Aerial view of Oaxaca City's colonial center with the Santo Domingo church and convent amid low rooftops
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Cheap flights to Oaxaca

Oaxaca City is celebrated for its cuisine, mezcal, colonial architecture and the nearby ruins of Monte Albán. Its small airport has domestic connections through Mexico City and other hubs, plus some international service.

Cheap airfare to Oaxaca is mostly about timing and flexibility. Compare fares across airlines and nearby airports, shift your dates a few days either way, and book when the price looks right.

Airports for Oaxaca

OAX

Getting from the airport

The airport is south of the city, typically a 20- to 30-minute drive. Shared airport shuttles (colectivos) and taxis run into town.

Where to stay in Oaxaca

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When flights to Oaxaca are cheapest

Fares can rise around the Guelaguetza festival in July and the Day of the Dead in late October and early November; other periods are often cheaper.

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Photos of Oaxaca

Arched cloister of the former Santo Domingo convent with the church's domes and bell towers in Oaxaca
Arched cloister of the former Santo Domingo convent with the church's domes and bell towers in Oaxaca
Oaxaca City at sunset with a lit avenue running toward the surrounding mountains under a violet sky
Oaxaca City at sunset with a lit avenue running toward the surrounding mountains under a violet sky

Frequently asked questions

What airport serves Oaxaca?

Oaxaca International (OAX), south of Oaxaca City.

Are there direct flights to Oaxaca from the US?

Some routes operate, but many travelers connect through Mexico City or another Mexican hub.

When is it hardest to find cheap flights to Oaxaca?

Around the Guelaguetza in July and Day of the Dead, when demand is high.