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How to Book a Mexico City and Oaxaca Trip

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How to Book a Mexico City and Oaxaca Trip

See how to plan a ten-day trip to Mexico City and Oaxaca without sweating the upfront costs.

VoAtlas editorial Updated · 3 min read
Typical cost $2,800 before anything else
Across the 0% window $186.67/mo 15 months, no interest

How we got that: $2,800 spread evenly across the 15-month introductory window on the Discover it® Cash Back. Checked · at the bank Carry a balance past the window and the standard APR applies to what is left.

Mexico City and Oaxaca give you world-class art, unbelievable street food, and centuries of history across ten days. You want to lock in your dates about three months ahead so you get your pick of walkable neighborhoods and boutique stays without paying peak last-minute prices.

Spreading out a $2800 price tag takes some planning, and using the Discover it® Cash Back helps if you want to pay over time without extra fees. You get 0% intro APR for 15 months on purchases and balance transfers, meaning the math breaks down to $186.67 per month if you divide the total across that window.

That 0% intro APR for 15 months on purchases and balance transfers is a deadline, not free money. If you still have a balance left when those 15 months are up, standard interest kicks in on what you owe.

The steps

  1. 01

    Pick your travel window

    Aim for the shoulder seasons between spring and fall to dodge the heaviest crowds and rain. Map out ten total days, splitting them evenly between the urban energy of Mexico City and the artisan markets of Oaxaca.

  2. 02

    Book flights early

    Nail down your round-trip airfare about three months out to keep costs close to average. Look for morning arrivals so you have a full first day to wander your neighborhood.

  3. 03

    Secure your stays

    Reserve neighborhood spots in Roma or Condesa in Mexico City and near Santo Domingo in Oaxaca. Booking these together locks in your core accommodation costs before prices shift.

  4. 04

    Set up your payment plan

    Put the $2800 total on your Discover it® Cash Back using its 0% intro APR for 15 months on purchases and balance transfers. If you divide that balance across the intro window, you are looking at $186.67 per month to clear it completely.

  5. 05

    Build your daily buffer

    Set aside extra cash for street food, museum entries, and regional transport between cities. Having a small daily cushion keeps you from leaning on credit for everyday tacos and mezcal.

  6. 06

    Check the card terms before you commit

    Every figure we publish for the Discover it® Cash Back carries the date a person verified it against Discover and a link to where they checked. Intro windows and APRs change without notice, so confirm the current terms before applying.

    See Discover it® Cash Back terms →

Common questions

How do I split ten days between Mexico City and Oaxaca?

Five days in each city is a solid split. You can take a short domestic flight or an overnight bus between them to maximize your time.

What is the 0% intro APR term on the Discover card?

You get 0% intro APR for 15 months on purchases and balance transfers. After that, any remaining balance starts accruing standard interest.

How much does a typical ten-day trip cost?

A standard trip runs about $2800 total for flights, stays, food, and local transit. Your actual total will shift based on your lodging choices.

Do I need to carry a lot of cash in Mexico?

Yes, street vendors and small markets usually take cash only. Keep your card for hotels and sit-down dinners, and pull pesos from bank ATMs as you go.