What is the cheapest place to fly to in Mexico?

Saving cash to splash in the thumping bars of Cancun's Hotel Zone, the enticing museums of Mexico City, the tequila tasting lounges of Guadalajara or the super resorts of Cabo San Lucas is no easy business. There are hotels to book and car transfers to think about, not to mention the inescapable cost of flight tickets into town.

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• From sunny Cancun to its bustling capital, Mexico has a huge range of charms for travelers to discover — and with Hopper's rundown of the five cheapest airports to fly to from the US, it's easy to do so without taking a hit to the wallet!
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• 5. Puerto Vallarta
• 4. Guadalajara
• 2. Mexico City
• 1. Cabo San Lucas
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• Where is the cheapest to fly into Mexico?
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However, while we at Hopper may not be able to help out when it comes to finding a driver, we certainly can when it comes to saving money on air travel. Hence this selection of the five cheapest airports to fly to in all of Mexico, going from the sun-kissed climes of the Riviera Maya to the buzzing heart of the capital.

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5. Puerto Vallarta

Whether you come to kick back in the company of Puerto Vallarta's jetsetters on the sand of Playa de Oro, get lost on the hiking trails and trekking routes of the Sierra Madre, or to simply enjoy the medley of art galleries and Spanish cantinas that adorns the El Centro, landing at Licenciado Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International could prove surprisingly budget friendly. Hopper's statistics show that the average price of flights from the United States to Puerto Vallarta is currently at just $418 round trip.

4. Guadalajara

The bona fide home of Mexican tequila and mariachi is also now one of the country's cheapest entry points according to Hopper's statistics, which reveal that the average price of flights into Guadalajara from the United States is currently ebbing at a low of just $406 round trip. And there's more good news for travelers excited at the prospect of tasting sessions and the jazz bars of Zapopan, because nonstop connections into town currently run from major cities like Los Angeles, Houston and Chicago, to name just a few.

3. Cancun

Crowds of spring breakers clutch rum punches between the pools and tanning decks of the Hard Rock Hotel, the Ritz-Carlton oozes opulence, and rickety buses depart for Chichen Itza, while all around, the postcard-perfect beaches of the Riviera Maya shimmer and shine in the sun. With countless air connections now linking action-packed Cancun with the United States, the average flight price into town sits at just $391 round trip. This means that plenty of people are arriving with more cash in their pockets!

2. Mexico City

Forget those sun-kissed Pacific beaches for a moment and the brochure-induced need for Caribbean waters, because according to Hopper's statistics, Mexico's buzzing capital city comes in as the second cheapest arrival point in the country. Not only will tickets into town cost around just $385 for fliers departing out of the United States, but there should also be much less competition for the bargain seats, with around only a million people currently considering the route each month (compared to 4 million for Cancun!).

1. Cabo San Lucas

So you've decided on a classic seaside holiday in Cabo San Lucas and are now eager to save as much cash as possible for those sleepless nights in Cabo Wabo and Senor Frogs, those games of golf on the courses of Diamante and El Dorado, or trips out into the whale-dotted waters of the Pacific Ocean. Don't worry too much, because flights into Los Cabos International from the United States currently have the lowest average price tag of all, costing about just $361 round trip.

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Mexico (MX)

Why visit Mexico?

Mexico is a vast country; its landscape varies from desert plains, arid plateaus, emerald rainforests, and soaring peaks. It is sandwiched by beaches, and lapped by the rippling waters of Caribbean Sea and the Pacific Ocean. It has seen the footsteps of ancient nations shape its scenery with mysterious pyramids, only to be remade by colonial conquest. It is a place that has blended its indigenous personality with multiculturalism, and its history, its food, its architecture and its people will not fail to impress.

Things to do in Mexico

For those sun worshippers seeking the coast, there are two sides to choose from; the first is the Riviera Maya and Cancun on the Caribbean Sea. This region offers up all the staples of paradise, with pristine white sands, azure waters and shading palm trees, but also comes with easy access to some of the country’s most remarkable ruins.

Nearby the Riviera you will find Tulum, the coastal walled city built by the Mayans, and further inland, you’ll discover what is arguably Mexico’s most famous ancient site: Chichen Itza. Worth every second of your time, this extraordinary site is a Mayan city that has stood for almost 1000 years, and you can stand beneath the Warriors’ Temple, El Castillo, and the observatory, El Caracol, and be taken to a time before Columbus and his many even thought of setting their sails in search of India.

On the Pacific Coast, you will find some of the best whale watching and diving by visiting Baja California, and get a more authentic taste of Mexico’s coast by spending time in Acapulco and Puerto Vallarta.

For cities, you cannot skip Mexico City, the gritty but beautiful capital. This city has a heritage heart, with some of the country’s most impressive colonial architecture, including its main plaza, which comes complete with the National Palace, and the stunning Metropolitan Cathedral. For a slightly smaller fish to fry, but boasting enough architectural beauties to sustain your interest, head instead to Guanajuato, more of a town than a city, but replete with Baroque churches, pretty squares and a hopping nightlife.

Best time to visit Mexico

· Rule of thumb for Mexico is that the best season to travel is between December and April, when the rains haven’t set in, and neither have the hottest summer months. This season is ideal for city tours, exploring ancient ruins, or sunning yourself on a beach.

· On the Pacific coast, January and February are great for whale watching. Whilst March to April are great for the Yucatan peninsula or Mexico City, when the temperatures are around 26°C.

· May to August are when the rains come to town, and range from day-long affairs to short and sharp downpours. September and October are when the hurricane season hits the country, and so this time is best avoided.

Flights to Mexico

· You can fly to a number of airports in Mexico, as this country has many international hubs. However, the main ones for touring the most popular parts of the country are usually Mexico City International Airport (MEX), the Cancun International Airport (CUN), and Guadalajara International Airport (GDL). There are also smaller international hubs like Acapulco International Airport (ACA) that are dotted all around the country, so it is worth double checking for connecting flights to these also if you are heading off the beaten track.

· All flights bound for Mexico tend to leave from the large aviation facilities in Melbourne (MEL), Sydney (SYD) and Brisbane (BNE). Expect one or two diversions, usually through Los Angeles (LAX), Atlanta (ATL), or Houston (IAH).

· Flying to Mexico is usually done on carriers like Virgin Australia, American Airlines, Qantas, United, LATAM Airlines Group, Delta, British Airways and Air Canada.

Currency

· Mexican Peso (MXN).

Visa requirements

· Australians do not need a visa for Mexico, but they do need a valid passport with at least six months left on it, and they also need to fill out a Multiple Immigration Form (FMM) upon arrival. This will grant a stay of 180 days for all applicants. For more information on fees, requirements on your passport, and any updates, please read the smart traveller page on Mexico.

Please note that information is correct as of August 2016

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