$140 Cheap Flights from Mexico City (MEX) to Los Angeles (LAX)

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Cheap Flights from Mexico City to Los Angeles (MEX-LAX)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $140 for one-way flights and $262 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

American Airlines
Mon, Sep 15 - Tue, Sep 23
MEX
Mexico City
LAX
Los Angeles
$262 Roundtrip, found 7 hours ago
$262
Roundtrip
found 7 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Mon, Sep 15 from Mexico City to Los Angeles, returning Tue, Sep 23, priced at $262 found 7 hours ago
Aeromexico
Fri, May 16 - Tue, May 20
MEX
Mexico City
LAX
Los Angeles
$266 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$266
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Aeromexico flight, departing Fri, May 16 from Mexico City to Los Angeles, returning Tue, May 20, priced at $266 found 1 hour ago
Delta
Fri, May 16 - Tue, May 20
MEX
Mexico City
LAX
Los Angeles
$266 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$266
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Delta flight, departing Fri, May 16 from Mexico City to Los Angeles, returning Tue, May 20, priced at $266 found 1 hour ago
Delta
Fri, Jun 20 - Sun, Jun 29
MEX
Mexico City
LAX
Los Angeles
$272 Roundtrip, just found
$272
Roundtrip
just found
Select Delta flight, departing Fri, Jun 20 from Mexico City to Los Angeles, returning Sun, Jun 29, priced at $272 just found
United
Fri, May 9 - Fri, May 16
MEX
Mexico City
LAX
Los Angeles
$281 Roundtrip, just found
$281
Roundtrip
just found
Select United flight, departing Fri, May 9 from Mexico City to Los Angeles, returning Fri, May 16, priced at $281 just found
Aeromexico
Wed, Sep 24 - Fri, Sep 26
MEX
Mexico City
LAX
Los Angeles
$283 Roundtrip, found 3 hours ago
$283
Roundtrip
found 3 hours ago
Select Aeromexico flight, departing Wed, Sep 24 from Mexico City to Los Angeles, returning Fri, Sep 26, priced at $283 found 3 hours ago
American Airlines
Sun, Jun 29 - Sun, Jul 20
MEX
Mexico City
LAX
Los Angeles
$286 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$286
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Sun, Jun 29 from Mexico City to Los Angeles, returning Sun, Jul 20, priced at $286 found 5 days ago
United
Thu, May 8 - Sun, May 11
MEX
Mexico City
LAX
Los Angeles
$286 Roundtrip, just found
$286
Roundtrip
just found
Select United flight, departing Thu, May 8 from Mexico City to Los Angeles, returning Sun, May 11, priced at $286 just found
United
Fri, May 9 - Fri, May 16
MEX
Mexico City
LAX
Los Angeles
$288 Roundtrip, just found
$288
Roundtrip
just found
Select United flight, departing Fri, May 9 from Mexico City to Los Angeles, returning Fri, May 16, priced at $288 just found
Volaris
Sun, Jun 8 - Sat, Jul 5
NLU
Mexico City
LAX
Los Angeles
$305 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$305
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Volaris flight, departing Sun, Jun 8 from Mexico City to Los Angeles, returning Sat, Jul 5, priced at $305 found 3 days ago
Flights from Mexico City (MEX) to Los Angeles (LAX)
Origin airport
Mexico City Intl.
Destination airport
Los Angeles Intl.
Airlines serving
Aeromexico, American Airlines, Delta, Frontier Airlines, United, Viva Aerobus, Volaris
Roundtrip price
$261
Distance
1552 mi

Mexico City to Los Angeles Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Mexico City to Los Angeles

On average, Thursday can be the cheapest time to fly, according to data from the Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC), one of the world's biggest databases for global airline sales. The data reveals that you could save up to 16% by flying on a Thursday—the cheapest day to travel on average—instead of a Sunday—the most expensive. Some of the most affordable flights from Mexico City to Los Angeles are during the month of September. You can find some of the cheapest flights from Mexico City to Los Angeles with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

The best time to book a flight from Mexico City to Los Angeles

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Mexico City to Los Angeles: Tickets reserved on a Sunday cost between 6% and 13% less than those reserved on a Friday, according to ARC data. The data also suggests booking early can also lead to cheaper airfares. You could save 24% by buying your tickets for domestic flights at least a month in advance and 10% by booking international flights 2 months in advance.

How to find cheap round-trip tickets from Mexico City to Los Angeles

Being flexible with your dates and using Expedia's Price Drop Protection and Price Tracking features are some of the best ways of finding a cheap ticket from Mexico City to Los Angeles in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $140 one-way. Expedia also offers Price Drop Protection, so if the cost of your airfare goes down after booking, you'll receive a credit for the difference*. This is available for a small fee, and is free to One Key Gold and Platinum tier members.

