{"response": {"Key": "JFK-MEX", "orig": {"code": "JFK", "type": "airport", "city": "New York City", "fullCity": "New York City, New York", "airport": "John F Kennedy Intl Airport"}, "dest": {"code": "MEX", "type": "airport", "city": "Mexico City", "fullCity": "Mexico City, Ciudad de México", "airport": "Benito Juárez Intl Airport"}, "faq": {"q0": {"question": "What is the typical flight duration from New York City to Mexico City?", "answer": "The flight from New York City to Mexico City is about 2,090 miles and typically takes 5 hours 35 minutes nonstop. The return leg is shorter at 5 hours 0 minutes, owing to prevailing winds. Connecting itineraries can run roughly 7 to 12 hours total.", "methodology": "Carrier service, flight times and distances for this route come from our flight-schedule database, which draws on published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data, and observed operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). We report the days of the week and the departure times each carrier operates. The typical flight time is the median scheduled block time, given both per carrier and across all carriers on the route; where a schedule does not publish an elapsed time, it is derived from the scheduled departure and arrival times converted to UTC. Outbound and return times are computed by the same method, so the difference between them is directly comparable and reflects prevailing winds rather than any change in derivation. Distance is the great-circle distance between the two specific airports named, so an actual flown track is typically 2-5% longer. Where shown, on-time departure and arrival rates and cancellation rates come from the U.S. Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS) Airline On-Time Performance dataset, which covers U.S. domestic routes only; where a typical fare is shown, it comes from the U.S. DOT Airline Origin and Destination Survey (DB1B), a quarterly 10% sample of tickets sold.", "toolsUsed": ["flight_schedule"]}, "q1": {"question": "Are there any direct flights from New York City to Mexico City?", "answer": "Yes, there are nonstop flights from JFK to Mexico City. Aeromexico, American Airlines, Delta, and VivaAerobus all fly the route daily, with Aeromexico offering the most frequencies at 95 weekly departures, followed by American at 42, Delta at 41, and VivaAerobus at 7.", "methodology": "Airlines and weekly frequencies are compiled from our flight-schedule database, which combines published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data from the Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS), and observed flight operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). We count each operating carrier's scheduled weekly departures and the days it flies; where there is no nonstop service, connecting carriers are identified by linking scheduled nonstop segments through common hub airports. Where a median fare is shown for a carrier, it reflects the real fares Priceline users found on this route in the last 72 hours.", "toolsUsed": ["route_airlines"]}, "q3": {"question": "What are the ground transportation options in Mexico City?", "answer": "At Mexico City's Benito Juárez International Airport, the Metrobús Line 4 is the most-used and fastest public transit link to downtown, running from both terminals via a dedicated lane with a smart card fare. Official airport taxis are available at fixed rates from kiosks inside the terminals and offer a direct, secure ride to the city center. Ride-share services like Uber and Didi are widely used and can be requested from the airport, though pickup locations may be designated. Car rentals are available at the airport but are generally not recommended for getting to the city center due to heavy traffic and limited parking. The Metrobús is the most popular choice for its balance of speed and cost, while taxis and ride-shares are preferred for convenience and luggage.", "toolsUsed": [], "references": [{"url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Transportation_in_Mexico_City", "title": "Transportation in Mexico City", "time_published": "2026-06-17T23:44:52Z"}, {"url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mexico%20City%20International%20Airport", "title": "Mexico City International Airport", "time_published": "2026-04-28T12:29:12Z"}, {"url": "https://www.aicm.com.mx/en/passengers/services/service-providers/transportation/metrobus", "title": "Metrobus | Aeropuerto Internacional de la Ciudad de México", "time_published": "2025-06-04T21:48:43Z"}, {"url": "https://www.aicm.com.mx/en/passengers/services/service-providers/transportation/buses", "title": "Buses | Aeropuerto Internacional de la Ciudad de México", "time_published": "2024-11-13T05:59:53Z"}, {"url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Transportation%20in%20Mexico%20City", "title": "Transportation in Mexico City", "time_published": "2026-04-26T16:50:05Z"}]}, "q4": {"question": "When is the cheapest time to fly from New York City to Mexico City?", "answer": "The cheapest months to fly from New York City to Mexico City are September, October, and August, with average fares around $443, $486, and $498, respectively. The most