MEX · Mexico City · Terminal T2
Aeroméxico Check-in at Mexico City International Airport
Aeroméxico departs from Terminal T2 at Mexico City International Airport. Online check-in opens 24h before departure.
Aeroméxico check-in rules at MEX
Step-by-step at Mexico City International Airport
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Check in online
Open the Aeroméxico app or website 24 hours before departure. Save the boarding pass to your phone wallet.
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Arrive at Terminal T2
Aeroméxico flights at MEX depart only from Terminal T2. Allow 120 minutes from arrival to gate.
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Drop off bags at T2 main hall
Bag-drop 3 hours before departure, closes 60 minutes before departure. Self-service kiosks available.
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Clear security
Submit your wait time on the airport page above to help others. Standard liquids rule: 100 ml in a single transparent bag.
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Walk to gate T2 gates 50–75
Allow 10–20 minutes from security to your gate. Boarding starts 45 minutes before departure; gate closes 20 minutes before.
Boarding Aeroméxico at MEX
Terminal T2 notes
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Typical gates
Aeroméxico flights typically depart from gates T2 gates 50–75.
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Walk time
Expect 10–20 minutes from security to the furthest gate.
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Eat & shop
T2 has extensive food and shopping including local Mexican cuisine (tacos, mole, tortas), Café Punta del Cielo, and duty-free.
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Lounges
Aeroméxico Salón Premier (Premier Class + Club Premier Platinum/Titanium + SkyTeam Elite Plus). Located T2.
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Family / accessibility
Family priority lane at T2 security. Stroller drop at gate. Free snacks for children at AM check-in.
Known issues at MEX with Aeroméxico
Mexico City altitude affects travelers
Problem: MEX is at 2,250 m altitude. Some passengers experience light-headedness, especially after long flights.
Solution: Hydrate well before and after flight. Avoid heavy meals and alcohol on day of arrival/departure. Allow extra rest.
US-bound flights need APIS data
Problem: Flights to US blocked at check-in until passport, ESTA, and US destination address are entered.
Solution: Use 'Manage My Booking' on aeromexico.com 24h+ before departure. Mexican carriers can be slow to update; arrive 3 hours early just in case.
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