¿Cuánto cuesta un taxi en Ciudad de México? (Guía 2026)
Tarifas de taxi en Ciudad de México, costos de taxi en el aeropuerto AICM, Uber vs taxis de sitio, y cómo evitar estafas a turistas en CDMX para 2026.
Ciudad de México (CDMX) tiene uno de los ecosistemas de taxi más complejos de América Latina. Los taxis "sitio" con taxímetro, los módulos oficiales del aeropuerto y los servicios de aplicación como Uber e InDriver coexisten — y las reglas de seguridad para cada uno son muy diferentes. Esto es lo que debes pagar y cómo pagarlo de forma segura.
Tarifas de Taxi en Ciudad de México (2026)
CDMX has three main taxi categories. Taxi libres (green-and-white cars on the street) are metered but carry a high risk of robbery and kidnapping — these should be avoided by tourists entirely. Sitio taxis operate from fixed stands (sitios) at hotels, shopping centres, and metro stations and are registered and relatively safe. App-based services (Uber, Cabify, InDriver) are the most transparent and recommended for visitors. At AICM airport, only the official prepaid booth taxis are safe — Uber is also available from a designated zone.
Mexico City Taxi Rates (2026)
Desde el Aeropuerto Internacional de la Ciudad de México (AICM, Terminal 1 y 2), utiliza únicamente los módulos oficiales de taxi prepagado dentro de la terminal — los amarillos "Taxi Autorizado" o "Sitio 300". Paga en el módulo antes de dirigirte al vehículo. Las tarifas son fijas por zona.
Airport Taxi Fares — AICM (Benito Juárez International)
Uber está permitido en el AICM desde una zona designada fuera de la Terminal 2 (busca el carril de Uber). Suele ser más económico que las zonas de taxi oficial y es completamente rastreable.
Uber y Cabify son las opciones recomendadas para los turistas en Ciudad de México — precio fijo desde el inicio, pago dentro de la aplicación y un registro de tu trayecto. InDriver te permite negociar la tarifa directamente con el conductor, lo que puede resultar en precios más bajos en horas de menor demanda. Los tres están ampliamente disponibles en toda la ciudad y generalmente son más rápidos de reservar que llamar a un sitio.
Taxis de Sitio (Opción Segura en la Ciudad)
Los taxis de sitio son taxis con taxímetro que operan desde bases fijas (sitios) frente a centros comerciales, hoteles y estaciones de metro. Son una opción legítima y segura — los datos del conductor están registrados en la base. Pide un taxi al encargado del sitio en lugar de acercarte directamente a los conductores. El taxímetro comienza con un banderazo de $16 MXN y marca $12 MXN por km.
Sitio Taxis — The Safe Street Option
Sitio taxis operate from registered fixed stands outside hotels, shopping centres (like Antara, Perisur, and Patio Universidad), Walmart locations, and many metro stations. The driver's details are logged at the stand. Ask the attendant — not the driver directly — to assign you a cab. You can also phone or app-book many sitios. The meter starts at $16 MXN and runs $12 MXN per km — significantly cheaper than Uber for longer journeys outside peak hours.
CDMX Metro as an Alternative
The Mexico City Metro is one of the cheapest metro systems in the world — a flat ₩5 MXN per journey covers the entire network. It runs from 5 am to midnight (Sundays 6 am–midnight). The metro is extremely crowded during rush hour (7–10 am, 6–9 pm) but is efficient and covers most major areas including the airport (Terminal Aérea station, Line 5). At $5 MXN per ride versus $150–280 MXN for a taxi, the metro is the obvious budget choice for most city centre movements.
Preguntas Frecuentes
Is it safe to take a taxi in Mexico City?
Yes — with the right type. Uber, Cabify, and InDriver are safe and recommended. Official sitio taxis from registered stands are also safe. Never hail a taxi off the street (taxi libre) — these carry a real risk of express kidnapping, even in tourist neighbourhoods like Condesa and Roma.
How much is a taxi from Mexico City Airport (AICM) to Polanco or Roma?
The official prepaid booth fare is $280–340 MXN to Polanco and $260–300 MXN to Roma Norte. Uber from the Terminal 2 designated zone is typically $150–250 MXN for the same routes.
Can I use Uber at Mexico City Airport?
Yes. Uber has a designated pickup zone outside Terminal 2 arrivals. It is permitted and safe. The app will direct you to the exact pickup bay. Typically $50–100 MXN cheaper than the official prepaid taxi booth for the same destination.
What is InDriver and is it safe in CDMX?
InDriver is a ride-hailing app where you propose a fare and drivers bid to accept it. It is legal and widely used in Mexico City. Driver details are visible in-app. Savings of 15–30% versus Uber are common during off-peak hours. It is a legitimate and safe option.
How do I find a sitio taxi in Mexico City?
Sitio taxi stands are located outside most major hotels, shopping centres, and some metro stations. Ask the hotel concierge or security guard to flag one — they'll know the nearest registered stand. Do not approach individual drivers on the street.
Should I tip a taxi driver in Mexico City?
Tipping is not expected for metered sitio taxis but rounding up to the nearest $10–20 MXN is appreciated. For Uber and Cabify, a 10–15% in-app tip after the ride is welcomed. InDriver drivers appreciate cash tips as they negotiated a lower upfront fare.
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