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Mexico City International Airport (Benito Juárez)

Mexico City, Mexico

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Uber / DiDi / Authorized taxi

Uber and DiDi are legal at Mexico City (Benito Juárez / AICM), usually more affordable than the authorized airport taxi, and have designated pickup points in each terminal. If you want a taxi, buy one only at an official 'Transportación Terrestre' kiosk inside — never from the lanyard-wearing touts who pose as officials. Metrobús Line 4 is the budget option that allows luggage.

Ride Options

Uber

rideshare

Transparent app fare — usually more affordable than the authorized taxi

AvailabilityLegal in Mexico City; available at both terminals
Pickup NoteLegal and usually more affordable than the authorized airport taxi. Each terminal has its own designated app pickup zone (between T1 and T2) — follow the in-app pin to the right terminal and level, and confirm the car and plate. National Guard patrols enforce order inside the terminals.
Convenience
Relative costMid cost
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DiDi

rideshare

Transparent app fare — usually more affordable than the authorized taxi

AvailabilityLegal in Mexico City; available at both terminals
Pickup NoteLegal and usually more affordable than the authorized airport taxi. Each terminal has its own designated app pickup zone (between T1 and T2) — follow the in-app pin to the right terminal and level, and confirm the car and plate. National Guard patrols enforce order inside the terminals.
Convenience
Relative costMid cost
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Authorized Airport Taxi

taxi

Fixed-fare official taxi — safe option without an app

AvailabilityAt official kiosks inside arrivals
Pickup NoteBuy only at an official 'Transportación Terrestre' kiosk inside arrivals — fixed zone-based rates, higher than an Uber/DiDi. NEVER accept a ride from a lanyard-wearing tout who approaches you posing as staff.
Convenience
Relative costHigher cost
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Metrobús Line 4

transit

Budget route to the historic centre that allows luggage

AvailabilityRegular service to Centro
Pickup NoteRuns from the airport to the historic centre (Centro) and allows luggage — the most practical budget option. Buy and tap a rechargeable Metrobús card at the station.
Convenience
Relative costLower cost
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Metro Line 5 (Terminal Aérea)

transit

Lowest-cost option — fine if you travel light

AvailabilityTerminal Aérea station near Terminal 1
Pickup NoteTerminal Aérea station is a short walk from Terminal 1. The lowest-cost option, but crowded, and large luggage is officially discouraged.
Convenience
Relative costLower cost
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Welcome Pickups — Pre-booked Private Transfer

Private Transfer

Pre-booked private transfer with a vetted local driver

AvailabilityAvailable at Mexico City — pre-book online via Welcome Pickups
Pickup NoteA vetted local driver meets you in arrivals with a name sign. Flight monitoring and a fixed price paid in advance — no haggling on arrival.
Convenience
Relative costMid cost
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Pickup Guidance

Rideshare

Uber and DiDi are legal in Mexico City, typically more affordable than the authorized airport taxi, and have designated app pickup points — Terminal 1 and Terminal 2 each have their own, so follow the in-app instructions to the correct terminal and level. Confirm the car and plate before getting in.

Taxi

Authorized airport taxis ('taxi autorizado') are bought only at the official 'Transportación Terrestre' kiosks inside arrivals, at fixed zone-based rates that are higher than an Uber or DiDi. Never accept a ride from someone who approaches you — touts wearing lanyards pose as officials. Buy the ticket at the kiosk, then walk to the marked taxi.

Shuttle

Pre-booked private transfers and hotel shuttles meet you at arrivals — a hassle-free way past the touts. Confirm the pickup point when you book.

Transit

Metrobús Line 4 runs from the airport to the historic centre (Centro) and allows luggage — the most practical budget option. Metro Line 5 (Terminal Aérea station) is the lowest-cost but is crowded and officially discourages large bags.

Private Transfer

A pre-booked private transfer — driver waiting at arrivals with a name sign — is the cleanest way past the lanyard touts and is popular with families.

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Local Tips

  • Ignore anyone wearing a lanyard who offers you a 'taxi' in arrivals — they pose as officials but aren't. Only buy at a 'Transportación Terrestre' kiosk.
  • Uber and DiDi are legal at MEX and usually more affordable than the authorized airport taxi — each terminal has its own designated app pickup point.
  • Authorized airport taxis use fixed zone-based rates bought at the kiosk inside — confirm your zone before paying.
  • Metrobús Line 4 reaches the historic centre and allows luggage; Metro Line 5 is more affordable but crowded and discourages big bags.
  • Terminal 1 and Terminal 2 are far apart with separate pickup points — make sure your app pin matches your terminal.

Tarmyq local tip

Watch for 'taxi' touts wearing official-looking lanyards in arrivals — they aren't airport staff. Either book Uber/DiDi to the designated pickup point, or buy an authorized taxi only at a 'Transportación Terrestre' kiosk inside the terminal.