$94 Cheap Flights from Mexico City (MEX) to Mexicali (MXL)

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Popular airlines from Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) to Mexicali, Baja California Norte (MXL-General Rodolfo Sanchez Taboada Intl.)

Cheap Flights from Mexico City to Mexicali (MEX-MXL)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $94 for one-way flights and $175 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Viva
Sat, Mar 7 - Fri, Mar 13
MEX
Mexico City
MXL
Mexicali
$175 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$175
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Viva flight, departing Sat, Mar 7 from Mexico City to Mexicali, returning Fri, Mar 13, priced at $175 found 2 days ago
Viva
Sat, Mar 7 - Fri, Mar 13
MEX
Mexico City
MXL
Mexicali
$177 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$177
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Viva flight, departing Sat, Mar 7 from Mexico City to Mexicali, returning Fri, Mar 13, priced at $177 found 2 days ago
Volaris
Sat, Oct 4 - Sun, Oct 5
MEX
Mexico City
MXL
Mexicali
$185 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$185
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select Volaris flight, departing Sat, Oct 4 from Mexico City to Mexicali, returning Sun, Oct 5, priced at $185 found 2 hours ago
Volaris
Wed, Oct 8 - Sat, Oct 18
MEX
Mexico City
MXL
Mexicali
$189 Roundtrip, found 5 hours ago
$189
Roundtrip
found 5 hours ago
Select Volaris flight, departing Wed, Oct 8 from Mexico City to Mexicali, returning Sat, Oct 18, priced at $189 found 5 hours ago
Volaris
Sat, Sep 27 - Mon, Sep 29
MEX
Mexico City
MXL
Mexicali
$198 Roundtrip, found 23 hours ago
$198
Roundtrip
found 23 hours ago
Select Volaris flight, departing Sat, Sep 27 from Mexico City to Mexicali, returning Mon, Sep 29, priced at $198 found 23 hours ago
Viva
Tue, Oct 14 - Sun, Oct 19
MEX
Mexico City
MXL
Mexicali
$201 Roundtrip, found 16 hours ago
$201
Roundtrip
found 16 hours ago
Select Viva flight, departing Tue, Oct 14 from Mexico City to Mexicali, returning Sun, Oct 19, priced at $201 found 16 hours ago
Volaris
Sat, Oct 25 - Tue, Nov 4
MEX
Mexico City
MXL
Mexicali
$202 Roundtrip, found 5 hours ago
$202
Roundtrip
found 5 hours ago
Select Volaris flight, departing Sat, Oct 25 from Mexico City to Mexicali, returning Tue, Nov 4, priced at $202 found 5 hours ago
Aeromexico
Thu, Sep 25 - Mon, Oct 6
MEX
Mexico City
MXL
Mexicali
$214 Roundtrip, just found
$214
Roundtrip
just found
Select Aeromexico flight, departing Thu, Sep 25 from Mexico City to Mexicali, returning Mon, Oct 6, priced at $214 just found

Find the cheapest month to fly from Mexico City (MEX) to Mexicali (MXL)

February is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $79 - $200 per traveler.

Alternative airports near Mexicali

Prices were available within the past 7 days. Prices and availability are subject to change.

Select flight to General Rodolfo Sanchez Taboada Intl. MXL. Cheapest option available. Average driving time to city center is 20 minutes. Flights from $214
MXL
General Rodolfo Sanchez Taboada Intl.
Cheapest
Average driving time to city center20 min
Flights from $214
Flights from Mexico City (MEX) to Mexicali (MXL)
Origin airport
Mexico City Intl.
Destination airport
General Rodolfo Sanchez Taboada Intl.
Airlines serving
Aeromexico, Viva, Volaris
Roundtrip price
$174
Distance
1352 mi
Average flight time
2 hours 36 mins

Mexico City to Mexicali Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Mexico City to Mexicali

On average, Thursday can be the cheapest time to fly, according to data from the Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC), one of the world's biggest databases for global airline sales. The data reveals that you could save up to 16% by flying on a Thursday—the cheapest day to travel on average—instead of a Sunday—the most expensive. Some of the most affordable flights from Mexico City to Mexicali are during the month of March. You can find some of the cheapest flights from Mexico City to Mexicali with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

The best time to book a flight from Mexico City to Mexicali

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Mexico City to Mexicali: Tickets reserved on a Sunday cost between 6% and 13% less than those reserved on a Friday, according to ARC data. The data also suggests booking early can also lead to cheaper airfares. You could save 24% by buying your tickets for domestic flights at least a month in advance and 10% by booking international flights 2 months in advance.

 

How to find cheap round-trip tickets from Mexico City to Mexicali

Being flexible with your dates and using Expedia's Price Drop Protection and Price Tracking features are some of the best ways of finding a cheap ticket from Mexico City to Mexicali in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $94 one-way. Expedia also offers Price Drop Protection, so if the cost of your airfare goes down after booking, you'll receive a credit for the difference*. This is available for a small fee, and is free to One Key Gold and Platinum tier members.

 

Expedia's Price Tracking feature means you can stay on top of airfares without manually checking every day. It sends you automated price alerts for cheap Mexico City to Mexicali flights and uses historical data to indicate when the best time to book is. Download Expedia's free app to activate this handy tool in a few easy taps.

 

You could also save big by booking one of Expedia's vacation packages. Bundling together your Mexico City to Mexicali airfare with your accommodations and car rental is often cheaper than booking everything separately. There’s also One Key, Expedia's generous rewards program. Join for free and you could earn One Key cash on most bookings to save on future adventures.

