Flying from Edmonton International Airport (YEG) to Mexico City: what you need to know
Mexico City's timezone is UTC-6, which is the same as Edmonton (the location of Edmonton International Airport).
To avoid rushing for your YEG to Mexico City flight, leave plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Delays at check-in and security are likely if you're flying during high season, so give yourself even more breathing space. A good general rule for peak times? Get there up to four hours early for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
Located around 27 kilometres from central Edmonton, YEG can be reached in about 35 minutes by car (depending on traffic). Travelling on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
Looking for a hotel near YEG? If you've booked an early flight from Edmonton International Airport to Mexico City, these accommodation options put the terminal practically at your doorstep:
69.55% of flights that leave from Edmonton International Airport touch down at their destination on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Edmonton International Airport (YEG) to Mexico City
R 3,704 is currently the best price for a one-way Edmonton International Airport to Mexico City flight. Return flight tickets start from R 7,431. These prices can change based on demand.
To find cheap flights from YEG to Mexico City, book in advance. Airlines usually offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
Finding cheap tickets from Edmonton International Airport to Mexico City is easier if you're flexible with your travel plans. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to access the lowest prices throughout the month and snap up a sweet deal.
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Airports in Mexico City
Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) is around 8 kilometres from the centre of Mexico City. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 25 minutes.
It typically takes 55 minutes to get there by public transport.
Look into staying at a hotel near MEX if you're coming in on a late flight from Edmonton International Airport to Mexico City. Select one of these accommodation options and make your first night all about rest:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Benito Juarez International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from INFINITY RENT, MEX or America and experience the lesser-explored corners of Mexico City and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Benito Juarez International Airport about four weeks ahead of your flight from YEG to Mexico City can help you get the best possible rate.
Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU)
After your flight from Edmonton International Airport to Mexico City has hit the runway, you can get to the city centre in about 55 minutes by car. Central Mexico City is roughly 40 kilometres from Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU).
Public transport will get you there in around 1 hour 45 minutes.
Unpack your bags not long after your YEG to Mexico City flight at Verticca Hotel. This comfortable accommodation option is an easy drive from NLU.
Forget about inconvenient public transport timetables or long cab lines. Grab a Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport rental car and let the journey unfold your way. Check out the availability and rates from Europcar, MEX and Keddy By Europcar.
Lock in the best price by booking your ride from NLU one week in advance. You can also expect to have a wider range of vehicles.
Best time to go to Mexico City
Before you book your flights from Edmonton International Airport to Mexico City, consider which time of year works best for you. High season in Mexico City offers a bustling atmosphere and plenty to do, while the off-season means you'll get better hotel deals and fewer crowds.
Lock in an Edmonton International Airport to Mexico City flight ticket with a departure in April if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 10ºC (50ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from YEG to Mexico City in January when temperatures average between 6ºC (43ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF).
More about Mexico City
Start your Mexico City trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Edmonton International Airport to Mexico City, check out our range of hotels including:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be tricky to know where to begin. Chapultepec Park, Zocalo and National Museum of Anthropology are top attractions which should feature on any well-planned Mexico City itinerary.
Explore more of Mexico
You've seen Mexico City, now it's time to explore other parts of Mexico. Journey about 467 kilometres west to Guadalajara to tick off its popular sights. From Teatro Degollado to Portales Tlaquepaque Park and Zoologico Guadalajara, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
If you want to check out another well-known destination in Mexico, consider Puebla, about 105 kilometres south-east of Mexico City. Mirador de Los Fuertes, Cuexcomate and Street of Candies are among the biggest draws.
