Mexico City Airport Allergy Guide

Overview

Mexico City Benito Juárez International Airport (MEX) is the busiest airport in Latin America, handling around 50 million passengers each year. It has two terminals — Terminal 1 (the larger, older terminal) and Terminal 2 — connected by a monorail. As a 2026 FIFA World Cup host country airport, expect increased international traffic. Mexico does not have allergen labelling legislation as comprehensive as the UK or EU, so you may need to communicate your allergies more proactively with restaurant staff.

For the official airport website, visit aicm.com.mx.

Official Resources

• Mexico City Airport Official Website
• Terminal Maps
• Services & Amenities Directory

🍽️Key Food Directory

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Important

Chain restaurants often publish allergen menus and matrices online, which can make ordering easier. However, individual franchise locations may vary in their practices. Always confirm directly with staff before ordering. In Mexico, allergen labelling on menus is not legally required — clear communication with staff is essential.

Terminal 1

1. 1
   McDonald's — chain with published allergen information on their website and app; familiar option for cautious eaters
2. 2
   Starbucks — chain with published allergen information on their website and app
3. 3
   Chili's — chain with allergen menu available online; staff trained on allergen requests
4. 4
   Sanborns — large Mexican restaurant chain; staff can advise on ingredients but published allergen matrices are not standard — communicate clearly in Spanish or use an allergy card
5. 5
   TGI Friday's — chain with allergen information available on their website and on request in-store

Terminal 2

1. 1
   Burger King — chain with allergen information published on their website
2. 2
   Starbucks — as above
3. 3
   Panda Express — chain with allergen information available online; be aware of soy and nut use in many dishes
4. 4
   Tacos El Huequito — local taco chain; ask staff about ingredients — traditional Mexican cooking commonly uses corn, dairy, and chilli but varies by dish

🏢Airport Lounges

Mexico City Airport has numerous lounges accessible via Priority Pass, airline status, or day passes.

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Tip

Lounge buffets can be tricky for allergy sufferers as dishes may not be individually labelled. Ask the lounge reception desk for allergen information. Lounges serving Mexican cuisine may use ingredients like mole (contains nuts and sesame) or lard — always ask before eating.

• Salon Premier (Terminal 1) — available via Priority Pass; Mexican and international food; ask staff for ingredient details
• Global Lounge (Terminal 2) — available via Priority Pass; food labelling varies
• Aeromexico Salon Premier (Terminal 2) — airline lounge; allergen information available on request

🏢Allergy-Friendly Tips for This Airport

• Mexico does not have mandatory allergen labelling on restaurant menus — you will need to communicate your allergies directly with staff
• Download and print a Spanish allergy translation card before your trip — this is essential for clear communication
• Traditional Mexican cuisine commonly uses corn, dairy, chilli peppers, and sometimes nuts (especially in mole sauces) and sesame — ask about specific dishes
• International chain restaurants are your most reliable option for published allergen information at MEX
• If you have severe allergies, consider packing your own food — Mexican airport security allows solid food items through in hand luggage
• Airport pharmacies stock some allergy medication, but availability of specific brands may differ from what you use at home — bring your own supply
• The monorail between Terminal 1 and Terminal 2 takes about 10 minutes — factor this into your time if you want to explore food options in the other terminal

📋Before You Go

1. 1
   Check the Mexico City Airport Services Directory to identify dining options in your terminal
2. 2
   Look up allergen menus for international chains before arriving (McDonald's, Starbucks, and Chili's all publish theirs online)
3. 3
   Download your free allergy translation card in Spanish — this is essential at MEX
4. 4
   Pack allergy-friendly snacks in your hand luggage as a backup
5. 5
   Carry your allergy medication in your hand luggage with a doctor's letter if needed