How To Get From Mexico City International Airport To The Historic Center

by Vandvoyage

3 min read

Welcome to Mexico City (better known to Mexicans as CDMX or in this case Aeropuerto Internacional Benito Juárez. Getting from Mexico City International Airport to the Historic Center of Mexico City is straightforward. However, being a very busy airport with heavy passenger traffic, consider several options before settling on the one that best suits you. So before you land, check out the variety of ways to get from MEX to downtown Mexico City.

Note: Mexico City International Airport has two separate terminals. Both are connected by Aerotrén - the airport’s people mover.

Fastest: Metrobus Line 4 Ruta Sur

Metrobus - Mexico City’s express rapid bus system offers Line 4 for a direct connection to the Historic Center. Catch these iconic red and yellow buses from their dedicated entrances at each terminal:

  • Terminal 1: Entrance 7
  • Terminal 2: Entrance 2

Heading express into Historic Center Mexico City, there are multiple stops. Generally speaking, Metrobus Line 4 circles (within 3 blocks) of the historic Plaza de la Constitución / Zócalo - the heart of Mexico City. These buses have reserved spaces for luggage, making them an ideal budget friendly option. Consider purchasing the Mexico City Metro Card for $15MXN pesos to explore the entire city.

Learn more about MetroBus Line 4 here.

Fare is $30MXN pesos. Travel time is approximately 40-50 minutes.

Cheapest: Metro Line 4 (Yellow) / Line 1 (Pink)

Mexico City’s Metro System offers a fast service from the airport. Starting at Terminal 1 (if you arrive at Terminal 2 take the Aerotrén to Terminal 1) head to Terminal Aérea Station to catch Line 5 (Yellow) to Pantitlán Station. Change here for Line 1 (Pink). Ride this route to Pino Suárez station (interchange station that connects to Line 2 (Blue) and continue to Zócalo Station. Consider purchasing the Mexico City Metro Card for $15MXN pesos to explore the entire city.

Note: Given how congested rush hour can be in Mexico City, travelling on the metro with luggage could be challenging. There are no dedicated luggage storage options.

Learn more about the Mexico City Metro system here.

Fare is approximately $5MXN pesos. Travel time is approximately 50-60 minutes.

Most Semi-Private: Shuttles

Shuttle bus services are available from the airport to Historic Center Mexico City. Being a major urban center as opposed to a vacation destination, options are a bit more limited. To help you start your search check out these options below:

Welcome Pick Ups

Transfeero

Viator

Most Private: Taxi / Ride Share

Undoubtedly, the most expensive option from our list but the most private. In addition to taxis, Uber and DiDi offer private rideshare services from the airport. Travel time is approximately 20-45 minutes. Expect to pay about $250MXN pesos for a ride.

Note:

Prices are accurate as of February 2025.

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How To Get From Cancun Airport To The Hotel Zone

by Vandvoyage

3 min read

Getting from Cancun International Airport (CUN) to the hotel zone is not straightforward at all. If you’ve booked all inclusive, a shuttle bus with the hotel or airline will be pre-arranged. Head to the ground transportation layover area (every terminal has their own separate shuttle bus waiting area) and connect with your ride.

If not, check out the ways to get from CUN to the hotel zone. Ground transportation from Cancun Airport to the hotel zone is a mess so we suggest pre booking ahead of time to avoid stressing out over being ripped off for a ride by aggressive taxi drivers. There is no train service nor express buses from the Airport. Tren Maya serves Cancun Airport (with a free shuttle bus service called Conexión Intermodal Tren Maya) but is an intercity railway connecting the Cancun and the Airport with the Yucatan peninsula - not to the hotel zone or downtown Cancun. Book Tren Maya tickets here.

SAFETY NOTE: Be aware of aggressive solicitation for rides by taxi drivers as soon as you exit the customs area. Remain focused and walk past them towards the ground transportation layover areas for buses.

Note: Cancun Airport has 4 terminals with little pedestrian infrastructure between them. There is a shuttle bus connecting the terminals running every 30 minutes. More importantly, each terminal has a large bus layover facility to accommodate shuttle buses to resorts and urban areas throughout the Yucatan Peninsula. Learn more about transportation safety in and around Cancun Airport.

