Travelling from Montreal to Mexico City: what you need to know
Montreal's main base, Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL), is where many unforgettable trips begin. Explore the departure options from here when searching for a flight from Montreal to Mexico City.
When it comes to planning your arrival in Mexico City, Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) and Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU) are the primary gateways.
Around 6 hours is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct Montreal to Mexico City flight.
Mexico City's timezone is UTC-6, which makes Mexico City two hours behind Montreal.
The busiest route for flights from Montreal to Mexico City is from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) to Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX). Take your pick of 15 weekly services between these two airports. If you want to be on your way as soon as possible, the earliest flight from YUL to MEX is the 09:02 Aeromexico service. If you have other commitments or plans on your day of travel, the last available departure is at 23:04 with Aeromexico.
Give yourself enough time to catch your Montreal to Mexico City flight. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as August, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights when you fly during high season in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Montreal to Mexico City
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Montreal to Mexico City is 155 €. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 347 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Book seven months before travelling. Pricing trends suggest that this is the ideal window for finding cheap Montreal to Mexico City flights.
The best month for picking up cheap plane tickets from Montreal to Mexico City is October. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare all available prices, then select the dates that offer the biggest savings.
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Flying from Montreal
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
You can catch a direct flight from Montreal to Mexico City departing from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL). Start your journey at YUL and end it at Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX).
Aeromexico is a well-known airline that offers direct Montreal to Mexico City plane tickets from YUL.
Travelling from central Montreal to YUL takes about 45 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 16 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Need a convenient hotel close to Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Montreal to Mexico City, these stays will have you moments from check-in:
64.89% of flights that depart Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport touch down at their destination on time.
YUL is located at 975 Romeo Vachon Street North.
Arriving in Mexico City
Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
The distance from Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) to central Mexico City is approximately 6 kilometres. It takes around 25 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Getting there on public transport typically takes 55 minutes.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Montreal to Mexico City. Stay at one of these accommodation options near MEX instead:
Travel at your own pace with a Benito Juarez International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from INFINITY RENT, MEX or America and venture far and wide through Mexico City and beyond.
To get the best deal, book your ride from Benito Juarez International Airport about four weeks in advance of your Montreal to Mexico City flight.
Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU)
Central Mexico City is located around 32 kilometres from Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU). As soon as your flight from Montreal to Mexico City has landed and you've made your way to arrivals, the drive should be around 55 minutes.
If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take approximately 1 hour 45 minutes.
There are some welcoming places to stay within a quick drive of NLU. Ease into relaxation mode at Holiday Inn & Suites Mexico Felipe Angeles Airport after your Montreal to Mexico City flight.
Europcar, MEX and Keddy By Europcar make picking up a Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport rental car easy and quick. These reliable suppliers are located in or around the terminal and will have you behind the wheel before you know it.
Get first dibs on the best options. Reserving your ride from NLU one week ahead of time often means better deals and a wider choice of vehicles.
Best time to go to Mexico City
April is the quietest month for flights from Montreal to Mexico City, while July is the most popular. Work out the ideal time to go to Mexico City based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
The warmest month in Mexico City is April, with temperatures ranging between 10ºC (50ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Lock in your Montreal to Mexico City ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
Look for cheap flights from Montreal to Mexico City in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 6ºC (43ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF) on average.
More about Mexico City
Start your Mexico City trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Montreal to Mexico City, check out our range of accommodation options including:
All great holidays should include some sightseeing. Zocalo, Chapultepec Park and National Museum of Anthropology are must-visits when exploring Mexico City.
Explore more of Mexico
Mexico City has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of Mexico just waiting to be explored. Around 21 kilometres north-east of Mexico City, a trip to Ecatepec de Morelos will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with attractions like Grupo Scout 360 Aztlan, mirador del Valle Park and Kinder casanueva.
Guadalajara is another standout destination in Mexico and is around 467 kilometres west of Mexico City. No journey is complete without a visit to Guadalajara Cathedral, Teatro Degollado and Portales Tlaquepaque Park.