expensive months are December, March, and January, where average prices reach $708, $672, and $629.", "methodology": "This 'good deal' estimate shows a representative best price for each departure date across roughly a 12-month window (about 3 months back and 9 months forward). It is built from real flight prices found by Priceline users searching this route, accumulated into a price history for each departure date. Rather than weighting all of that history equally, we apply exponential time decay so recent prices dominate — a price seen yesterday counts almost in full, one from about a month ago roughly a third, and prices from a few months back very little — giving a figure that tracks today's market instead of a stale long-run average. Clear price outliers are removed before any calculation, departure dates with no observations are filled in from nearby dates, and the resulting curve is lightly smoothed so it reads as a clean seasonal trend rather than day-to-day noise.", "toolsUsed": ["seasonal_prices"]}, "q5": {"question": "How far in advance should I book tickets from New York City to Mexico City?", "answer": "For flights from New York City to Mexico City, the best time to book is about 4 to 6 weeks before departure, when average fares are around $561. Booking around 25 days out can yield a slightly lower price near $555, while last-minute tickets spike to over $760. During peak summer or holiday periods, it's wise to book a bit earlier — roughly 8 to 10 weeks ahead — as demand can push prices higher and reduce availability within the usual window.", "methodology": "This booking-window guidance is built from the same real flight prices found by Priceline users searching this route, re-grouped by how many days before departure each price was seen (from the departure day out to about 180 days ahead) across the route's price history. At each booking lead time we report the 25th-percentile price — the cheaper end of what travelers were quoted, rather than the rock-bottom minimum (which can be a fluke) or the average (which is pulled up by expensive last-minute fares). The buy-or-wait advice then applies a risk premium that grows as departure approaches, since seat availability shrinks and prices become less predictable; using that adjusted curve we flag windows where waiting is likely to save a meaningful amount (at least $20 or 5%) versus windows where booking now is the better call. Isolated single-day recommendations are filtered out, so the advice only reflects a window that holds for several days in a row.", "toolsUsed": ["booking_timing"]}, "q6": {"question": "Are overnight (red‑eye) flights available from New York City to Mexico City?", "answer": "No overnight red-eye flights operate on this route — neither nonstop nor connecting itineraries with a red-eye long leg are scheduled.", "methodology": "Red-eye flights are identified from scheduled local departure and arrival times in our flight-schedule database — built from published airline timetables and official schedule data, including U.S. Department of Transportation records for domestic routes — flagging services that depart late at night and arrive the following morning; for connecting itineraries the red-eye is based on the timing of the overnight long-haul leg.", "toolsUsed": ["redeye_flights"]}, "q7": {"question": "Which airlines usually operate this route from New York City to Mexico City?", "answer": "From New York JFK to Mexico City, non‑stop flights are operated by Aeromexico, American Airlines, Delta, and VivaAerobus. Aeromexico leads with up to 95 weekly flights (median fare around $690), followed by American at 42 weekly ($822, often the low‑fare leader), Delta at 41 weekly ($690), and VivaAerobus with 7 weekly ($584).", "methodology": "Airlines and weekly frequencies are compiled from our flight-schedule database, which combines published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data from the Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS), and observed flight operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). We count each operating carrier's scheduled weekly departures and the days it flies; where there is no nonstop service, connecting carriers are identified by linking scheduled nonstop segments through common hub airports. Where a median fare is shown for a carrier, it reflects the real fares Priceline users found on this route in the last 72 hours.", "toolsUsed": ["route_airlines"]}, "q8": {"question": "If I need a connection, what are common layover cities between New York City and Mexico City?", "answer": "Common layover cities include Houston, Dallas/Fort Worth, Atlanta, and Miami. These hubs offer frequent flights and efficient connections, often keeping total travel time competitive. Houston and Dallas/Fort Worth provide broad domestic and international networks, while Atlanta and Miami serve as major gateways with streamlined transfer processes. Since this is an international route, ensure your passport is valid."}, "q10": {"question": "Which months have the best weather for traveling to Mexico City?", "answer": "March to May offers warm days, cool nights, low rainfall, and fewer tourists before summer."