Flights and Transfers

Please note that you are liable for the cost of your airfare in the event that you need to cancel off the program or if Travel/Study is unable to run the program for any reason. We strongly recommend purchasing refundable or transferrable tickets, or purchasing additional travel insurance to cover the cost of your flights in case you are unable to use your ticket. You may opt to work with your travel agent or call airlines directly or look on your preferred travel websites for flight options.

If you don’t already have a travel agent, we recommend you contact Carol Brazeau at Travel Experts, Inc., located in Oceanside, CA. She would be happy to assist you with air arrangements.

• Carol can be reached by email at carol@travelxperts.com or by phone at (650) 823-9958. 

• Note that Carol charges a service fee for making travel arrangements.

Once you have booked your air, please forward a copy of the flight itinerary you receive from your airline or travel agent to travelstudy@alumni.stanford.edu.

• If you are arriving early or departing late, please include any requests for additional services, such as hotel nights or airport transfers, in your email or indicate if you have made your own arrangements. 

When to Arrive/Transfers 

Arrive in Mexico City, Mexico (airport code MEX) by 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday, September 4.

• Transfer duration: from 35 minutes to 1 hour depending on traffic, from the airport to the Hyatt Regency Polanco (a distance of about 10 miles).

• Check-in time at hotel: rooms will be available beginning at 3:00 p.m. on September 4.

• First activity: Welcome introductions at 6:30 p.m. on September 4.

All arrivals transfers included:

• Transfers from the Mexico City Airport to the hotel are provided for all travelers, regardless of arrival date. 

• We’ll use the flight information you provide to arrange included transfers. You may be grouped with other travelers arriving on the same flight or at the same time.

When to Depart/Transfers 

Depart from Oaxaca, Mexico (OAX) anytime on Thursday, September 12.

• Transfer duration: approximately 30 minutes from the Grand Fiesta America Oaxaca to the airport (6 miles). Note that you are required to arrive at the airport in Mexico 2 hours prior to an international departure.

• Final activity: farewell dinner on September 11.

All departure transfers included:

• Transfers from our hotel to the Oaxaca Airport are provided for all travelers, regardless of departure date. 

• We’ll use the flight information you provide to arrange included transfers. You may be grouped with other travelers departing on the same flight or at the same time.

Internal Flights

Your flight from Mexico City to Oaxaca in economy class is included in your trip price. There may be an opportunity to upgrade to first class for an additional fee. If you are interested please let us know at least 60 days prior to departure.