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GENERAL INFORMATION
"AICM" - Aeropuerto Internacional de la Ciudad de México
(Aeropuerto Internacional Benito Juárez)
Av. Capitán Carlos León S/N
Col Peñón de los Baños
Delegación Venustiano Carranza, DF
CP 15620, México
Phone: (+52 55) 2482-2424 and 2482-2400
Website: http://www.aicm.com.mx/home_en.php (English language version)
Link to AICM airlines information, including terminals.
Most comprehensive information: Wikipedia (Castilian Spanish)
Mexico City Airport Guide to lounges, sleeping, etc. by SleepinginAirports.net
Venustiano Carranza is one of the 16 boroughs (delegaciones) of the Federal District; it serves Mexico City, and is located 3.1 miles / 5 km east of downtown (getting there takes significantly longer than you would think; traffic can be very congested). The airport is one of the oldest, opening in 1928, and is limited by two runways at high altitude (7,316 ft / 2,230 m above MSL) and can not expand due to encroaching population. Recent attempts to open a new, higher capacity airport were ended by the new President, so this airport, Latin America's second busiest, will do for now.
NOTE: See post 380 (23 May 2018, by BenA) for information on the new automated passport reading kiosks in Terminal 2 and a shorter option to lengthy arrivals queues.
FLIGHT INFORMATION: http://www.aicm.com.mx/informacional.../fids/fids.php
CONNECTIONS: Check to see if you need to connect between terminals, and allow plenty of time for that. See MEX Connection Times international / domestic master thread
Interterminal Transportation - Aerotrén / Air Train: The landside elevated Aerotrén APM (Automated People Mover) claims to move only those connecting passengers with boarding passes between Terminal 1 and Terminal 2. It consists of two to four cars, each with 25 passenger (with baggage and hand carry) capacity, per train, which travels at 28 MPH / 45 kph over the 1.9 mi / 3 km range. Time en route is 4:40 (min), dwell time in each terminal is 60 seconds, time between trains is 10:45 (min).
Aerotrén route
Interterminal Transportation - Landside red shuttle busses[/B] operate 05:00 (am) to 01:00 (am), also used during Aerotrén breakdowns, are labeled ""Transportación entre Terminales"; the stops are at entrance No. 6 of Terminal 1 and entrance No. 4 of Terminal 2. They are air conditioned, have luggage spaces and are wheelchair-accessible.
MEX airport map
ARRIVING: If you are arriving from an international flight without a connection (you are terminating at MEX), you must have your forms filled out - see Requirements for visiting Mexico as a tourist ("tourist card", visa etc.).
You may have a lengthy walk down the glassed-in arrivals corridor. This corridor has glass door controlled areas to allow people from the departures area cross through the arrivals corridor (like using an air lock), so you could be detained by a boarding aircraft. In one instance we were detained nearly fifteen minutes enough route from the 30s gate as a TACA flight boarded and our passage was blocked by glass doors.
Proceed to the corridor end and down one floor to the not-so-well marked exits for "Migración" and proceed to the sometimes lengthy queues to present your passport and documents. Your tourist card will be stamped and you will be given a portion back - turn it in on your departure (if you lose it, expect to pay a fine and have to spend some time with formalities). (When you check in at MEX, the form will be stapled to your boarding pass, and removed at the boarding gate - if somehow you do not have it at counter or gate, you'll have to return landslide and fill out forms and pay a MXN 307.00 fine.
Once your passport is stamped and your "Tourist Card" / FMM is validated, proceed to the baggage carousels and look for your flight to be displayed. Carts are available. Retrieve your baggage and proceed to "ADUANA", where you will queue up one more time.Normally, as you approach the customs kiosk, you will walk up to what looks like a small traffic light / robot and press the large button; a Green light means you can proceed, a Red light means further Customs formalities and inspection. You normally then put your bags on a conveyor belt for x-ray screening, As your bags have been x-rayed prior to delivery you no longer have the x-rayed upon exiting the Aduana hall, though bags may be selected for secondary screening; then you are landside in the arrivals floor scrum.
BAGGAGE STORAGE (link)
If you recover your baggage and have a layover, there are left luggage / baggage storage / GUARDAEQUIPAJE* at AICM, ~100 MXN per day.