}, "q11": {"question": "What documents should I bring with me to the airport when flying from New York City to Mexico City?", "answer": "Bring a passport valid for at least six months, any required visa or Mexico's FMM tourist card, proof of onward or return travel, a payment method for baggage and any necessary vaccination or insurance documents."}, "q12": {"question": "Which airport should I use in Mexico City?", "answer": "Mexico City has one main commercial airport, Benito Juárez International, which serves all international and domestic flights and is located about 5 km east of the historic centre."}, "q13": {"question": "How do I get to John F Kennedy Intl Airport from the city center?", "answer": "From Midtown Manhattan, the AirTrain combined with the Long Island Rail Road or subway is the most popular and often fastest public transit option, while licensed yellow taxis offer a convenient flat-rate ride directly to your terminal. Ride-share apps like Uber and Lyft pick up at designated areas outside baggage claim, and shared shuttle vans provide a more budget-friendly door-to-door alternative. Driving and parking are available but can be expensive and subject to traffic; the AirTrain also connects to the rental car center at Federal Circle.", "toolsUsed": [], "references": [{"url": "http://jfkairport.com/transportation", "title": "Transportation Options - JFK Airport", "favicon": "http://jfkairport.com/images/shared/favicon/jfk_favicon.ico", "time_published": "2025-12-23T18:54:39Z"}, {"url": "https://jfkairport.com/transportation/ride-share-services", "title": "Ride Share Information - JFK Airport", "favicon": "https://jfkairport.com/images/shared/favicon/jfk_favicon.ico", "time_published": "2025-11-07T16:18:43Z"}, {"url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?curid=97218&diff=1343981798&oldid=1343041901&title=John_F._Kennedy_International_Airport", "title": "John F. Kennedy International Airport: Difference between revisions", "time_published": "2026-03-17T15:31:18Z"}, {"url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/John%20F.%20Kennedy%20International%20Airport", "title": "John F. Kennedy International Airport", "time_published": "2026-04-30T21:30:04Z"}, {"url": "https://portfolio.panynj.gov/2015/12/15/jfk-five-things-ok-technically-six-things-you-probably-didnt-know-about-john-f-kennedy-international-airport/", "title": "JFK: Five Things (OK, Technically Six Things) You Probably Didn’t Know About John F. Kennedy International Airport |", "time_published": "2015-12-15T15:00:57Z"}]}, "q14": {"question": "Are there hotels or sleeping facilities at Mexico City airport?", "answer": "Mexico City's Benito Juárez International Airport does not have on-site hotels, but it does offer sleep capsules in both Terminal 1 and Terminal 2 for resting between flights. No shuttle is needed to reach them, as they are located inside the terminals. If you prefer a traditional hotel, several nearby hotels are connected by shuttle.", "toolsUsed": [], "references": [{"url": "https://www.sleepinginairports.net/guides/mexico-city-airport-guide.htm", "title": "Mexico City Airport Guide (MEX) - Sleeping in Airports", "favicon": "https://www.sleepinginairports.net/nitropack_static/oBWrHkPujHTPIaVWqdDSDhClXUyrYhhb/assets/images/optimized/rev-b853180/www.sleepinginairports.net/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/cropped-sia-logo-180x180.png", "time_published": "2018-08-08T21:00:53Z"}, {"url": "https://www.sleepinginairports.net/lounge/mexico-city-airport/avianca-lounge-mex.htm", "title": "Mexico City Airport Guide (MEX) - Sleeping in Airports", "time_published": "2026-04-13T19:40:58Z"}, {"url": "https://activities.marriott.com/north-america/mexico/mexico-state/mexico-city/activities/transfer_assistance_one_way_from_to_mexico_city_airport_hotel-XX8RNJ?property=MEXCM", "title": "Transfer & assistance one-way from/to Mexico City Airport/hotel", "time_published": "2026-04-05T00:00:00Z"}, {"url": "https://activities.marriott.com/north-america/mexico/mexico-state/mexico-city/activities/transfer_assistance_one_way_from_to_mexico_city_airport_hotel-XX8RNJ?property=MEXNA", "title": "Transfer & assistance one-way from/to Mexico City Airport/hotel", "time_published": "2026-06-09T00:00:00Z"}, {"url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mexico_City_International_Airport", "title": "Mexico City International Airport", "time_published": "2026-07-06T11:52:53Z"}, {"url": "http://www.sleepinginairports.net/northamerica/mexicocity-airport.htm", "title": "Mexico City Airport Guide (MEX) - Sleeping in Airports", "time_published": "2026-01-12T19:06:16Z"}]}, "q15": {"question": "Are there currency exchange offices, prayer rooms and Wi‑Fi at Benito Juárez Intl Airport?", "answer": "Benito Juárez International Airport offers currency exchange services through several providers in both terminals, with typical locations in the arrivals and departures areas. Prayer rooms are available as multidenominational chapels in Terminal 1 (near gate 7) and Terminal 2 (near gate 3). Free Wi‑Fi is provided throughout the airport, with connection points in all public areas of both terminals.", "toolsUsed": [], "references": [{"url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mexico_City_International_Airport", "title": "Mexico