Travelling from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) to Mexico City: what you need to know
The timezone in Mexico City is UTC-6. The city is two hours behind Ottawa, where Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport is located.
For a relaxed start to your YOW to Mexico City flight, leave enough time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
During popular months like August, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
Located around 11 kilometres from central Ottawa, YOW can be reached in about 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic). Travelling on public transport takes roughly 45 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Mexico City? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to YOW:
Of all flights leaving Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport, 58.21% land on schedule at their destination.
You'll find YOW at 50 Airport Road.
How to find the cheapest flights from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) to Mexico City
Rs66,334 is currently the best price for a one-way Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Mexico City flight. Return plane tickets start from Rs133,319. These prices may change based on demand.
Booking in advance is often the key to securing a cheap flight from YOW to Mexico City. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more it could cost you.
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Airports in Mexico City
Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
The distance from Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) to central Mexico City is roughly 8 kilometres. It takes about 25 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It takes around 55 minutes if you're using public transport.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Mexico City, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these hotels near MEX:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Benito Juarez International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from INFINITY RENT, MEX or America and venture far and wide through Mexico City and beyond.
For the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Benito Juarez International Airport about four weeks ahead of your flight from YOW to Mexico City.
Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU)
The centre of Mexico City is about 40 kilometres from Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU). After your flight from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Mexico City has landed and you've made your way out of the airport, the drive should take about 55 minutes.
Public transport will get you there in around 1 hour 45 minutes.
Unpack your bags not long after your YOW to Mexico City flight at Verticca Hotel. This comfy accommodation option is a quick drive from NLU.
The fastest way to reach your destination is with a Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport rental car. Collect a set of wheels from Europcar, MEX or Keddy By Europcar and be off and running.
Snap up the best price by booking your ride from NLU one week ahead of time. You'll also have access to a wider selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Mexico City
Carefully consider your travel dates before locking in your flight from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Mexico City. The city comes alive in high season, but hotel prices are often higher and major attractions can get crowded. Visit Mexico City in low season if you prefer a more relaxed vibe.
Book an Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Mexico City flight ticket with a departure in April if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 10ºC to 28ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from YOW to Mexico City in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 6ºC and 23ºC on average.
More about Mexico City
After booking your flight from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Mexico City, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these options your base for exploring Mexico City:
Every great holiday has to include a little sightseeing. Chapultepec Park, Zocalo and National Museum of Anthropology are attractions you won't want to skip in Mexico City.
Explore more of Mexico
Guadalajara is just one of the many places in Mexico waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Mexico City. Around 467 kilometres away to the west, its top attractions include Teatro Degollado, Portales Tlaquepaque Park and Zoologico Guadalajara.
Around 105 kilometres south-east of Mexico City, Puebla is another favourite stop in Mexico. Experience major highlights starting with Mirador de Los Fuertes, Cuexcomate and Street of Candies.
