Mexico City has two airports and five ways in from the main one. Here is the short version.
Check your airport#
MEX (Benito Juárez) is in the city, east of the centre. NLU (AIFA, Felipe Ángeles) is 45km north and a very different trip. Most international flights use MEX.
From MEX#
| Option | Time to Roma/Condesa | Cost (approx.) | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Authorised pre-paid taxi | 30–60 min | MXN 300–450 | Booths inside the terminal, fixed by zone |
| Uber / DiDi | 30–60 min | Often a bit less | Signed pickup zones, confirm the plate |
| Metrobús Line 4 | 40–60 min to Centro | A few pesos | Both terminals, takes luggage |
| Metro Line 5 | 45+ min | Cheapest | Stairs, crowds, not for big bags |
| Hotel transfer | 30–60 min | Varies | Easiest late at night |
Authorised taxis#
Walk past anyone offering a taxi. Inside the terminal, the booths (Sitio 300, Nueva Imagen, Yellow Cab and others) sell a ticket by zone; hand it to the driver outside. Fixed, safe, no meter.
Apps#
Order inside, then find the pickup zone: in Terminal 1 it has moved between doors over the years, so ask. Confirm plate and name before getting in.
Metrobús#
Line 4 is the public option that works with luggage: stops at both terminals, runs to the Centro Histórico via San Lázaro and Buenavista. Buy a card at the machine.
From AIFA#
Official buses run to points in the city (check the current list at the terminal), or pre-book a car and allow 1–2 hours. A taxi hailed at AIFA to Roma is a long, expensive ride.
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Meet a Local FriendFrequently Asked Questions
How do I get from Mexico City airport to Roma Norte or Condesa?
A pre-paid authorised taxi from the booths inside the terminal (MXN 300–450 range), or Uber/DiDi to the marked pickup points. Either takes 30–60 minutes depending on traffic.Is Uber safe from Mexico City airport?
Yes, and widely used. Order from inside the terminal and walk to the signed app pickup zone (ask staff; it moves between terminals). Confirm the plate. Never accept a ride from anyone who approaches you.Can I take the Metro from Mexico City airport?
Yes: Terminal Aérea station on Line 5 is a short walk from Terminal 1. It costs a few pesos but is crowded, has stairs, and large luggage is discouraged at rush hour. The Metrobús Line 4 is the better public option.What is the Metrobús from the airport?
Line 4 stops at both terminals and runs to the Centro Histórico (Buenavista and San Lázaro). It costs a little more than the Metro, takes luggage, and is the cheapest comfortable way in.How do I get from AIFA airport to Mexico City?
AIFA (Felipe Ángeles, NLU) is about 45km north. Official buses run to several points in the city including the Centro and Indios Verdes; a pre-booked car is 1–2 hours in traffic. Check which airport your ticket says before you fly.
