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Mexico City Airport Gradually Restarts Flights After Fog Halts Operations

Low visibility triggered a temporary safety shutdown, prompting travelers to verify flight status through official channels.

Overview

  • AICM announced at 07:38 local time that landings and takeoffs were suspended due to dense fog, and operations began to resume gradually later in the morning.
  • Viva Aerobus reported that both AICM and the Felipe Ángeles airport (AIFA) halted departures and arrivals starting at 05:14 because of the weather.
  • Airlines advised passengers to expect delays and to use their online flight-status tools for real-time updates and rebooking options.
  • AICM provided contact lines for on-site assistance: Terminal 1 at 55 2859 4544 and Terminal 2 at 55 1245 7797.
  • The National Meteorological Service noted early-morning lows of 0–5°C in high areas, conditions that favor fog formation and reduced runway visibility.