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About Mexico City
Mexico City is the largest city and capital of Mexico. Founded in 1325 as the seat of the Aztec Empire, Mexico City once "floated" on a series of canals and lakes but this was all destroyed when the Spanish Conquistadors colonized the area. Today Mexico City is still a major commerce and touristic center that is both beautiful and crowded. Its constantly warm climate helps welcome visitors tourists the entire year.
In this noisy yet colorful city you can get around by taxi, bike, or on foot. One of the best places to visit is the beautiful Mexico Cathedral. The geometerical layout of the city makes navigating much more easy. There are also excellent museums explaining the history of Mexico, from the precolonial indigeneous era up until today, with entertaining and informative ethnographic and archeological exhibits. Finally, Mexican cuisine is of course world-famous and you can find excellent examples of it here.
Transportation to Mexico City City Center from Airport
Mexico City Intl. Airport
Benito Juarez International Airport is located 10 km from downtown Mexico City. There are a variety of transportation alternatives available to get to the city from the airport. You can get to the city center from the airport by public transportation, such as the metro and metrobus, as well as other transportation alternatives like taxis, shuttles, and rental cars.
Public Transportation
Public transportation alternatives, like the metro and metrobus, provide convenient and quick transportation from the airport to almost every part of the city. Metro Line 5 departs from the Terminal Aerea Station, which is a short distance from the airport. Metro Line 5 provides transportation to the city and access to other metro lines and bus stops. From Mexico City International Airport the fee for the metro is 3 pesos.
Metrobus Line 4 provides transportation directly from the airport to the city center. The metrobus is accessible from Terminal 1 and Terminal 2. The metrobus passes by major stops along the way where passengers can transfer to the metro or regional buses. From Mexico City International Airport the fee for the metrobus is 30 pesos per person, per ride. Keep in mind that the metro and metrobus can get quite crowded, especially during rush hour. If you have excess luggage public transportation can be a troublesome alternative. For more information on the metro and metrobus routes please visit Mexico City International Airport’s website.
Taxi
Taxis are a more expensive options when compared to public transportation but they are more comfortable and convenient. Taxis fares are affordable in general. Taxis are easily accessible at the terminal exits of the airport. First, passengers must purchase a taxi ticket from the taxi ticket counters inside the terminal buildings. Taxis are available 24 hours a day, every day of the week. For more information on authorized taxis and rates please visit Mexico City International Airport’s website.
Shuttle Services
Shuttle services provide comfortable transportation to the city center from Mexico City International Airport. Taking a shuttle service ensures a reliable ride so you can sit back and relax on your way to the city. Shuttle services are both an affordable and quick transportation alternative. For more information on shuttle services please visit Mexico City International Airport’s website.
Rental Car
Renting a car is another convenient method of transportation to get to the city center from Mexico City International Airport, especially since the airport is located in such close proximity to the city. There are various rental car companies located at the airport. You can also book your vehicle in advance by making a reservation online. Renting a car is also a great option for getting around in the city and the surrounding areas during you trip.