*Goo-ARR-dah ek-kee-PA-heh
Terminal 1: Internacional area 10 between Gates 7 and 8, Area E-2; 24 hours a day.
Terminal 2: in front of the Domestic Arrivals area, 24 hours a day.
TERMINALS
Terminal 1 is the original terminal, and has expanded a number of times. Terminal 2 was opened in 2007, increasing the airport's capacity 40% from the frequently expanded Terminal 1. SkyTeam, including local member Aeroméxico, excepting Air France and KLM, are located in Terminal 2.
See this WikiTravel page for further information, including airlines and terminals: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mexico_city_airport
Terminal 1:
Premium Lounges in T1: Hotels: See this excellent page on Arriving in Terminal 1, from www.midwesternerinmexico.com.
Terminal 2: (Domestic subterminal and SkyTeam other than KLM and AF)
Premium Lounges in T2: Hotels:
FOR HOTELS, LOUNGES, SLEEPING:
A fairly comprehensiveresource is www.sleepinginairports.net. Their intro page to MEX is here, and it covers everything from hotels to Lounges and ad hoc sleeping in airports. E.g. Avianca Lounge is 24/7 and day passes are currently available.
Izzzleep sleep capsules in Terminal 1 (140 MXN hourly, minimum two hours, WiFi, bathrooms, showers for 130 MXN fee - bookable via Bookings.com, Expedia, etc.) Landsude, just “past the entrance to the Marriott Courtyard, in/on top of the T1 bus terminal structure.” (Gracias to flugvergnugen)
OFFSITE TRANSPORTATION:
By taxi: The authorized taxi stands at the airport have "Transporte Terrestre" kiosks where you can buy a ticket to your destination, and then proceed outside to the taxi line to catch the taxi. DO NOT pay attention to touts or walk across the street to pick up unaffiliated or pirate taxis - kidnapping and assault are not unknown if you choose to do this.
Uber: see https://www.uber.com/cities/mexico-city; see post #146.
You may wish to read over this informative page about using taxis (and the various kinds of taxis available), with particular emphasis on Mexico City taxis.
By Metro: If you have no luggage, you can use the Metro (Line 5 / Yellow Line, station Terminal Aérea) (serves Terminal 1 only - use interterminal shuttle bus to Terminal 2)and connect to your destination (most will connect to other lines at Pantitlán south, or Oceania north of Terminal Aérea). Tickets (and passes) can be purchased from kiosks, and cost $3.00 pesos per trip (~€ 0.15, or ~US$ 0.24). Hours are 05:00 a 24:00 weekdays, starting 06:00 Saturdays, and 07:00 Sundays and holidays. Website (Castilian Spanish).
Local Bus: The best local bus is the articulated BRT (Bus Rapid Transit) Metrobús Line 4 - the electrically-powered red bus runs in priority roadway lanes from 04:30 (am) to midnight), departures every 20 minutes, takes 30 minutes to downtown historic center / centro histórico, costs $30.00 pesos (about US$2.40 / €1.80) single / one way, has luggage space. Catch it on the ground floor of Terminal 1 opposite Gates 6 - 7, and Terminal 2 near the taxi rank on the ground floor / arrivals. Get your tickets from automated kiosks with peso coins or credit card; sweep your card past the validator as you board. See this page (English version) for details.
By Intercity Bus: There are stations in each terminal with reliable, economical and safe buses to various national destinations. See this page for the bus schedule, and for more on Mexican busses here: Bus travel in Mexico, the definitive thread.
"AICM Terminal 1 land terminal (Terminal terrestre de autobuses - open 24 / 7) is located in front of the international area vehicular ramp and its facilities include various services for the comfort of our passengers. Among others, it offers VIP lounges, internet, resting, reading and meeting halls. The terminal also offers a fast food area, shops, souvenirs and currency exchange offices.
The AICM Terminal 2 land terminal is located at gate D, between entrance 4 and the national arrival passenger exit, and its facilities include resting halls and a fast food area."
