Popular Airport | Machu Picchu Airport |
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Approximate Flight Duration | 5 hour 40 min |
Approximate Travel Distance | 2889 Miles |
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Transportation to Airport from Mexico City City Center
Mexico City Intl. Airport
Mexico City International Airport, also known as Benito Juarez International Airport, is located in close proximity to downtown Mexico City, about 10km away. The airport is accessible by public transportation, including the metro and metrobus, as well as taxis, shuttles, and rental cars.
Public Transportation
Public transportation alternatives, like the metro and metrobus, provide convenient and quick transportation to the airport from almost every part of the city. Keep in mind that the metro and metrobus can get quite crowded, especially during rush hour. If you have excess luggage then public transportation can be a troublesome alternative.
Taxi
Taxis are a more expensive option when compared to public transportation but they are more comfortable and convenient. Taxis fares are affordable in general and there are a large number of registered taxis throughout the city. We recommend getting a taxi from an authorized taxi stop just to be safe. You can also have the hotel you are staying at help arrange a taxi for you.
Shuttle Services
Shuttle services provide comfortable transportation to Mexico City International Airport. Taking a shuttle service ensures a reliable ride so you can sit back and relax on your way to the airport. Shuttle services are both an affordable and quick transportation alternative.
Rental Car
Renting a car is another convenient method of transportation to get to Mexico City International Airport, especially since it is located in such close proximity to the city center. There are various rental car companies located throughout the city. You can also book your vehicle in advance by making a reservation online or ask the hotel you are staying at for assistance.
Airport Information
Located about 10 km from the city center, Mexico City International Airport, also known as Benito Juarez International Airport, is the busiest international airport in Mexico. Mexico City International Airport operates passenger services out of 2 terminals. The airport handled over 35 million passengers in 2015 and is Mexico’s busiest airport. There is an inter-terminal transportation system that connects both terminals. The Aerotren monorail system provides transportation between terminals for passengers who have a boarding pass. There are also inter-terminal buses that provide transportation between the terminals for all passengers and visitors. Keep in mind that the rail system is much faster than the bus.
Mexico City International Airport is a major international airport offering passengers a variety of services and amenities to meet their pre-flight and post-flight needs. The airport features basic services such as ATMs, currency exchange services, rental car services, lounges, health services, electric carts for the elderly or passengers in need, duty free shops, and postal services.
Mexico City International Airport also offers passengers a rich variety of stores where they can go shopping, including many duty free shops, clothing stores, gift shops, souvenir shops, shoe stores, and jewelry stores. The airport also contains a number of restaurants, cafes, and bars that feature delicious examples of international cuisine. Venues you can enjoy a bite to eat or something to drink include Flaps, Dino Snack Bar & Fast Food, 7 Eleven, Starbucks, Cinnabon, Sbarro, Carls Jr, China King, Subway, and Pollos Rio.
Transportation to Machu Picchu City Center from Airport
Machu Picchu Airport
Since Machu Picchu Airport is close to flights, you need to land at Alejandro Velasco Astete Airport which is one of the closest airports to the city. This airport is located in the city of Cusco. You can benefit from taxi, car rental or transfer services as well as bus and train for travelling to Machu Picchu from the airport.
Train and Bus
It is possible to reach Machu Picchu from Alejandro Velasco Astete Airport by using Peru Rail trains. Firstly, you need to reach the railway station in Cusco where the trains in three different sizes and price tariffs provide this transportation. After arriving at the station, you get on the Machu Picchu train. Since it is not possible to reach Machu Picchu city center by train directly, you can reach Machu Picchu city center by having a short bus travel after getting off the train at the last station. You can reach the city center in about 20 minutes by bus after getting off Aguas Calientes. After arriving at Aguas Calientes, you can reach the city center in about 20 minutes by bus. Travelling to Machu Picchu from Cusco by Peru Rail train lasts about 4 hours and 15 minutes.
Another option is to reach Ollantaytambo from Alejandro Velasco Astete Airport by bus or taxi and then get on the trains directly going to Machu Picchu from Ollantaytambo. Reaching Ollantaytambo from the airport lasts about one and half an hour and it costs 40 dollars. You can get to Machu Picchu by getting on your train with Inca Rail. The cost of this train travel is approximately 60 dollars for economy class by 2016. The trains of both train companies depart from Ollantaytambo station in the Sacred Valley or Poroy station that is 20 kilometers away from Cusco.
Taxi
There are many taxis waiting outside the terminal building of Alejandro Velasco Astete Airport. Since the distance between Machu Picchu and the airport is not short, we advise you to share your taxi with other passengers. Travelling to Machu Picchu from the airport by taxi lasts about 1,5-2 hours.
Car Rental
If you don’t want to lose time with the means of public transportation, another transportation option is to rent a car. You can rent a car from Hertz car rental company located at Alejandro Velasco Astete Airport terminal. Travelling to Machu Picchu from the airport by renting a car lasts about 1,5-2 hours.
