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🇲🇽⚽ World Cup 2026

Mexico City

Estadio Azteca

🏟️ Capacity: 87,523✈️ From $200

✈️ How to Get There

MEX

Mexico City International (AICM)

Major hub. Metro Line 5 connects airport to city center (~30 min). Uber/DiDi widely available.

💰 Average Flight Prices

Round-trip economy fares from major US cities. Book early — prices will rise closer to the tournament.

🏨 Where to Stay

Best neighborhoods near Estadio Azteca:

  • 1.Roma/Condesa (trendy, walkable, best food)
  • 2.Polanco (upscale, near museums)
  • 3.Centro Histórico (historic, budget-friendly)
  • 4.Coyoacán (charming, Frida Kahlo Museum)

🚇 Getting Around

Mexico City Metro is extensive and cheap (~$0.30 per ride). Uber and DiDi work well. Metrobús Line 1 near Estadio Azteca. Traffic is brutal — avoid driving.

💳 Best Credit Cards

Capital One Venture X

No FTF, 2x on everything, Visa acceptance is universal in CDMX

Top Pick

Chase Sapphire Reserve

No FTF, 3x dining — CDMX is a food paradise

Amex Gold

4x dining, but Amex acceptance is spottier in Mexico

🍽️ Food & Drink

  • Tacos al pastor at El Huequito
  • Churros at El Moro
  • Mezcal bars in Roma Norte
  • Street food everywhere (safe and incredible)

🎉 Fan Zone

The Zócalo (main plaza) will likely host the biggest fan zone. Expect activations along Paseo de la Reforma.

⚽ Book Your Mexico City World Cup Trip

Search flights now — prices will only go up as the tournament approaches.