EXPO PACK México 2026 returns from June 2 to 5 to Expo Santa Fe, cementing its status as Latin America's leading packaging and processing trade show. With over 700 exhibitors, 20,000 m² of exhibition space, and attendees from more than 40 vertical industries — food, beverage, pharmaceutical, personal care, automotive, and logistics — this biennial event organized by PMMI draws thousands of national and international professionals to Mexico City.
For executives and delegations attending EXPO PACK, transport between the airport, hotels in the Santa Fe area, and the exhibition center is a critical logistical concern. Expo Santa Fe sits on Av. Santa Fe 270, in CDMX's most modern corporate district, but reaching it during rush hour can take over an hour from AICM. An executive transport service with a driver who knows the city's routes eliminates the stress of capital traffic and ensures punctual arrivals at the show.
In this guide we cover how to get there, where to stay, optimal routes, and why VIP transport is the best way to maximize EXPO PACK 2026.
EXPO PACK México 2026: Dates and Key Facts
EXPO PACK México 2026 runs from Tuesday June 2 to Friday June 5, 2026 at Expo Santa Fe, Mexico City. Hours are 11:00 to 18:00 (Tuesday to Thursday) and 11:00 to 17:00 on Friday.
The event brings together over 700 exhibiting companies from 20 countries, showcasing innovations in automation, digitization, robotics, sustainable packaging, barrier materials, smart labeling, and processing solutions. Industries represented include food and beverage, pharmaceutical, personal care, household products, chemical, and automotive.
For international attendees flying into CDMX specifically for EXPO PACK, transport logistics must be planned in advance. The Santa Fe area is 25-30 km from AICM and the trip can take between 40 minutes and 1.5 hours depending on traffic. An executive transport service with a driver who knows alternative routes (Periférico, Autopista Urbana Sur, Santa Fe via Constituyentes) makes the difference between arriving stressed or arriving ready to do business.
Getting from AICM Airport to Expo Santa Fe
Mexico City International Airport (AICM) is located on the eastern side of the city, while Expo Santa Fe is in the west. This crosstown trip is one of the most challenging in the Metropolitan Area.
Main route (Periférico): Exit AICM via Circuito Interior → take Periférico Sur → merge onto Autopista Urbana Sur or continue on Periférico to the Santa Fe exit. Estimated time: 45-90 minutes depending on the hour.
Alternative route (Viaducto + Constituyentes): AICM → Viaducto Miguel Alemán → Av. Constituyentes → Santa Fe. Can be faster at midday.
From Felipe Ángeles Airport (NLU): The trip is longer (70-100 minutes) via the México-Pachuca Highway → Periférico Norte → Santa Fe. If your flight arrives at NLU, it is especially important to have a driver who handles northern city routes.
Our service includes real-time flight monitoring, meet-and-greet at the arrivals hall with a personalized sign, and executive vehicles with WiFi so you can work during the ride.
Recommended Hotels in the Santa Fe District
To minimize transfers during EXPO PACK's four days, staying in the Santa Fe area is the most practical option:
- Westin Santa Fe — 5 minutes from Expo Santa Fe, executive level with business center - Courtyard by Marriott Santa Fe — Excellent price-quality ratio, 8 minutes from the venue - Presidente InterContinental Santa Fe — The closest to Expo Santa Fe, connected by covered walkway - City Express Plus Santa Fe — Efficient option for tight corporate budgets - Live Aqua Urban Resort — Premium option in Centro Comercial Santa Fe, 10 minutes away
If you prefer to stay in Polanco, Reforma, or Condesa for the dining and cultural scene, executive transport with a dedicated driver is the solution: 30-50 minutes to the venue on optimized routes with pre-agreed times to avoid Santa Fe traffic.
