Mexico City - Airport Information
Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport
The airport at Mexico City is one of the busiest airports in America.
Recently expanded, the newest wing of Mexico City International Airport is a state-of-the-art extension of the east end of the airport.
Airport Facilities
A wide selection of restaurants can be found throughout the several lounges including fast food and 24-hour restaurants. Traditional Mexican dishes are available as well as western food. There are also speciality ice cream outlets, cafeterias and bars in the lounges.
Further facilities include: medical facilities located on the upper level of Lounge C, with office 15 providing 24-hour vaccination services. Prescription medicines are available at the pharmacies in Lounge C and F. A post office is located in Lounge A. Storage lockers are located in Lounge A and Lounge E, $US5 for 24 hours per bag.
Business and Meetings
Internet access is provided in Lounge E's Axon Cyber Cafe. Mobile phone rentals are also available at the airport.
Shopping and Money
A variety of shops are located throughout the lounges, including newstands, clothes, handcrafts, and duty-free and jewelery stores.
Full banking facilities are provided in almost all the lounges and ATMs are located in Lounge A, under Lounge B, and across Lounges E and F. Currency exchange booths are located in all lounges and are open from 6 am to 8 pm.
Special Needs Passengers
Passengers with special needs are advised to inform their airline of any special requirements prior to arrival.
Baggage
If you arrive with many bags and cannot handle them on your own, ask for a "Maletero". They all wear a certain uniform and carry your bags until your transportation destination. They do expect a tip, which depends on the numbers of luggage and how far they have to carry it.
Information
Further information is available at the tourist information booths located in Lounge A and F.
Airport information: + 52 (55) 5571 3600
Flight information: + 52 (55) 5571 3600
Mexico City International Airport Transportation
By Taxi
Use ONLY official taxis, as new-arrivals are prey to those posing as taxi-drivers. Do not enter an unmarked or independent cab, and specially avoid Volkswagen ‘bug’ cabs.
Official taxis are located outside the baggage claim area, at the end of Lounges A and E. They are positioned beside the arrival gates in booths marked ‘Taxi/Transportacion Terrestre’. Staff wear bright-yellow jackets emblazoned with ‘Taxi Autorizado’. The cabs themselves are yellow with a white taxi light on the roof, and an airport symbol painted on the doors. Tickets can be bought at the taxi counters inside the terminal, and you should advise staff of your destination. Fees for transportation are clearly displayed and are classified by geographical zones.
By Car
To reach the airport by car from Mexico City (downtown), take Paseo de la Reforma East, then turn right to Av Rio Consulado East, then turn right to Circuito Interior Highway East.
By Rail
A metro station is located near the baggage claim, but is only recommended if travelling lightly. The Terminal Area station is marked by an M symbol, and is located on Metro Line 5. Trains run every 10 minutes, until 1 am. Paguro recommends that you visit the metro for the first time on a weekend, and not at your first arrival into Mexico City.
By Bus
Buses to various destinations are available and depart from outside the Domestic Terminal near lounge D. Pullman de Morelos connects Cuernavaca frequently, between 6:30am-11:00pm. Other destinations include Pachuca, Queretaro, San Miguel de Allende, Leon and several others. Some hotels provide a shuttle service to the city; enquire when booking your hotel.
Parking
Both short and long-term parking are available close to all airport lounges including a multi-level parking lot.
Airport information: + 52 (55) 5571 3600
Flight information: + 52 (55) 5571 3600
