Direct (nonstop) flights from Mexicali to Mexico City

2 airlines fly nonstop from General Rodolfo Sanchez Taboada International (MXL) to Mexico City International Airport (MEX). It's 1,351 miles (2,175 km), about 3h 18m in the air. Operated by Aeromexico, Volaris.

MXL
General Rodolfo Sanchez Taboada International
🇲🇽 Mexicali, Mexico
MEX
Mexico City International Airport
🇲🇽 Mexico City, Mexico
Flight Time
3h 18m
Distance
1,351 mi
2,175 km
CO₂/pax
228 kg
−50 kg vs. layover
Airlines
2
Aeromexico +1
Time Diff
+1h
Operated by Aeromexico Aeromexico Volaris Volaris

Route data last updated: May 30, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Aeromexico AM Aeromexico
Route
MXL → MEX
Flight Time
3h 18m
Distance
1,351 mi
Volaris Y4 Volaris
Route
MXL → MEX
Flight Time
3h 18m
Distance
1,351 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Mexicali to Mexico City with one stop · direct emits 228 kg CO₂ per passenger

MXL CUL (Culiacan) MEX
Leg 1: 1h 49m (718 mi) Leg 2: 2h (651 mi) Total: ~3h 49m 🍃 278 kg CO₂ (+22% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MXL → CUL
1h 49m · 718 mi
View MXL to CUL flights →
Leg 2
CUL → MEX
2h · 651 mi
View CUL to MEX flights →
MXL HMO (Hermosillo) MEX
Leg 1: 1h 10m (349 mi) Leg 2: 2h 40m (1,005 mi) Total: ~3h 50m 🍃 260 kg CO₂ (+14% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MXL → HMO
1h 10m · 349 mi
View MXL to HMO flights →
Leg 2
HMO → MEX
2h 40m · 1,005 mi
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MXL LMM (Los Mochis) MEX
Leg 1: 1h 37m (606 mi) Leg 2: 2h 15m (770 mi) Total: ~3h 52m 🍃 279 kg CO₂ (+22% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MXL → LMM
1h 37m · 606 mi
View MXL to LMM flights →
Leg 2
LMM → MEX
2h 15m · 770 mi
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MXL BJX (Leon/Guanajuato) MEX
Leg 1: 2h 42m (1,166 mi) Leg 2: 1h 15m (190 mi) Total: ~3h 57m 🍃 257 kg CO₂ (+13% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MXL → BJX
2h 42m · 1,166 mi
View MXL to BJX flights →
Leg 2
BJX → MEX
1h 15m · 190 mi
View BJX to MEX flights →
MXL MLM (Morelia) MEX
Leg 1: 2h 55m (1,244 mi) Leg 2: 1h 11m (130 mi) Total: ~4h 6m 🍃 259 kg CO₂ (+14% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MXL → MLM
2h 55m · 1,244 mi
View MXL to MLM flights →
Leg 2
MLM → MEX
1h 11m · 130 mi
View MLM to MEX flights →

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Mexicali to Mexico City?

A nonstop flight from Mexicali (MXL) to Mexico City (MEX) takes approximately 3 hours and 18 minutes. The distance is 1,351 miles (2,175 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Mexicali to Mexico City?

2 airlines: Aeromexico, Volaris.

Is there a nonstop flight from Mexicali to Mexico City?

Yes. 2 airlines: Aeromexico, Volaris.

How far is Mexicali from Mexico City?

The flight distance from Mexicali to Mexico City is 1,351 miles (2,175 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as New York to Miami.

What type of aircraft flies from Mexicali to Mexico City?

At 3h 18m, this route typically uses narrow-body or mid-range jets — Boeing 737 MAX or Airbus A320neo. Varies by airline.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Mexicali to Mexico City?

Roughly 228 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 1,140 km.

Is the return flight from Mexico City to Mexicali also nonstop?

Yes — nonstop flights run both ways. Flight time may differ slightly due to wind patterns.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Mexicali to Mexico City?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. 3-6 weeks ahead is a good window for this route. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at General Rodolfo Sanchez Taboada International for this flight?

1.5-2 hours for domestic. Add more time during holidays or busy travel weekends.