Cheapest: ADO Bus - R1 Bus

ADO is the primary intercity bus service serving Cancun Airport. These intercity style buses stop at every terminal at Cancun International Airport and head to downtown Cancun.

It’s important to note that ADO does not specifically head to the hotel zone. But rather downtown Cancun. From the bus terminal in Cancun take a local R1 bus from the intercity bus terminal to the hotel zone.

Fare is about $140MXN pesos for ADO and $12MXN pesos for the R1 bus. Travel time is 1 hour.

Note: The ADO bus is an affordable option but less convenient if you are carrying luggage.

Note: The R1 bus is primarily a local service for workers in the hotel zone with little-to-no space for luggage. So if the bus is crowded during peak periods, you won’t have any luggage storage.

Most Semi-Private: Shuttles

Being a major tourism destination like Cancun, there are plenty of shuttle services to choose from to get from Cancun Airport to the hotel zone. We highly recommend booking in advance to avoid mark ups and gouging at the airport.

Head to the ground transportation layover area (every terminal has their own separate shuttle bus waiting area) and connect with your ride.

Booking a shuttle bus before landing is extremely important. Otherwise you open yourself up to being ripped off and price gouged. Take your time and research every option before booking. To help you get started- check out these shuttle bus options and compare:

Official Cancun Airport Transportation Page

Canada Transfers

Cancun Shuttle

CARM Transfers

Entertainment Plus

Happy Shuttle

USA Transfers

Travel time is approximately 20-30 minutes. Expect to pay about $500MXN pesos for a ride.

Note: Be sure to tip. The Cancun and Mayan tourism industry are heavily dependent on tips.

Most Private: Taxi

Taxis from Cancun Airport are tricky. There are plenty of rides available but be very cautious accepting rides from aggressive drivers. Be sure to check if the taxi is registered and licensed.

Note: Rideshare services like Uber and Lyft are not legally allowed to serve Cancun Airport. You can, however, use ride share services within Cancun and the hotel zone

Travel time is approximately 20-30 minutes. Expect to pay about $100MXN pesos for a ride.

Note:

Prices are accurate as of January 2025.

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How To Get From Miami International Airport To Downtown

by Vandvoyage

2 min read

Welcome to Miami. Year round sunshine and plenty of entertainment options for work or play.

Getting from Miami International Airport (MIA) to downtown Miami is very straightforward. With Miami Airport located so close to downtown and the beach, getting from the airport to downtown Miami is a breeze. With a fast Metro system and express buses to choose form

So before you land, check out the variety of ways to get from MIA to downtown Miami. From the fastest, to the least expensive, there are plenty of options to choose from.

Fastest, Cheapest & Most Direct: Metrorail

Miami’s Metrorail (metro system) offers direct service from the airport. Starting with the MIA Mover (located on the 3rd level between the Dolphin and Flamingo garage) ride to Miami Intermodal Center. This massive transportation hub connects rapid transit and commuter rail services in the Miami metropolitan area. To mix in some confusion - the Metrorail station is signed as Miami International Airport a bit as a misnomer as the station is not within the airport complex. Board the Metrorail’s Orange Line to Government Center Station - the main intermodal complex for downtown Miami. From here, connect with one of the many Loop Lines to reach your final destination within downtown Miami.

Fare is approximately $2.50.

Honorable Mention: Miami-Dade Transit Metrobus

For those heading to the beach consider Metrobus 150 (Miami Beach Airport Express). This express service skips downtown Miami and heads directly to Miami Beach, stopping frequently between Mid Beach and South Beach. Prefect if you want to head from Miami Airport to Miami Beach non-stop

Routes 7, 37, 57, and 338 offer local bus service from Miami Airport (via Miami Intermodal Center) to downtown Miami.

Fare is approximately $2.25.

Most Semi-Private: Shuttles

Some hotel shuttle services from the airport to hotels in downtown Miami and along Miami Beach. All are located at the Arrivals (Level 1) Area within defined zones. Learn more here.

Most Private: Taxi / Ride Share

Undoubtedly, the most expensive option from our list but the most private. In addition to taxis, Uber and Lyft offer private rideshare services from the airport. Travel time is approximately 15-20 minutes. Expect to pay about $20 for a ride.

Note:

Prices are accurate as of January 2025.

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