INTERCITY BUSSES:
- Autobuses del Oriente (ADO)
Tel: 5133-2424 and 01800-702-8000
Operations: 6:00 to 21:00 hrs. 7 days
Destination: Córdoba, state of Veracrúz
- Autobuses Estrella Blanca
Tels: 5786-9341, 5786-9358, 5786-9338 & 5786-9342
Operations: 24 hrs. / 7 days
Destinations: Pachuca, state of Hidalgo
- Autobuses Estrella Roja
Tels: 5786-9341, 5786-9358, 5786-9338 & 5786-9342
Operations: 24 hrs. / 7 days
Destination: Puebla, Puebla
- Autobuses La Piedad
Tels: 5786-9341, 5786-9358, 5786-9338 & 5786-9342
Operating Hours: 24 hrs. / 7 days
Destinations: Querétaro, Qro.
- Autobuses Pullman de Morelos
Tels: 5786-9341, 5786-9358, 5786-9338 & 5786-9342
Operating Hours: 24 hrs. / 7 days
Destination: Cuernavaca, Mor.
- Autobuses TMT Caminante
Tels: 5786-9341, 5786-9358, 5786-9338 & 5786-9342
Operating Hours: 24 hrs. / 7 days
Destination: Toluca, Mexico
GENERAL INFORMATION
"AICM" - Aeropuerto Internacional de la Ciudad de México
(Aeropuerto Internacional Benito Juárez)
Av. Capitán Carlos León S/N
Col Peñón de los Baños
Delegación Venustiano Carranza, DF
CP 15620, México
Phone: (+52 55) 2482-2424 and 2482-2400
Website: http://www.aicm.com.mx/home_en.php (English language version)
Link to AICM airlines information, including terminals.
Most comprehensive information: Wikipedia (Castilian Spanish)
Mexico City Airport Guide to lounges, sleeping, etc. by SleepinginAirports.net
Venustiano Carranza is one of the 16 boroughs (delegaciones) of the Federal District; it serves Mexico City, and is located 3.1 miles / 5 km east of downtown (getting there takes significantly longer than you would think; traffic can be very congested). The airport is one of the oldest, opening in 1928, and is limited by two runways at high altitude (7,316 ft / 2,230 m above MSL) and can not expand due to encroaching population. Recent attempts to open a new, higher capacity airport were ended by the new President, so this airport, Latin America's second busiest, will do for now.
NOTE: See post 380 (23 May 2018, by BenA) for information on the new automated passport reading kiosks in Terminal 2 and a shorter option to lengthy arrivals queues.
FLIGHT INFORMATION: http://www.aicm.com.mx/informacional.../fids/fids.php
CONNECTIONS: Check to see if you need to connect between terminals, and allow plenty of time for that. See MEX Connection Times international / domestic master thread
From an international flight to an international/domestic flight – Clear immigration, customs and security with any (retrieved at carousels) check-in baggage, then place your baggage on the flight connections carousel located on the right hand side, before proceeding to your departure gate.
If you are traveling on separate ticketing, you will have to go to the terminal airline ticket counter, check in and check your bags.
If you are connecting to the same airline to a domestic destination, you will recover your baggage once you arrive there. Look for the transit queue and processing.
From a domestic flight to an international flight – Proceed directly to the appropriate terminal and departure gate ([B.
If you are traveling on separate ticketing, you will have to go to the terminal airline ticket counter, check in and check your bags.
If you are connecting to the same airline to a domestic destination, you will recover your baggage once you arrive there. Look for the transit queue and processing.
From a domestic flight to an international flight – Proceed directly to the appropriate terminal and departure gate ([B.
Aerotrén route
Interterminal Transportation - Landside red shuttle busses[/B] operate 05:00 (am) to 01:00 (am), also used during Aerotrén breakdowns, are labeled ""Transportación entre Terminales"; the stops are at entrance No. 6 of Terminal 1 and entrance No. 4 of Terminal 2. They are air conditioned, have luggage spaces and are wheelchair-accessible.
MEX airport map
ARRIVING: If you are arriving from an international flight without a connection (you are terminating at MEX), you must have your forms filled out - see Requirements for visiting Mexico as a tourist ("tourist card", visa etc.).
