Oranjestad AUA to Mexico City MEX Flights

Flights from Oranjestad to Mexico City generally leave from Aruba and arrive in Felipe Ángeles International Airport.

Aruba is 7.3 km away from Oranjestad city centre and Felipe Ángeles International Airport is 4.9 km from Mexico City city centre.

Since neither Oranjestad nor Mexico City are in the Schengen Area, passport requirements depend on the specific immigration rules of Aruba and Mexico. Entry and visa requirements can be subject to change. For the latest information, check with your destination's embassy or consulate.

There is a time difference of 2 h between Oranjestad and Mexico City all year round.

The best events to attend in Mexico City include:

• Day of the Dead, a traditional Mexican holiday honoring deceased loved ones with altars and festivities
• Festival Internacional Cervantino, a cultural festival celebrating arts and literature with performances from around the world
• Zocalo Christmas Festival, a festive celebration in the main square featuring lights, music, and a large Christmas tree
• Mexico City Marathon, an annual marathon attracting runners from around the globe through the city's historic streets.

The best holidays to experience in Mexico City include:

• Independence Day, celebrations with fireworks and parades in September
• Holy Week, significant religious observances and processions in April
• Revolution Day, commemorative events and parades in November
• Day of the Virgin of Guadalupe, a major pilgrimage and festivities in December.

The best seasons to visit Mexico City are Spring or Fall. The best weather to explore Mexico City is during November-April or June-August.

For international flights we recommend to arrive 2.5 to 3 hours before departure. Please check the website of your departure airport if in doubt. Some airports may offer booking time slots for security checks or offer additional information on when to get there based on time of day.

Most airlines permit carry-on bags that fit within specific dimensions (e. G. 22 x 14 x 9 inches or 56 x 36 x 23 cm), including handles and wheels. Bags must fit in the overhead bin or under the seat in front of you.

Many airlines impose weight limits, commonly ranging between 7 kg (15 lbs) and 12 kg (26 lbs).
Typically, passengers are allowed one carry-on bag and one personal item (for example a purse, laptop bag, or backpack). Personal items must fit under the seat in front of you.
Budget Airlines (like Ryanair or Wizz Air) have stricter size and weight limits, often requiring fees for larger carry-ons. Full-Service Airlines have more lenient policies, sometimes including more spacious dimensions or higher weight limits depending on your ticket class.

The list of items prohibited on an airplane varies by country and airline, but in general, the following items are not allowed in carry-on or checked baggage: Weapons and self-defence items, sharp objects, flammable materials, explosives, toxic substances, or liquids over 100ml (except for medications and baby essentials). In checked baggage, firearms (without authorization), explosives, large lithium batteries, and hazardous chemicals are prohibited. Electronic cigarettes must be in carry-on bags, while alcohol and dry ice have restrictions. Always check with your airline for specific regulations.