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Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) to City Center

Complete guide for getting from Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport to Mexico City city center. Find out about taxi fares, distance, duration, and travel tips.

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Taxi from Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport to City Center

Official airport taxis from Mexico City International Airport to the city center have fixed fares. Expect 250-360 MXN during the day and 360-420 MXN at night or after dark. Prices depend on zones like Centro Histórico and may include surcharges for late hours from 00:00 to 05:00, adding 50-100 MXN.

Zones are marked at taxi booths after baggage claim, with fares posted for destinations such as downtown or Reforma. An airport access fee of 20-60 MXN and tolls may apply extra. Always buy a prepaid ticket to lock in the rate and avoid surprises.

Private transfers cost more at 380-520 MXN, offering fixed prices with English-speaking drivers. Check boards for exact fares to your area, as traffic can affect time but not the set price.

Taxi Tips & Safety

Find official taxis at booths labeled Taxi Seguro inside terminals after baggage claim. Buy a prepaid voucher there, then join the supervised queue outside to match with your driver. This ensures safety and fixed pricing.

Avoid scams by ignoring touts offering rides outside or cheaper deals; stick to authorized stands. Use apps like Uber or Didi only after exiting to a pickup zone, as direct airport pickups can face issues. Pay cash for taxis or app for rideshares, and request a receipt.

Safety tips include noting the taxi number and driver details from your ticket. Travel in groups if possible at night, and tip 10-20 MXN or round up for good service with luggage help.

Alternative Transport

Metro Line 5 from Terminal Aérea station outside Terminal 1 costs just 5 MXN to the city center. It takes 30-45 minutes with possible transfers but is crowded and not ideal for heavy bags.

Metrobús Line 4 offers a direct affordable route for about 4-20 MXN with an Integrated Mobility Card costing 15 MXN. Expect 35-50 minutes to downtown, less crowded than metro but still budget-friendly.

Shuttles provide door-to-door service at 600-1200 MXN, more than taxis but comfortable. Buses are cheap at around 2 USD, taking similar times to public options for a simple comparison.

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