You may have a lengthy walk down the glassed-in arrivals corridor. This corridor has glass door controlled areas to allow people from the departures area cross through the arrivals corridor (like using an air lock), so you could be detained by a boarding aircraft. In one instance we were detained nearly fifteen minutes enough route from the 30s gate as a TACA flight boarded and our passage was blocked by glass doors.
Proceed to the corridor end and down one floor to the not-so-well marked exits for "Migración" and proceed to the sometimes lengthy queues to present your passport and documents. Your tourist card will be stamped and you will be given a portion back - turn it in on your departure (if you lose it, expect to pay a fine and have to spend some time with formalities). (When you check in at MEX, the form will be stapled to your boarding pass, and removed at the boarding gate - if somehow you do not have it at counter or gate, you'll have to return landslide and fill out forms and pay a MXN 307.00 fine.
Once your passport is stamped and your "Tourist Card" / FMM is validated, proceed to the baggage carousels and look for your flight to be displayed. Carts are available. Retrieve your baggage and proceed to "ADUANA", where you will queue up one more time.
BAGGAGE STORAGE (link)
If you recover your baggage and have a layover, there are left luggage / baggage storage / GUARDAEQUIPAJE* at AICM, ~100 MXN per day.
*Goo-ARR-dah ek-kee-PA-heh
Terminal 1: Internacional area 10 between Gates 7 and 8, Area E-2; 24 hours a day.
Terminal 2: in front of the Domestic Arrivals area, 24 hours a day.
TERMINALS
Terminal 1 is the original terminal, and has expanded a number of times. Terminal 2 was opened in 2007, increasing the airport's capacity 40% from the frequently expanded Terminal 1. SkyTeam, including local member Aeroméxico, excepting Air France and KLM, are located in Terminal 2.
See this WikiTravel page for further information, including airlines and terminals: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mexico_city_airport
Terminal 1:
Premium Lounges in T1:
- Salón Premier Internacional T1 (Aeroméxico - SkyTeam; Diners Club)
- United Club (United Airlines, Priority Pass)
- Admirals Club (American Airlines, U.S. Airways, oneworld - near Gate 23
- American Express Platinum Centurión Lounge (near Gate 30 - much closer to AA, U.S. etc. departures than some of the airline lounges).
- izZzleep microhotel, $170 MXN (under USD $9.00) for two hours, MXN $160 for a shower, etc. See IZZZLEEP
- Camino Real Aeropuerto de México (connected to terminal 1-B by walkway - 600 rooms, budget) <link>
- Courtyard Mexico City Airport by Marriott (connected by walkway and free shuttle to Terminal 2 - 288 rooms) <link>
- Fiesta Inn Aeropuerto Ciudad de México by Fiesta Americana (Located across from Terminal 1 and offers free shuttles - 327 rooms, budget) <link>
- Hilton México City Airport (Level 3, near gate F1 in the International arrivals area - 110 rooms) <link>
Terminal 2: (Domestic subterminal and SkyTeam other than KLM and AF)
Premium Lounges in T2:
- Club Diamante (Aeromar)
- HSBC Premier Lounge (landslide)
- Salón Premier Nacional (Domestic side - Aeroméxico - SkyTeam; Priority Pass; Diners Club; Airport Angel)
- Salón Premier Internacional T2 (Aeroméxico - SkyTeam; Priority Pass; Diners Club, Airport Angel)
- Riedel Wine Room (Aeroméxico)
- Travel Pass Elite Lounge (Banamex/Citibank)
- Centurión American Express Lounge (American Express)
FOR HOTELS, LOUNGES, SLEEPING:
A fairly comprehensiveresource is www.sleepinginairports.net. Their intro page to MEX is here, and it covers everything from hotels to Lounges and ad hoc sleeping in airports. E.g. Avianca Lounge is 24/7 and day passes are currently available.
Izzzleep sleep capsules in Terminal 1 (140 MXN hourly, minimum two hours, WiFi, bathrooms, showers for 130 MXN fee - bookable via Bookings.com, Expedia, etc.) Landsude, just “past the entrance to the Marriott Courtyard, in/on top of the T1 bus terminal structure.” (Gracias to flugvergnugen)
OFFSITE TRANSPORTATION:
By taxi: The authorized taxi stands at the airport have "Transporte Terrestre" kiosks where you can buy a ticket to your destination, and then proceed outside to the taxi line to catch the taxi. DO NOT pay attention to touts or walk across the street to pick up unaffiliated or pirate taxis - kidnapping and assault are not unknown if you choose to do this.
