Travelling from Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) to Vancouver: what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport to Vancouver and you'll be travelling for an average of 5 hours 30 minutes.
Vancouver is two hours behind Mexico City, where Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport is located. Vancouver observes the UTC-8 timezone.
The most popular flight route is from Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) to Vancouver International Airport (YVR). You can choose from 20 services between these airports every week.
Give yourself enough time to get on your MEX to Vancouver flight. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as September, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're flying during high season in general.
Start your journey at MEX and travel nonstop to Vancouver International Airport (YVR). That's where you can expect to land when searching for Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport to Vancouver tickets.
There's a good selection of airlines operating direct flights from Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport to Vancouver, such as:
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to break up your trip and perhaps even explore a different city. When browsing for plane tickets from MEX to Vancouver, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Top options include:
Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC)
MEX is around 6 kilometres from central Mexico City. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 40 minutes.
Want a stress-free start to your trip? Stay near MEX. Whether you're taking an early flight from Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport to Vancouver or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are worth a look:
Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport has a strong on-time record, so flight disruptions are less likely. Departures from MEX arrive at their destination as scheduled 84% of the time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) to Vancouver
R 2,498 is currently the best price for a one-way Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport to Vancouver flight. A return plane ticket starts at R 5,169. These fares may change based on availability and demand.
To pick up cheap flights from MEX to Vancouver, book ahead. Airlines usually offer their most competitively priced fares when tickets first go on sale.
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Airports in Vancouver
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
Vancouver International Airport (YVR) is around 13 kilometres from central Vancouver. If you're getting a taxi or a ride-share, the drive takes about 25 minutes.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of around 25 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport to Vancouver, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these accommodation options near YVR:
Lock in the best deal by booking your vehicle from Vancouver International Airport around one week ahead of your flight from MEX to Vancouver.
Vancouver Coal Harbour Seaplane Base (CXH)
Once your flight from Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport to Vancouver has hit the runway, you can get to the city centre in about 5 minutes by car. Central Vancouver is roughly 2 kilometres from Vancouver Coal Harbour Seaplane Base (CXH).
If you choose to travel on public transport, the ride to the centre will take you 10 minutes or so.
You'll find some comfortable places to drop your things at near CXH. Kick back and get cosy after your MEX to Vancouver flight at one of these well-located options:
Pick the vehicle you actually want, not just what's left, by reserving your ride from CXH before your arrival. You can also avoid last-minute price hikes, especially during busy airport times.
Abbotsford International Airport (YXX)
Abbotsford International Airport (YXX) is around 72 kilometres from the centre of Vancouver. It takes about 1 hour 20 minutes to reach the city centre by car after your flight from Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport to Vancouver.
If you're using public transport, the journey will take you around 2 hours 30 minutes.
Enjoy a more relaxed start to your break by choosing a hotel near YXX after your MEX to Vancouver flight. Recover from your travel day or simply take a moment to get your bearings in a new destination at:
Around one week ahead of your flight from Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport to Vancouver is a good time to book your vehicle from YXX. You're more likely to find a cheaper rate or even pick up some early bird discounts.
Best time to go to Vancouver
July is the most popular month for flights from Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport to Vancouver. To avoid the crowds, head to Vancouver in January.
Book a Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport to Vancouver plane ticket with a departure in August if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 13ºC (55ºF) to 24ºC (75ºF).
February has average temperatures of between -2ºC (28ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from MEX to Vancouver around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Vancouver
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