Terminal 1 / Gates 1-9
ViPort Lounge
The closer bookable option when your route through Terminal 1 takes you toward Gates 1-9.
Tips
Mexico City Airport Lounges (MEX): Terminal 1 & 2 Guide
Mexico City International Airport (MEX) has separate lounge choices in Terminal 1 and Terminal 2. For most travelers, the correct terminal matters more than small differences between lounges: Terminal 1 has The Lounge Mexico near Gate 31 and ViPort between Gates 8 and 9, while Terminal 2 has a ViPort Lounge near Gate 75.
All three currently have advance pass options and are listed as open 24 hours. Choose a lounge in your departure terminal rather than transferring solely for lounge access.
Quick answer
Which MEX lounge should you choose?
In Terminal 1, choose ViPort for the Gates 1-9 area or The Lounge Mexico for Gate 31 and the international departure area. In Terminal 2, use ViPort near Gate 75. All three currently offer advance passes.
Terminal 1 / Gate 31
The Lounge Mexico
The practical bookable choice after Entrance J and Duty Free near Gate 31.
Terminal 2 / Gate 75
ViPort Lounge
The only current LoungePair pass option in Terminal 2, positioned beside Gate 75.
Not sure which lounge matches your flight?
Compare MEX lounge passes| Terminal | Lounge | Location | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| Terminal 1 | ViPort LoungeBook Pass | Between Gates 8 and 9 | Flights using the Gates 1-9 area |
| Terminal 1 | The Lounge MexicoBook Pass | After Entrance J, near Gate 31 | International departures near Gate 31 |
| Terminal 2 | ViPort LoungeBook Pass | Beside Gate 75 | Terminal 2 departures |
Bookable lounges in Terminal 1
Terminal 1 is large, so use your gate area to choose between its two paid-pass lounges. Both are after security and are only practical for flights departing from Terminal 1.
- ViPort Lounge (Terminal 1): Airside between Gates 8 and 9. ViPort confirms this Terminal 1 location, while LoungePair lists it as open 24 hours with food, drinks and Wi-Fi. Children under five are currently admitted free with an adult.
- The Lounge Mexico by Global Lounge Network: Airside after security; pass through Entrance J and Duty Free to reach the lounge beside Gate 31. LoungePair lists 24-hour operation and a three-hour pass, making it the clearer choice around the Gate 31 side of Terminal 1.
Tip:Stay in your departure terminal.The airport's Aerotrén connects Terminals 1 and 2, but changing terminals for a lounge adds transfer time and requires you to use the correct security route again. Select the Terminal 1 or Terminal 2 lounge that matches your boarding pass.
Bookable lounge in Terminal 2
Terminal 2 currently has one lounge with an individual LoungePair pass page. Other Terminal 2 lounges exist, including airline and card-linked facilities, but their access depends on the relevant ticket, membership or card programme.
- ViPort Lounge (Terminal 2): Airside next to Gate 75. ViPort confirms the Gate 75 direction, and LoungePair currently lists 24-hour operation, food and drinks, Wi-Fi and three-hour paid access.
Other lounges at Mexico City Airport
AICM's official directory lists additional facilities across both terminals, including American Express, Grand Lounge, Mastercard and Lufthansa lounges in Terminal 1, plus HSBC and American Express lounges in Terminal 2. Aeroméxico also operates its own Terminal 2 lounges. These are worth checking when your card, airline status or ticket already includes entry, but they are not part of this three-pass comparison.
Moving between Terminal 1 and Terminal 2
AICM's Aerotrén connects the terminals and normally requires a boarding pass. The airport lists daily operating hours, but terminal-transfer arrangements can change during construction or maintenance. Allow enough time for the transfer and security, and do not plan a lounge visit in the other terminal during a short connection.
When an airport hotel is the better choice
A lounge works well for a shorter wait before departure. A nearby airport hotel is usually more useful for an overnight connection, a long landside stop or an early flight when you need uninterrupted sleep and a private shower.
MEX hotel map
Map of hotels near Mexico City International Airport MEX
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I book an airport lounge at Mexico City Airport?
Yes. The Lounge Mexico and ViPort in Terminal 1, plus ViPort in Terminal 2, currently have advance paid-pass options through LoungePair.
Which bookable lounges are in Terminal 1 at MEX?
Terminal 1 has ViPort between Gates 8 and 9 and The Lounge Mexico near Gate 31 after Entrance J and Duty Free.
Which bookable lounge is in Terminal 2 at MEX?
ViPort Lounge is airside in Terminal 2 beside Gate 75 and currently has an advance pass option.
Are the MEX lounges open 24 hours?
LoungePair currently lists all three lounges in this guide as open 24 hours. Recheck the selected lounge before travel because operating hours can change.
Can I use a Terminal 1 lounge when flying from Terminal 2?
It is not a practical choice. The terminals are separate, and transferring solely for a lounge adds travel and security time. Use the lounge in the terminal shown on your boarding pass.