Uber: see https://www.uber.com/cities/mexico-city; see post #146.
You may wish to read over this informative page about using taxis (and the various kinds of taxis available), with particular emphasis on Mexico City taxis.
Walking out of the airport - Taxi Sitio (Rank) (from WikiTravel - http://wikitravel.org/en/Mexico_City)
Be aware the airport is not located in the best area of the city, so it is not recommended for tourists to walk outside the airport terminal in search for cheaper taxi service unless you have pre-arranged your service. Definitely do not attempt this if you are not comfortable speaking Spanish. Despite this, an alternative Taxi Sitio (site) can be reached by using the overpass located outside of Gate D. Taxis here are about half the price of the official airport taxis and are considered secure. This is the Sitio (taxi rank) that is set up for the airline employees.
Be aware the airport is not located in the best area of the city, so it is not recommended for tourists to walk outside the airport terminal in search for cheaper taxi service unless you have pre-arranged your service. Definitely do not attempt this if you are not comfortable speaking Spanish. Despite this, an alternative Taxi Sitio (site) can be reached by using the overpass located outside of Gate D. Taxis here are about half the price of the official airport taxis and are considered secure. This is the Sitio (taxi rank) that is set up for the airline employees.
Local Bus: The best local bus is the articulated BRT (Bus Rapid Transit) Metrobús Line 4 - the electrically-powered red bus runs in priority roadway lanes from 04:30 (am) to midnight), departures every 20 minutes, takes 30 minutes to downtown historic center / centro histórico, costs $30.00 pesos (about US$2.40 / €1.80) single / one way, has luggage space. Catch it on the ground floor of Terminal 1 opposite Gates 6 - 7, and Terminal 2 near the taxi rank on the ground floor / arrivals. Get your tickets from automated kiosks with peso coins or credit card; sweep your card past the validator as you board. See this page (English version) for details.
By Intercity Bus: There are stations in each terminal with reliable, economical and safe buses to various national destinations. See this page for the bus schedule, and for more on Mexican busses here: Bus travel in Mexico, the definitive thread.
"AICM Terminal 1 land terminal (Terminal terrestre de autobuses - open 24 / 7) is located in front of the international area vehicular ramp and its facilities include various services for the comfort of our passengers. Among others, it offers VIP lounges, internet, resting, reading and meeting halls. The terminal also offers a fast food area, shops, souvenirs and currency exchange offices.
The AICM Terminal 2 land terminal is located at gate D, between entrance 4 and the national arrival passenger exit, and its facilities include resting halls and a fast food area."
INTERCITY BUSSES:
- Autobuses del Oriente (ADO)
Tel: 5133-2424 and 01800-702-8000
Operations: 6:00 to 21:00 hrs. 7 days
Destination: Córdoba, state of Veracrúz
- Autobuses Estrella Blanca
Tels: 5786-9341, 5786-9358, 5786-9338 & 5786-9342
Operations: 24 hrs. / 7 days
Destinations: Pachuca, state of Hidalgo
- Autobuses Estrella Roja
Tels: 5786-9341, 5786-9358, 5786-9338 & 5786-9342
Operations: 24 hrs. / 7 days
Destination: Puebla, Puebla
- Autobuses La Piedad
Tels: 5786-9341, 5786-9358, 5786-9338 & 5786-9342
Operating Hours: 24 hrs. / 7 days
Destinations: Querétaro, Qro.
- Autobuses Pullman de Morelos
Tels: 5786-9341, 5786-9358, 5786-9338 & 5786-9342
Operating Hours: 24 hrs. / 7 days
Destination: Cuernavaca, Mor.
- Autobuses TMT Caminante
Tels: 5786-9341, 5786-9358, 5786-9338 & 5786-9342
Operating Hours: 24 hrs. / 7 days
Destination: Toluca, Mexico
MEX - Mexico City International Airport / 🛫AICM🛬 master thread
Aug 20, 2017, 9:02 pm
#346
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At t2, it took me an hour to go through immigration. Am's Web site and Ota let you buy connection time with as little as 80 min, it'll be risky.
