the most popular carriers operating from New York to Mexico

How often are flights from New York to Mexico delayed?

Historically, on average around 15% of flights between New York and Mexico have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 160 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for New York to Mexico flights?

Generally, flights departing at night tend to experience fewer delays. Flights departing in the evening have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Wednesday is statistically the day of the week that experiences the fewest delays on this flight route. Sunday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on New York to Mexico flights?

According to our data, Aeromexico have had the fewest delays on this route over the last 12 months, with about 12% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

How many flights depart from New York to Mexico on average per day?

The number of flights available between New York and Mexico is 12 per day as of December 2025. The most frequent departure time is 07:00, with 65% of daily flights leaving at midday.

How many flights depart from New York to Mexico on average per week?

As of December 2025, there are 84 flights per week flying from New York to Mexico. The most common day of the week flights depart is Mon, with 14% of flights taking off on this day.

How long is the flight from New York to Mexico?

On average, it takes 5h 39m to fly from New York to Mexico if you fly out of Newark (the most popular airport in New York) and into Mexico City (the most popular airport in Mexico). If you’re flying out of New York and into Mexico City, then the flight time is around 11h 30m.

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Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal from New York to Mexico?

Can I find flights from New York to Mexico with flexible booking policies on momondo?

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I’m not ready to book a flight from New York to Mexico right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?

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