Expedia's Price Tracking feature means you can stay on top of airfares without manually checking every day. It sends you automated price alerts for cheap Mexico City to Los Angeles flights and uses historical data to indicate when the best time to book is. Download Expedia's free app to activate this handy tool in a few easy taps.

You could also save big by booking one of Expedia's vacation packages. Bundling together your Mexico City to Los Angeles airfare with your accommodations and car rental is often cheaper than booking everything separately. There’s also One Key, Expedia's generous rewards program. Join for free and you could earn One Key cash on most bookings to save on future adventures.

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Disclaimer: ARC The statistics are based on average round-trip ticket prices between January and August 2023. The percentages you see are averages.

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from Mexico City Intl. Airport (MEX) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) cost?
Find cheap return flights from Mexico City Intl. Airport (MEX) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) starting at $269. Reserve your seat and take off on your trip. This information is based on the cheapest price found on Expedia for this return journey departing within the next three months. This airfare is for a Aeromexico flight leaving MEX on May 20 2025 and touching down at LAX. The price was last updated on April 23 2025 and has not changed since.
What is the cheapest month to fly from MEX to LAX?
The cheapest flights from MEX to LAX are usually during off-peak season, when demand is lower. To save money, avoid flying during public holidays, school breaks and major local events.
Which airlines fly direct from Mexico City Intl. Airport (MEX) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX)?
Skip the layovers and travel straight from Mexico City Intl. Airport (MEX) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) with 4 carriers, including:

  • Aeromexico
  • VivaAerobus
  • Delta Air Lines

What is the cheapest airline that flies from MEX to LAX?
With prices starting from $183 for a one-way journey from MEX to LAX, Viva Aerobus is currently the cheapest airline for this route. This fare is based on the lowest price found on Expedia departing within the next three months. The flight takes off from MEX on June 3 2025. Prices were last updated on April 23 2025 and have not changed since.
How many flights per day from Mexico City Intl. Airport (MEX) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX)?
When taking off from Mexico City Intl. Airport (MEX), you’ll have a choice from an average of 7 daily nonstop flights to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX).
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Mexico City Intl. Airport (MEX) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX)?
More passengers fly between MEX and LAX at 8 PM than at any other point in the day. Rather go when it’s quieter? Travel outside of rush hours and you’re likely to save on your ticket as well.
What day of the week has the most flights from MEX to LAX?
If you fly on a Friday, you’ll get the biggest range of choices for flights from Mexico City Intl. Airport (MEX) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX).
What is the earliest flight from Mexico City Intl. Airport (MEX) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX)?
Mexico City Intl. Airport (MEX)’s earliest flight to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) takes off at approximately 7:20AM UTC-6. With a total flight time of 4h 15m, you’ll arrive at around 9:35AM UTC-8.
How long does it take to fly from Mexico City Intl. Airport (MEX) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX)?
Flights from MEX to LAX have an average travel time of 4 hours and 19 minutes. The distance between the two is 1,550 mi.
What airline has the least delays from MEX to LAX?
With 92% of flights typically arriving as scheduled, Delta Air Lines has the best on-time performance for direct flights from Mexico City Intl. Airport (MEX) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX). To check your flight status and receive notifications if anything changes, use the Expedia App.
What is the best time to fly from Mexico City Intl. Airport (MEX) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX)?
To avoid possible delays on the Mexico City Intl. Airport (MEX) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) route, aim to fly before 3 PM. Departures after this time have a 22% higher chance of cancellation.**Most reliable time of the day and month to travel recommendation is based on January through August 2024 flight status data sourced from OAG’s global flight data platform.
What airports do you fly into for Los Angeles from Mexico City Intl. Airport (MEX)?
Compare your flight options from Mexico City Intl. Airport (MEX) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX). This is the only Los Angeles airport you can arrive at if you’re taking a direct flight.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Mexico City Intl. Airport (MEX) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) last-minute?
Waiting until just before your departure to book a ticket from MEX to LAX generally means paying more. While you might find some last-minute offers, they aren’t always guaranteed. Be flexible with your travel plans to maximize your chances of scoring a bargain.
Is it cheaper to book a MEX to LAX flight and hotel package?
Booking a MEX to LAX flight and hotel package is typically cheaper than booking separately. With Expedia, you can enjoy the ease of organizing your travels all in one place. Pick from our impressive range of hotels and then add car rentals, flights and activities to your booking. Bundle everything together, and you could save hundreds of dollars.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Mexico City Intl. Airport (MEX) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX)?
Generally, it’s possible to cancel or reschedule your MEX to LAX flight. However, if the booking was made more than 24 hours ago, additional fees may apply. Refer to your airline’s policies in your itinerary to see what changes are allowed and whether any costs are involved. You’ll also find more details on our Customer Service portal.

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