There was a duty free on arrival.
I wasn't given the customs form, I didn't find any near exit. There was no green red light machine, I was able to go straight to connection drop off to my right. I then went through entrance for connections. There were signs, and I already researched, but I can see how you miss them if you are walking too fast without looking.
Centurion was emitting strong paint smell. I don't know if its a sign of near completion or not.
There are 2 salon premier, one next to hsbc I was told they have shower, but closes at 10. I went to another one at the end of mezzanine, I don't think I saw shower, but I was told it's open till 1. Pp Web site was showing different hours, though.
They have wide selection of beer: xx, modelo, Tecate, bohemia, Stella and Heineken, Mexican wines, and spirits. Bartenders serve punto del cielo coffee with full machines.
Tomato and fresh cheese in focaccia, and chips with salsa were served from afternoon to late night, they were fine, but I wish they served different variety throughout the day. Come dinner time, we got cream of avocado soup, I liked it. No sweets or fruits, just yogurts and cookies.
WiFi was good and unlimited. For general public, I think it's limited to an hour. It's better than nothing (cancun!).
There were people sleeping on benches at edges of the lounge, and I joined them in the afternoon. Staff didn't bother us, but we should not do it when it was busy during dinner time. There were always chairs available, but it was the busiest during my stay.
Off to lima!
There was a duty free on arrival.
I wasn't given the customs form, I didn't find any near exit. There was no green red light machine, I was able to go straight to connection drop off to my right. I then went through entrance for connections. There were signs, and I already researched, but I can see how you miss them if you are walking too fast without looking.
Centurion was emitting strong paint smell. I don't know if its a sign of near completion or not.
There are 2 salon premier, one next to hsbc I was told they have shower, but closes at 10. I went to another one at the end of mezzanine, I don't think I saw shower, but I was told it's open till 1. Pp Web site was showing different hours, though.
They have wide selection of beer: xx, modelo, Tecate, bohemia, Stella and Heineken, Mexican wines, and spirits. Bartenders serve punto del cielo coffee with full machines.
Tomato and fresh cheese in focaccia, and chips with salsa were served from afternoon to late night, they were fine, but I wish they served different variety throughout the day. Come dinner time, we got cream of avocado soup, I liked it. No sweets or fruits, just yogurts and cookies.
WiFi was good and unlimited. For general public, I think it's limited to an hour. It's better than nothing (cancun!).
There were people sleeping on benches at edges of the lounge, and I joined them in the afternoon. Staff didn't bother us, but we should not do it when it was busy during dinner time. There were always chairs available, but it was the busiest during my stay.
Off to lima!
Aug 22, 2017, 8:46 am
#347
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The "traffic light" green or red light as you exit Customs, used to determine if younget additional screening or not as your bags get x-rayed in your way out, is no longer in use. All bags are x-rayed prior to carousel delivery now, AFAIK.
Aug 22, 2017, 1:39 pm
#348
Join Date: Nov 2015
Location: YVR
Programs: DL Gold, Hilton Diamond, IHG Diamond, Best Western Diamond Selec
Posts: 539
So how customs at mex choose pax to secondary inspections? Just like many countries where officers decide at their discretion? At lim, it was like that.
Aug 22, 2017, 10:26 pm
#349
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I'm guessing Aduana is not going to tell us much about how they select baggage for secondary screening, but here are some likely factors:
- Tip, allegation or report of irregularity
- Baggage arouses suspicion as it is x-rayed
- Large numbers of checked bags
- Significantly overweight bag
- Odd / nonstandard packaging
- Odors, leaks, wet stains
- Officer's "gut feeling"
"All tourists traveling to Mexico have the right to take with them their personal luggage duty free.
Most commonly encountered restrictions are (import duties could be assessed if you exceed these amounts):
Some food items - especially plants and seeds
Cigars and cigarettes - up to 20 packs per person
Liquor and wine - up to 3 liters per person
Film or videocassettes - up to 12 rolls/cassettes
Medicine for personal use - must have a prescription if the medicine is psychotropic or if you needed one to get the medicine in the first place
Illegal controlled substances & drugs - a no no!
