AeroMexico 787-9 Review: Mexico City to Buenos Aires (AM Plus Experience)
Overview: Flying AeroMexico to Buenos Aires
I chose to fly AeroMexico to Buenos Aires because it was significantly cheaper than American or Delta. It was my first time flying AeroMexico, and I thought it would be a great opportunity to review the airline.
My journey departed from Chicago O’Hare with a connection in Mexico City before continuing to Buenos Aires (EZE). The total round-trip cost was $913, which included AM Plus seats on all flights.
The long-haul segment from Mexico City to Argentina was operated by a Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner and lasted approximately nine hours. Below is my full experience flying AeroMexico from Mexico City to Buenos Aires.
AeroMexico 787-9 Review: Mexico City to Buenos Aires (AM Plus Experience) - Table of Contents
- About My Flight to Buenos Aires
- First Leg: Chicago to Mexico City on a Boeing 737-800
- Transferring in Mexico City – Immigration and Security
- American Express Lounge
- Second Leg – Mexico City to Buenos Aires (EZE) on a 787-900 Dreamliner
- Conclusions – My Thoughts on AeroMexico and AM Plus
- Related Content
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First Leg: Chicago to Mexico City on a Boeing 737-800
The first leg of my journey was an overnight flight from Chicago O’Hare to Mexico City on a Boeing 737-800. The flight time was just under four hours, and we arrived in Mexico City around 5:00 am.
If you’re interested in the short-haul portion of this trip, you can read my full review of AeroMexico from Chicago to Mexico City for more details about that segment.
Transferring at Terminal 2 at Mexico City Airport
Before landing in Mexico City, the flight attendants announced that all non-citizens needed to complete an immigration card. I filled it out as best as I could, leaving a few sections blank since I did not have a Mexican address.
AeroMexico operates exclusively out of Terminal 2 at Mexico City International Airport (Benito Juarez International Airport). After deplaning, all passengers entered the arrival hall, where there were two lines: one for citizens and one for everyone else. The non-citizen queue was long but moved fairly quickly.
When it was my turn, I explained in Spanish that I was transferring to Buenos Aires. The agent stamped my passport and immigration card and returned the bottom portion to me, which had to be surrendered when exiting Mexico a few hours later.
Since my luggage was checked through to Argentina, I did not need to collect it. I walked through the “Nothing to Declare” customs line without being stopped.
Immediately after customs, there was an escalator leading to the transfer security checkpoint. An agent controlled the flow of passengers, allowing only a small group through at a time. After a short wait and a standard security screening, I was back in the Terminal 2 departure area.
For anyone planning an international transfer at Mexico City Airport, the process was straightforward but did require clearing immigration and security before re-entering the departure area.
American Express Lounge at Mexico City Airport
With several hours before boarding, I explored Terminal 2 and eventually settled into the American Express lounge using my Priority Pass (a benefit of my Hilton American Express Card at the time of travel).
The lounge had plenty of seating, food and drink options, and most importantly, free WiFi. I spent about 90 minutes there working on my website before heading to my gate.
Second Leg - Mexico City to Buenos Aires (EZE) on a 787-900 Dreamliner
Boarding the AeroMexico 787-9 Dreamliner
My flight to Buenos Aires departed from Gate 68. Boarding was organized by group, and my AM Plus ticket placed me in Group 2, allowing me to board early.
As passengers filled the cabin, I quietly hoped no one would take the other seats in my row. Fortunately, I ended up with an entire row of three seats to myself.
Seat Review: AM Plus on the AeroMexico 787-9 (Seat 15F)
My assigned seat was 15F in the AM Plus section. AM Plus provides approximately four additional inches of legroom compared to standard economy.
The extra space made the seat comfortable, but having the entire row to myself made a significant difference. I was able to lie across all three seats and managed to sleep for five of the nine flight hours — which is impressive for someone who normally struggles to sleep on airplanes.
For a long-haul flight to Argentina, the additional legroom made the experience noticeably more comfortable.
Meals and Service on the Mexico City to Buenos Aires Flight
There were two meals and three drink services during the nine-hour flight.
The first meal was cold and included a turkey sandwich and chocolate pudding. The second meal was warm, with a choice of chicken or pasta, along with a salad, roll, and vanilla pudding.
The meals were solid, and the pudding was the highlight. Having my own row made eating much easier, as I didn’t have to worry about elbow space.
The flight attendants were friendly and patient, especially as I attempted to communicate in Spanish throughout the flight.
Entertainment on the Boeing 787-9
The 787 featured seatback screens with significantly more options than the 737 on the first leg.
Entertainment choices included:
- Movies
- TV series
- Live television
- Music
- A live route map
The system worked well and offered enough content for a long-haul international flight.
AeroMexico Inflight WiFi
During my flight, AeroMexico offered complimentary messaging through platforms such as iMessage, WhatsApp, and Facebook Messenger. I purchased the 180 MB web browsing package and had no issues uploading photos to my website.
Based on my experience, the WiFi performed reliably throughout the flight. Outside of Qantas, which offers free WiFi across much of its network, AeroMexico’s inflight WiFi was among the best I’ve used on a long-haul flight.
Final Thoughts: Is AeroMexico Good for Long-Haul Flights?
I thoroughly enjoyed my experience flying AeroMexico to Buenos Aires.
From check-in agents to flight attendants, the service was consistently friendly. The Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner was comfortable for a nine-hour flight, and AM Plus provided noticeable extra space.
While no 13-hour travel day is truly easy, this experience felt smooth and well-organized from start to finish.
I would not hesitate to fly AeroMexico long-haul again.
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