Cheap Flights from Cape Town to Mexico City
Round-trip economy fares between Cape Town (CPT) and Mexico City (MEX) average A$1,397 across the year. Book for September and typical prices fall to A$1,257. The 13,711 km hop takes about 16.7 hours non-stop, and the nicest window to visit Mexico City is November – April (dry season).
Today's tracked low
A$1,194 −5% vs. seasonal low
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When is the cheapest time to fly from Cape Town to Mexico City?
Average round-trip economy fare by departure month. September is the statistical sweet spot at A$1,257.
| Month | Avg. round-trip | vs. yearly average |
|---|---|---|
| January | A$1,369 | −A$28 |
| February | A$1,397 | +A$0 |
| March | A$1,509 | +A$112 |
| April | A$1,481 | +A$84 |
| May | A$1,341 | −A$56 |
| June | A$1,285 | −A$112 |
| July | A$1,453 | +A$56 |
| August | A$1,425 | +A$28 |
| September Cheapest | A$1,257 | −A$140 |
| October | A$1,313 | −A$84 |
| November | A$1,481 | +A$84 |
| December | A$1,648 | +A$251 |
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Cape Town to Mexico City flight FAQs
- What is the cheapest month to fly from Cape Town to Mexico City?
- September is typically cheapest, with round-trips from A$1,257 — about A$140 under the yearly average of A$1,397.
- How long is the flight from Cape Town to Mexico City?
- Non-stop services cover the 13,711 km route in roughly 16.7 hours.
- When is the best time to visit Mexico City?
- November – April (dry season). Entry requirements: Visa-free up to 180 days for most Western passports.