Firearms - only for hunting and must obtain a permit from the Mexican Consulate in advance"
See here for the Mexican SAT page detailing what can (and what can not) be imported into Mexico.
Last edited by JDiver; Aug 22, 2017 at 10:32 pm
Aug 27, 2017, 9:57 am
#350
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As of yesterday, T1 "push the button" in use. Person before me got red. I got green.
Aug 27, 2017, 7:49 pm
#351
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Aug 29, 2017, 11:10 am
#352
Join Date: Dec 2008
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Looks like MEX now has a Japanese-style pod hotel. At $140 per hour ($ being the peso sign), it looks reasonable.
http://www.eluniversal.com.mx/englis...ncept#imagen-1
http://www.eluniversal.com.mx/englis...ncept#imagen-1
Aug 29, 2017, 1:53 pm
#353
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Aug 29, 2017, 2:19 pm
#354
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My day (yesterday) in T1. From the time I left my room at the Sheraton (at noon on the dot), to the time I went downstairs and checked out, and waited a few minutes for the car service, and arrived T1 was just about 30 minutes. Accordingly, I had plenty of time to kill.
(1) Centurion Club - I had a hard time finding it, but finally did. I liked the space well enough. The only thing I had was a nice glass of french Rosé, which was complimentary with the Platinum card. (It was on the "pay for" menu - I'm not quite sure what items are complimentary for Plat cardholders and what aren't.) I then departed and went through the nearest security checkpoint.
(2) The Grand Lounge - This was also a decent enough space, and there were a bunch of little snack offerings (chips, cheese sauce, vegetables, little sandwiches, hot dogs, etc). It looks as this is the lounge for AF passengers. Full bar, respectable wines.
(3) Lounge 19 - Same operation as the Grand Lounge. I should have remained in the Grand Lounge (nicer space), although Lounge 19 had better AC. They had essentially the same snacks out, and then came around with pay-for menus, too. I stayed for one glass of wine and a few chips.
My flight was still showing a slight delay, and was out at Gate 35, so I figured, for reporting sake, and not knowing just how long the walk would be, I was off to:
(4) Avianca Sala VIP - tiny little space. Not awful. But by the time I got out to the gate, the flight was now showing "on time" and I could see the inbound pax disembarking. I spent about 10 minutes in there. There were a few hot dishes that looked extremely appetizing, almost as appetizing as some of the delicacies that I've eaten on AM. I consumed about a half glass of wine, and one bite of food.
As for boarding, there was a "extra screening" table set up with an agent, and what looked like a short list of "extra molestations." As of the time I boarded (probably about #15 or so), no one had been sent to get felt up.
I like T1 better than T2. I think it has been at least a decade since my previous departure from T1.
(1) Centurion Club - I had a hard time finding it, but finally did. I liked the space well enough. The only thing I had was a nice glass of french Rosé, which was complimentary with the Platinum card. (It was on the "pay for" menu - I'm not quite sure what items are complimentary for Plat cardholders and what aren't.) I then departed and went through the nearest security checkpoint.
(2) The Grand Lounge - This was also a decent enough space, and there were a bunch of little snack offerings (chips, cheese sauce, vegetables, little sandwiches, hot dogs, etc). It looks as this is the lounge for AF passengers. Full bar, respectable wines.
(3) Lounge 19 - Same operation as the Grand Lounge. I should have remained in the Grand Lounge (nicer space), although Lounge 19 had better AC. They had essentially the same snacks out, and then came around with pay-for menus, too. I stayed for one glass of wine and a few chips.
My flight was still showing a slight delay, and was out at Gate 35, so I figured, for reporting sake, and not knowing just how long the walk would be, I was off to:
(4) Avianca Sala VIP - tiny little space. Not awful. But by the time I got out to the gate, the flight was now showing "on time" and I could see the inbound pax disembarking. I spent about 10 minutes in there. There were a few hot dishes that looked extremely appetizing, almost as appetizing as some of the delicacies that I've eaten on AM. I consumed about a half glass of wine, and one bite of food.
