Flying from Vancouver to Mexico City: what you need to know
When searching for your flight from Vancouver to Mexico City, there's a nice selection of airports you can jet off from. Vancouver International Airport (YVR), Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH) and Abbotsford Airport (YXX) are some of Vancouver's main options.
Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) and Felipe Ángeles International Airport (NLU) are Mexico City's primary gateways.
Book a direct Vancouver to Mexico City flight and you'll be travelling for an average of 5 hours 35 minutes.
The timezone in Mexico City is UTC-6, which is one hour ahead of Vancouver.
Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) is the most popular route between these two cities. There are 19 flights a week to choose from. If you prefer a later start to the day, the last flight from Vancouver to Mexico City is with Aeromexico at 23:25. Opt for the first YVR to MEX departure operated by Aeromexico at 00:25 to fit in more activities on your first day in Mexico City.
Leave enough time to get on your Vancouver to Mexico City flight. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling over a peak time like August? Public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues and delays at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from Vancouver to Mexico City
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Flying from Vancouver
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
Take off from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) on a nonstop flight from Vancouver to Mexico City. From YVR, you can fly directly into Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX).
Look out for promotions with Aeromexico. This airline offers direct Vancouver to Mexico City plane tickets from YVR.
YVR is about 11 kilometres from central Vancouver. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 35 minutes.
Have an early flight from Vancouver to Mexico City? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays near Vancouver International Airport:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Vancouver International Airport, data shows 71.77% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Abbotsford Airport (YXX)
YXX is around 64 kilometres from central Vancouver. Driving from the city centre to the terminal takes about 1 hour. If you're considering public transport, you can expect a journey of around 1 hour 30 minutes.
Stay in bed a little longer and still make your Vancouver to Mexico City flight with time to spare. These accommodation options near Abbotsford Airport make getting to the terminal a breeze if you're jetting off early:
The on-time performance record of YXX is 67.97%. In other words, that's how often flights departing this airport arrive as planned.
Arriving in Mexico City
Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) to central Mexico City takes about 25 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 6 kilometres away.
It usually takes 55 minutes to get there when travelling by public transport.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Vancouver to Mexico City. Check in to one of these accommodation options near MEX instead:
Pick up a Benito Juarez International Airport rental car and discover Mexico City and beyond with your own wheels. INFINITY RENT, MEX and America are popular providers you can book with here.
For the lowest price, book your ride from Benito Juarez International Airport about four weeks in advance of your Vancouver to Mexico City flight.
Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU)
Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU) is around 32 kilometres from the centre of Mexico City. After your flight from Vancouver to Mexico City, it takes approximately 55 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
If you're catching public transport, it'll take about 1 hour 45 minutes.
You'll find some comfortable accommodation options just a short drive from NLU. Switch to relaxation mode at Holiday Inn & Suites Mexico Felipe Angeles Airport after your Vancouver to Mexico City flight.
No time to waste? The fastest way to get to where you're going is with a Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Europcar, MEX or Keddy By Europcar and set off in the blink of an eye.
Avoid potential price surges. Reserving your ride one week ahead of your arrival at NLU can help you lock in a better rate.
Best time to go to Mexico City
July is the most popular month for flights from Vancouver to Mexico City. To avoid the crowds, go to Mexico City in April.
Before locking in your Vancouver to Mexico City tickets, consider the weather you're most comfortable in. April is the warmest month in Mexico City, with temperatures ranging from 10ºC to 28ºC.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from Vancouver to Mexico City in January when temperatures average between 6ºC and 23ºC.
More about Mexico City
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Mexico City right here. Explore these options as soon as you've locked in your flight from Vancouver to Mexico City:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be tricky to know where to begin. Zocalo, Chapultepec Park and National Museum of Anthropology are leading attractions which should be on any well-planned Mexico City itinerary.
Explore more of Mexico
You've visited Mexico City, now it's time to explore other corners of Mexico. Journey around 21 kilometres north-east to Ecatepec de Morelos to check off its top attractions. From Grupo Scout 360 Aztlan to mirador del Valle Park and Kinder casanueva, your itinerary will be busy.
Around 467 kilometres west of Mexico City, Guadalajara is another favourite stop in Mexico. Experience major highlights starting with Guadalajara Cathedral, Teatro Degollado and Portales Tlaquepaque Park.
