How to Get to AIFA Airport From Mexico City: Train, Bus, Taxi
Felipe Ángeles International Airport sits north of the city in Zumpango, State of Mexico. The train from Buenavista, the Mexibús link, buses from city landmarks and what parking costs.
The fastest public way to Felipe Ángeles International Airport (AIFA) from Mexico City is the Tren Felipe Ángeles from Buenavista station, which costs MXN 110 and takes about 60 minutes as of November 2026. Mexibús Line 1 with its AIFA service, airport buses from central landmarks, authorized taxis and driving via the Circuito Exterior Mexiquense are the other options.
Where is AIFA and which airlines fly there?
AIFA is at kilometer 33 of the Circuito Exterior Mexiquense in Santa Lucía, Zumpango, in the State of Mexico, north of the capital. It is a separate airport from Benito Juárez International (AICM), so check your boarding pass. If your flight leaves from AICM, see our guide to the Mexico City airport and transport into town.
As of November 2026, the airport’s destination pages list passenger flights with:
- Domestic: Aeroméxico, Aerus, Mexicana, Viva Aerobus and Volaris, with destinations such as Cancún, Guadalajara, Monterrey, Mérida, Tijuana, Oaxaca, Puerto Vallarta and Tulum.
- International: Arajet to Punta Cana and Santo Domingo, Conviasa to Caracas, and Mexican carriers to Bogotá, Cartagena, Medellín and Havana.
Routes change often, so confirm on the airline’s site before you plan the trip.
How does the Tren Felipe Ángeles work?
The Tren Felipe Ángeles is the suburban train branch that runs from Buenavista station in Mexico City to a stop next to AIFA’s ground transport terminal (Terminal Intermodal de Transporte Terrestre). The airport says the trip takes about 60 minutes at first and is meant to drop to about 43 minutes. At Buenavista you can connect with the Metro, Metrobús and ride-hailing apps.
The AIFA line runs Buenavista, Fortuna, Tlalnepantla, San Rafael, Lechería, Cueyamil, La Loma, Teyahualco, Prados Sur, Cajiga, Xaltocan and AIFA. Fares as of November 2026, according to AIFA’s train page:
| Trip | Fare |
|---|---|
| Buenavista to AIFA | MXN 110 |
| Buenavista to Prados Sur, Cajiga or Xaltocan | MXN 40 |
| Buenavista to San Rafael, Lechería, Cueyamil, La Loma or Teyahualco | MXN 26.50 |
| Buenavista to Fortuna or Tlalnepantla | MXN 11.50 |
You pay with the Integrated Mobility Card (Tarjeta de Movilidad Integrada), the same card used on the Metro and Metrobús. It can be topped up at Buenavista station, in local shops or through the App CDMX and Mercado Pago. Our page on the Metro fare and the mobility card explains how to buy one.
Train hours as of November 2026: Monday to Friday 5:00 am to midnight, Saturday 6:00 am to midnight, Sundays and holidays 7:00 am to midnight. Early flights on weekends may need another option.
How do you get to AIFA by Mexibús?
Mexibús Line 1 is the State of Mexico’s bus rapid transit line from Ciudad Azteca to Ojo de Agua. At Ojo de Agua you change, inside the system, to the Line 1 AIFA service, which ends at the passenger terminal.
- Fare: MXN 10 per ride as of November 2026. Children taller than one meter pay.
- Card: the Mexipase card, sold at station machines for MXN 25 with one ride included. The transfer at Ojo de Agua is free with the same card.
- Hours: Ojo de Agua to AIFA 4:30 am to 11:00 pm; AIFA to Ojo de Agua 4:30 am to 11:46 pm, every day.
Ciudad Azteca is the end of Metro Line B, so the Metro plus Mexibús is the cheapest route, but also the slowest. The Mexipase is a different card from Mexico City’s mobility card.
Are there buses from central Mexico City?
Yes. AIFA lists bus routes from points across Mexico City and the metropolitan area, including the Ángel de la Independencia, Auditorio Nacional, Bellas Artes, Monumento a la Revolución, Condesa, Roma, Indios Verdes, the North, South, Observatorio and TAPO bus terminals, and a shuttle from AICM. Schedules and fares for each route are on the airport’s Mexico City connections page. Buses leave from and arrive at the ground transport terminal.
Can you take a taxi or drive to AIFA?
Taxis from AIFA are run by 11 authorized companies with desks on level 00 of the terminal, according to the airport’s taxi page. Agree on the fare at the desk before you leave. Ride-hailing apps are an option from the city side; our guide to taxis, Uber and DiDi in Mexico City covers safety and permits.
By car, the main access is the Circuito Exterior Mexiquense. Travel time depends heavily on traffic, so allow a wide margin. AIFA’s parking rates as of November 2026, VAT included:
| Stay | Rate |
|---|---|
| Up to 30 minutes | MXN 17 |
| Up to 1 hour | MXN 34 |
| Per day, days 1 to 6 | MXN 221 |
| Each extra day from day 7 | MXN 68 |
| Lost ticket | MXN 221 plus the stay |
Bottom line
Load an Integrated Mobility Card with at least MXN 110 and take the train from Buenavista if your flight leaves between early morning and late evening. For weekend dawn flights or heavy luggage, book a taxi or use the airport bus from the stop nearest you, and check the schedule on AIFA’s site the day before.
FAQ
How much is the train from Buenavista to AIFA?
MXN 110 one way as of November 2026, paid with the Integrated Mobility Card. Intermediate stations cost MXN 11.50 to MXN 40 from Buenavista.
Is there a direct link between AICM and AIFA?
AIFA lists a shuttle route from AICM among its ground connections. Check the schedule on the airport’s site, and allow several hours between flights at different airports.
What time does the AIFA train start running?
At 5:00 am on weekdays, 6:00 am on Saturdays and 7:00 am on Sundays and holidays, with service until midnight, as of November 2026.
Can I pay the Mexibús with my Mexico City mobility card?
AIFA’s Mexibús page says payment is with the Mexipase card, sold at Mexibús stations for MXN 25 with one ride included. Buy one at the first station you use.
