6+ Hours at Mexico City Airport
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Spend your 6+ hour layover exploring the city or the surrounding area instead of sitting in the terminal. Check out these options for a longer layover at Mexico City Airport.
Head downtown
If you have a longer layover at MEX, leave your luggage at the airport and take the opportunity to explore the city. Mexico City International Airport is located just 4 miles from the historic centre of Mexico City and is well connected via public transport links. Templo Mayor, a historic temple dating from Aztec times is a must-see and the accompanying museum is a great place to spend a few hours. For more information on things to do while you are in Mexico City, check out the Lonely Planet Mexico City Guide. Always make sure you leave plenty of time to get back to the airport and through security before your next flight.Transport Options
Bus: Mexico City International Airport has two 24 hour bus terminals. The bus routes connect the airport to Mexico City and the surrounding area. Catch the bus near the car ramp leading to the Internationals area in Terminal 1 and from Gate D in Terminal 2.Metro: The Terminal Area station is within walking distance of the airport terminals and connects the airport to the Mexico City metro system.Overnight Layover?
If you have an overnight layover at Mexico City International Airport and want to get a good night’s rest, there are a number of options available. The izZzleep Capsule Hotel is located in the airport terminal and offers travelers the chance to rent a small but comfortable room from 2 hours to a full overnight stay. The capsule hotel has rooms available for rent before security in bother terminals at the airport, so you will need to pass through security to access them.If you want a more traditional hotel experience the Hotel NH Collection Mexico City Aeropuerto is located on the 6th floor of Terminal 2, the Hilton Mexico City Airport is located in Terminal 1 near Gate F1 and the Courtyard Mexico City Airport is connected to Terminal 1 via a covered walkway.Luggage Storage
Storage LockersThere are multiple luggage storage options at MEX. Located in Terminal 1, on the ground floor, between doors 7 and 8 and in Terminal 2, on the lower level. Open 24 hours.Sanctifly Site Overview
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