City International Airport", "time_published": "2026-07-06T11:52:53Z"}, {"url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?mobileaction=toggle_view_mobile&title=Mexico_City_International_Airport&uselang=en", "title": "Mexico City International Airport", "favicon": "https://en.wikipedia.org/static/apple-touch/wikipedia.png", "time_published": "2002-10-05T20:31:53Z"}, {"url": "https://www.aicm.com.mx/en/passengers/services/service-providers/transportation/metrobus", "title": "Metrobus | Aeropuerto Internacional de la Ciudad de México", "time_published": "2025-06-04T21:48:43Z"}, {"url": "https://www.aicm.com.mx/en/passengers/services/service-providers/transportation/buses", "title": "Buses | Aeropuerto Internacional de la Ciudad de México", "time_published": "2024-11-13T05:59:53Z"}, {"url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mexico%20City%20International%20Airport", "title": "Mexico City International Airport", "time_published": "2026-04-28T12:29:12Z"}]}, "q17": {"question": "What aircraft are typically used on flights from New York City to Mexico City?", "answer": "The Boeing 737 MAX 8 is the most common aircraft on nonstop flights from New York JFK to Mexico City, flown by United, American, and Aeromexico. Aeromexico also occasionally uses a Boeing 787-9, and VivaAerobus operates the route with an Airbus A320. The exact aircraft can vary by day and airline, but these are the types typically seen on the nonstop service.", "methodology": "Aircraft types are taken from the equipment each operating carrier schedules on this route, drawn from published airline timetables and airline equipment schedules in our flight-schedule database. They describe typical scheduled aircraft and can vary with seasonal or day-of-week assignments and last-minute equipment swaps.", "toolsUsed": ["route_aircraft"]}, "q18": {"question": "Which airline alliances serve flights from New York City to Mexico City?", "answer": "SkyTeam (via Aeroméxico and Delta) and Oneworld (via American Airlines) serve JFK–MEX nonstop. Viva Aerobus also flies the route but belongs to no global alliance.", "methodology": "Airlines and weekly frequencies are compiled from our flight-schedule database, which combines published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data from the Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS), and observed flight operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). We count each operating carrier's scheduled weekly departures and the days it flies; where there is no nonstop service, connecting carriers are identified by linking scheduled nonstop segments through common hub airports. Where a median fare is shown for a carrier, it reflects the real fares Priceline users found on this route in the last 72 hours.", "toolsUsed": ["route_airlines", "article_lookup"]}, "q20": {"question": "What are the best airport lounge options when departing from New York City?", "answer": "At JFK, Terminal 4 offers the Delta Sky Club (two locations, accessible with Delta One, SkyTeam premium cabins, or Delta Sky Club membership), the American Express Centurion Lounge (Platinum Card holders and Centurion members), the Virgin Atlantic Clubhouse (Upper Class and Flying Club Gold), and the Chase Sapphire Lounge by The Club with Etihad Airways (Priority Pass and Chase Sapphire Reserve cardholders). Terminal 1 features the Air France Lounge (La Première, business class, and SkyTeam Elite Plus), the Lufthansa Senator and Business Lounges (first/business class and Star Alliance Gold), the Turkish Airlines Lounge (business class and Miles&Smiles Elite), the Korean Air KAL Business Class Lounge (Prestige Class and SkyTeam Elite Plus), and the Primeclass Lounge (Priority Pass and day pass). Notable amenities include Clarins spa treatments at the Air France Lounge, a covered Sky Deck at the new Delta Sky Club in Concourse A, and craft cocktails at the Primeclass Lounge.", "toolsUsed": [], "references": [{"url": "https://americanexpress.com/en-us/travel/lounges/the-platinum-card/JFK", "title": "American Express Lounges at John F. Kennedy International Airport | Amex US", "favicon": "https://www.americanexpress.com/apple-touch-icon-152x152.png"}, {"url": "https://americanexpress.com/en-us/travel/lounges/delta-reserve/JFK", "title": "American Express Lounges at John F. 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Basic economy on this route often excludes a free checked bag, while standard economy typically includes one checked bag and a carry-on. Premium cabins and higher fares offer more generous allowances."}, "q22": {"question": "What cabin and seat options are typical from New York City to Mexico City?", "answer": "Flights from New York City to Mexico City typically offer Economy and flat‑bed Business class; Premium Economy is uncommon, and First class is not generally available on this route."}, "q23": {"question": "Are same‑day changes or standby possible on this route?", "answer": "Policies vary by airline and fare type; flexible and premium cabin tickets generally allow same‑day changes or standby, while basic economy fares typically do not."}}}}