Executive Transport vs. Uber/Taxi in the Santa Fe Area
The Santa Fe district presents particular challenges for informal transport:
Problems with ride-hailing apps: During EXPO PACK arrival and departure hours (10:00-11:00 and 17:00-18:00), Uber and DiDi demand in Santa Fe spikes, wait times exceed 20 minutes, and surge pricing multiplies fares by 2x or 3x. Additionally, many app drivers cancel trips heading to Santa Fe due to return traffic.
Problems with taxis: Taxi stands at Expo Santa Fe have high fixed rates and are not always available at the end of the day when thousands of attendees leave simultaneously.
Advantages of executive transport: - Dedicated vehicle waiting at the agreed time, with no wait - Driver who knows alternative Santa Fe routes (Av. Vasco de Quiroga, Prolongación Paseo de la Reforma, Autopista Urbana) - Corporate billing with CFDI for tax deduction - Hourly service ideal for trade show days: the driver waits while you tour the booths - Group coordination: multiple synchronized vehicles for delegations
Hourly Service for Exhibitors and Buyers
For those attending all four days of EXPO PACK, hourly service is the most efficient option:
Exhibitor Plan: Executive vehicle with dedicated driver from 8:00 to 19:00. Includes hotel-Expo Santa Fe-hotel transfer, availability for meetings outside the venue during the day (business lunches in Polanco or Santa Fe, supplier visits), and complete schedule flexibility. Ideal for executives from exhibiting companies who need to move between the booth, the hotel, and external meetings.
Buyer/Visitor Plan: Scheduled round-trip transfers hotel-Expo Santa Fe with fixed times. More economical than hourly service, perfect for those spending the full day inside the venue.
International Delegation Plan: Coordination of multiple vehicles (sedans, SUVs, or executive vans depending on group size) with a single point of contact. Includes airport pickup, daily transfers to the show, and evening dining/networking service. Centralized billing in USD or MXN.
All plans include onboard WiFi, bottled water, USB chargers, and bilingual (Spanish-English) drivers.
Logistics for Groups and International Delegations
EXPO PACK attracts international delegations from the United States, Canada, Brazil, Colombia, Argentina, Germany, and Spain, among other countries. Coordinating transport for a group of 5 to 30 people in Mexico City requires planning:
Staggered airport pickup: If delegation members arrive on different flights, we assign a driver per flight with real-time tracking. Each executive is individually greeted and taken to the group's hotel.
Synchronized daily transport: Executive vans (6-15 passengers) or a combination of sedans and SUVs based on group needs. Coordinated departures from the hotel with fixed times.
Dinners and networking: Recommended restaurants in Polanco (Pujol, Quintonil, Contramar) and Santa Fe (Biko, Morimoto) with round-trip transport for the entire group.
Post-show excursions: For delegations extending their stay, we organize transfers to Teotihuacán, CDMX's historic center, or connecting flights to Cancún or Guadalajara airports.
Contact our events logistics team for a personalized quote based on your delegation's size.
Recommended Executive Routes During EXPO PACK
During EXPO PACK week, traffic in the Santa Fe area intensifies significantly. These are the routes our drivers use to optimize travel times:
AICM → Expo Santa Fe (morning, before 9:00): Circuito Interior → Periférico Sur → Santa Fe exit. Time: 40-55 min.
Polanco → Expo Santa Fe: Av. Palmas → Prolongación Paseo de la Reforma → Santa Fe. Time: 20-35 min.
Condesa/Roma → Expo Santa Fe: Av. Constituyentes → Periférico → Santa Fe. Time: 30-45 min.
Historic Center → Expo Santa Fe: Paseo de la Reforma → Periférico → Santa Fe. Time: 35-50 min.
Expo Santa Fe → Polanco restaurants (evening): Av. Santa Fe → Autopista Urbana Sur → Polanco. Time: 25-40 min.
Timing tip: Leave the hotel before 9:30 AM and depart the venue after 18:30 (Tuesday to Thursday) to avoid peak traffic on the Santa Fe-Periférico corridor.
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