How to get to Merida from different parts of the World

Do you want to know how to get to Merida?

Merida’s Airport

The Manuel Crescencio Rejón International Airport, better known as Merida International Airport (code: MID), is located in the southern part of Merida. This is not the best area of town, so you won’t want to stay here; however, Downtown Merida is only 25 minutes away.

The airport is open 24 hours a day and has domestic and international flights. However, as it is a smaller airport, flights are sometimes limited. For this reason, some choose to fly to Cancun International Airport (code: CUN) and drive from there.

Merida Airport to Downtown Distance: 5 miles (8 km) | 25 minutes

Merida Airport to North Merida Distance: 13 miles (20 km) | 40 minutes

Merida Airport Transportation

You have three options:

Get a private shuttle that offers transportation from the airport to your hotel or home. Then, for the return, you can book an Uber. 

Get an airport taxi. This option usually is less expensive than a private shuttle.

Get a rental car. The airport has an extensive selection of rental companies. Remember to check our article about renting a car in Merida and Mexico. It will be better if you book your rental through Expedia or Discover Cars, so you don’t have to deal with the complex process of getting insurance for your rental car.

Is there Uber at Merida’s Airport?

It’s illegal for Merida Uber drivers to do airport pick-ups, but some do it anyway. Others make you walk to the main road, off-airport property, for a legal pick-up. Avoid walking yourself and your luggage out to the main road for the pick-up. Also, if your Spanish isn’t so great, you might have difficulty communicating with the Uber driver to coordinate an off-site pick-up. Instead, use one of the three options we recommend above. 

Ubers can drop you off at the airport 

Lyft doesn’t operate in Merida

How much is a taxi from Merida’s airport to Downtown?

The official taxi fare from the airport to Downtown should be no more than $300 pesos ($15 USD). If they tell you it is more, just decline the service and get another taxi. If you go to the north, the fare will be higher but not for much. 

What Airlines Fly to Merida Airport?

Flights from the U.S to Mérida

There are 3 airports in the United States that have non-stop flights to Mérida.

From Dallas-Fort Worth, direct flights are offered by American Airlines. This is a seasonal route that starts in March and ends in August.

 From Houston, the only airline with direct flights is United Airlines.

 From Miami, you can fly non-stop to Mérida with American Airlines.

Flights from Canada to Mérida

Toronto is the only city in Canada with direct flights to Mérida. From Toronto, direct flights are offered by WestJet. This is a seasonal route that starts in March and ends in April.

No direct flights to Europe or Asia

Most people traveling to Merida have to connect through one of the larger airports in Mexico like Mexico City, Guadalajara, Monterrey, or Cancun.

Since Merida is a regional airport with limited flight options is not always easy to find a cheap flight. Use Kayak or Expedia to find the best prices.

How many terminals does Merida airport have?

The airport is small, and there is only one terminal. Within the terminal, there are Gate A and Gate B. Most domestic flights leave from Gate A, while Gate B is for international flights.

How early should you arrive?

The great part about small airports is they aren’t very hectic; therefore, 75 to 90 minutes should be enough for international flights.

Are there restaurants at Merida Airport?

There’re two restaurants and a couple of fast-food options, including a Johnny Rockets and one bakery. There are also a few shops here to get Souvenirs, a water bottle, and some snacks.

Do I need a vaccine card to travel to Mexico?

The Mexican government does not require proof of a Covid vaccine to visit Mexico. Therefore, you won’t need to show proof of vaccination to visit Merida or anywhere in Mexico.