As for boarding, there was a "extra screening" table set up with an agent, and what looked like a short list of "extra molestations." As of the time I boarded (probably about #15 or so), no one had been sent to get felt up.
I like T1 better than T2. I think it has been at least a decade since my previous departure from T1.
Aug 30, 2017, 12:01 pm
#356
Join Date: Jul 2014
Location: YVR
Programs: WS Nothing, AC Something, AS Gold. Too big for 737Max washrooms
Posts: 893
TelCel Store in MEX T2
Hi:
Can anyone tell me if there is a TelCel store in MEX T2? I'm going to a remote location where there is ONLY TelCel service and I need to buy a SIM card when I arrive in T2.
Thanks.
Can anyone tell me if there is a TelCel store in MEX T2? I'm going to a remote location where there is ONLY TelCel service and I need to buy a SIM card when I arrive in T2.
Thanks.
Aug 30, 2017, 1:47 pm
#357
Join Date: Feb 2010
Posts: 289
Walk over the footbridge from the shuttle into the terminal but don't go downstairs, turn left while you are upstairs and the Telcel store is right there. It opens at 9.00am.
Aug 30, 2017, 3:30 pm
#358
Join Date: Jul 2014
Location: YVR
Programs: WS Nothing, AC Something, AS Gold. Too big for 737Max washrooms
Posts: 893
I arrived at T2 last week and could not find a Telcel store in T2, that doesn't necessarily mean there isn't one. I ended up taking the shuttle train over to T1. Showed them by arriving boarding pass and they were fine with it.
Walk over the footbridge from the shuttle into the terminal but don't go downstairs, turn left while you are upstairs and the Telcel store is right there. It opens at 9.00am.
Walk over the footbridge from the shuttle into the terminal but don't go downstairs, turn left while you are upstairs and the Telcel store is right there. It opens at 9.00am.
Aug 30, 2017, 7:45 pm
#359
FlyerTalk Evangelist
Join Date: Jul 1999
Location: Over the Bay Bridge, CA
Programs: Jumbo mas
Posts: 38,644
Aeropuerto
DIRECCIÓN: Aeropuerto Internacional de la Cd. de México Primer Nivel Ambulatorio Nacional Centro Financiero Local CF-7 Ave. Capitan Carlos Leon S/N Col. Peñón de los Baños, Venustiano Carranza, CDMX. C.P. 15620.
Venustiano Carranza - CDMX
http://www.telcel.com/personas/atenc...entro-atencion
Description isn't particularly helpful.
DIRECCIÓN: Aeropuerto Internacional de la Cd. de México Primer Nivel Ambulatorio Nacional Centro Financiero Local CF-7 Ave. Capitan Carlos Leon S/N Col. Peñón de los Baños, Venustiano Carranza, CDMX. C.P. 15620.
Venustiano Carranza - CDMX
http://www.telcel.com/personas/atenc...entro-atencion
Description isn't particularly helpful.
Aug 30, 2017, 10:36 pm
#360
Moderator: American AAdvantage
Original Poster
Join Date: May 2000
Location: NorCal - SMF area
Programs: AA LT Plat; HH LT Diamond, Maître-plongeur des Muccis
Posts: 62,948
Aeropuerto
DIRECCIÓN: Aeropuerto Internacional de la Cd. de México Primer Nivel Ambulatorio Nacional Centro Financiero Local CF-7 Ave. Capitan Carlos Leon S/N Col. Peñón de los Baños, Venustiano Carranza, CDMX. C.P. 15620.
Venustiano Carranza - CDMX
http://www.telcel.com/personas/atenc...entro-atencion
Description isn't particularly helpful.
DIRECCIÓN: Aeropuerto Internacional de la Cd. de México Primer Nivel Ambulatorio Nacional Centro Financiero Local CF-7 Ave. Capitan Carlos Leon S/N Col. Peñón de los Baños, Venustiano Carranza, CDMX. C.P. 15620.
Venustiano Carranza - CDMX
http://www.telcel.com/personas/atenc...entro-atencion
Description isn't particularly helpful.
Centro Financiero = Financial Center
Store CF-7
Monday through Sunday 9:00 a 19:00 hrs / 9am - 7pm
ATM: Yes
Kiosk: Yes