 

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Disclaimer: ARC The statistics are based on average round-trip ticket prices between January and August 2023. The percentages you see are averages.

 

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from Mexico City Intl. Airport (MEX) to General Rodolfo Sanchez Taboada Intl. Airport (MXL) cost?
Snag a cheap one-way flight from $94 or cheap return flight from $175 from Mexico City Intl. Airport (MEX) to General Rodolfo Sanchez Taboada Intl. Airport (MXL) with Expedia. Enter your travel dates and sort by "Price (lowest to highest)" to find our cheapest flight offers on this route.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Mexico City Intl. Airport (MEX) to General Rodolfo Sanchez Taboada Intl. Airport (MXL)?
March is the most affordable month to fly from MEX to MXL. Traveling during quieter months is often the key to finding better deals on flights.
Which airlines fly direct from Mexico City Intl. Airport (MEX) to General Rodolfo Sanchez Taboada Intl. Airport (MXL)?
When flying out of Mexico City Intl. Airport (MEX), you can board a direct flight to General Rodolfo Sanchez Taboada Intl. Airport (MXL) with Aeromexico.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from Mexico City Intl. Airport (MEX) to General Rodolfo Sanchez Taboada Intl. Airport (MXL)?
While prices may vary depending on when you travel, Volaris and Aeromexico are often frequently picked for flights between Mexico City Intl. Airport (MEX) and General Rodolfo Sanchez Taboada Intl. Airport (MXL). You can also compare carriers on Expedia and use the "Sort by" filter to find the lowest-priced ticket for your MEX to MXL flight.
How many flights per day from Mexico City Intl. Airport (MEX) to General Rodolfo Sanchez Taboada Intl. Airport (MXL)?
With, on average, 3 nonstop flights that operate from Mexico City Intl. Airport (MEX) to General Rodolfo Sanchez Taboada Intl. Airport (MXL) daily, you'll be on your way in no time.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Mexico City Intl. Airport (MEX) to General Rodolfo Sanchez Taboada Intl. Airport (MXL)?
More passengers fly between MEX and MXL at 9 PM than at any other time. Rather go when it's quieter? Travel outside of rush hours and you're likely to save on your fare as well.
What day of the week has the most flights from MEX to MXL?
If you fly on a Friday, you'll get the biggest range of options for flights from Mexico City Intl. Airport (MEX) to General Rodolfo Sanchez Taboada Intl. Airport (MXL).
What is the earliest flight from Mexico City Intl. Airport (MEX) to General Rodolfo Sanchez Taboada Intl. Airport (MXL)?
Hop on the earliest flight at around 4:40AM UTC-6, leaving from Mexico City Intl. Airport (MEX). You'll be traveling for roughly 3h 36m, reaching General Rodolfo Sanchez Taboada Intl. Airport (MXL) at approximately 6:16AM UTC-8.
How long does it take to fly from Mexico City Intl. Airport (MEX) to General Rodolfo Sanchez Taboada Intl. Airport (MXL)?
Flights from MEX to MXL have an average travel time of 3 hours and 43 minutes. The distance between these two airports is 1,350 mi.
What airline has the least delays from MEX to MXL?
Consider traveling with Aeromexico if you'd like to fly straight from Mexico City Intl. Airport (MEX) to General Rodolfo Sanchez Taboada Intl. Airport (MXL) without any interruptions. This carrier has the best track record for punctuality, with an on-time score of 90%. Want to get notified of any changes? You can keep an eye on your flight status using the Expedia App.
What is the best time to fly from Mexico City Intl. Airport (MEX) to General Rodolfo Sanchez Taboada Intl. Airport (MXL)?
To avoid potential delays on the Mexico City Intl. Airport (MEX) to General Rodolfo Sanchez Taboada Intl. Airport (MXL) route, aim to travel before 3 PM. Flights after this time are 22% more likely to be canceled.**Most reliable time of the day and month to travel recommendation is based on January through August 2024 flight status data sourced from OAG's global flight data platform.
What airports do you fly into for Mexicali from Mexico City Intl. Airport (MEX)?
General Rodolfo Sanchez Taboada Intl. Airport (MXL) is the only airport in Mexicali with direct flights from Mexico City Intl. Airport (MEX). Consider your options and find affordable fares on Expedia.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Mexico City Intl. Airport (MEX) to General Rodolfo Sanchez Taboada Intl. Airport (MXL) last-minute?
Booking your ticket from MEX to MXL just before your getaway is typically more expensive. However, if there's some wiggle room with your schedule, you could bag a cheap last-minute fare.
Is it cheaper to book a MEX to MXL flight and hotel package?
You'll typically save money by booking a MEX to MXL flight and hotel package compared to booking separately. In fact, travelers could save hundreds of dollars by bundling with Expedia. And it's easy to manage everything in one convenient place. After selecting your preferred accommodations and flights, consider adding extras including activities, tours and car rentals.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Mexico City Intl. Airport (MEX) to General Rodolfo Sanchez Taboada Intl. Airport (MXL)?
Typically, it's possible to cancel or reschedule your MEX to MXL flight. However, for bookings made more than 24 hours ago, additional charges may apply. Refer to your airline's policies in your itinerary to see what changes are allowed and whether any costs are involved. You'll also find more information on our Customer Service portal.

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