SkyTeam member KLM offers a very attractive business class fare in late 2021 and early 2022. Round trips from Budapest to Mexico City are available at €1,333 (~HUF 520,028). You can fly to Cancun for just a little more. Thanks to KLM’s generous refund policy, this can be a nice, risk-free bargain if your outbound flight starts earlier than March 31, 2022.
All Air France and KLM tickets issued for flights until March 31, 2022, are fully refundable. You’d receive a voucher which can be refunded to your bank account. You can read more about this here.
Worldwide travel restrictions are in place to slow the spread of Covid-19. We strongly recommend gathering detailed information about the travel and quarantine restrictions that apply to your desired origin and destination.
A good start is the International Air Transport Association (IATA) website. It provides current updates on a country’s immigration policies. Even better, the Covid-19 Travel Regulations Map is one of the most useful tools you can find.
Our availability calendar shows you all possible flight dates at the lowest fare for trips up to 21 days. We recommend booking directly with Air France and KLM to benefit from the airlines’ generous rebooking policies.
Inner European flights are handled by either KLM or KLM Cityhopper. The long haul segment feature a Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner. The Royal Dutch Airlines has equipped these planes with fully lie-flat-seats up front, in a 1-2-1 configuration. Air France sends a Boeing 777 if you choose a routing via Paris.
Let’s start with the negatives: Not only is Air France’s service usually below average (especially between meals), but their Business Light fare makes things even worse. Only 1 piece of luggage is included, and lounge access costs extra (except on flights to the US). On a positive note, almost all of their planes are equipped with a modern 1-2-1 business class by now.
By now, modern seats have also become the norm at KLM. Its business class is definitely not a bad choice, also thanks to the good service. Like many other airlines, the Boeing 787 always has the newest business class seats installed.
Search & Book
According to the fare rules, tickets are on sale for this price until October 22, 2021 23:58 CEST for travel between October 2021 and March 2022. It is valid for trips of at least six days or one night from Saturday to Sunday between arrival and departure in Mexico.
You may find further flight dates using Google Flights. As mentioned above, we recommend booking directly with the airlines.
Mileage
KLM issues long haul tickets in booking class Z. SkyTeam frequent flyers can earn the following miles and points for a booking on KLM.com and flights via Amsterdam both ways:
- 25,788 Award Miles + 240 Tier Points on Virgin Atlantic Flying Club
- 25,788 RDM + 3,868 MQD on Delta SkyMiles
- 19,342 Miles on MEA Cedar Miles
- 16,802 Miles on Aeromexico Club Premier
- 16,118 Miles on Aerolíneas Argentinas AerolíneasPlus
- 16,118 Miles on Saudia Alfursan
- 16,118 Miles on Vietnam Airlines Lotusmiles
- 16,118 Miles on Korean Air Skypass
- 16,118 Miles on Garuda Indonesia GarudaMiles
- 16,118 Miles on GOL Aéreos Smiles
- 16,118 Miles on Air Europa Suma
- 16,118 Award Miles on Etihad Guest
- 16,118 Miles on ITA Volare
- 16,118 Points on SAS EuroBonus
- 12,894 Points on Malaysia Airlines Enrich
- 4,800 Award Miles + 102 XP on Flying Blue
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Information & Tips for Mexico
Mexico offers diverse attractions such as the ancient ruins of Chichen Itza, the beaches of Cancún and Playa del Carmen, and vibrant cities like Mexico City and Guadalajara. The currency is the Mexican peso (MXN), and credit cards are widely accepted, though cash is useful in smaller towns. Prices are generally affordable, with a wide range depending on location and type of service. The climate varies from tropical along the coasts to more temperate inland, with the dry season from November to April being the most popular time to visit.
Mexico’s transport infrastructure varies widely. In major cities like Mexico City, public transit includes a large metro system, buses, and taxis, though congestion and safety concerns can be issues. Ride-hailing apps are popular in urban areas. Between cities, long-distance buses are common, affordable, and cover most routes, while domestic flights offer faster but more expensive options. Road conditions outside major highways can be uneven, and travel times may be long.
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Information & Tips for Mexico City
Mexico City offers a rich mix of history and culture, with landmarks like the Zócalo, Chapultepec Park, Frida Kahlo’s Casa Azul, and the ancient ruins of Teotihuacan nearby. The local currency is the Mexican peso (MXN), and credit cards are widely accepted in most places. The city is affordable for many travellers, though prices can be higher in tourist-heavy areas. The weather is mild year-round, with warm summers and cooler winters, though air pollution can sometimes be an issue, especially in the winter months.
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