Travelling from Ottawa to Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX): What you need to know
Mexico City is one hour behind Ottawa. Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport is located in Mexico City, which follows the UTC-6 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Get to the airport on time to catch your flight from Ottawa to MEX.
Popular months like August or other busy periods mean longer waiting times and potential delays. Stay on schedule by getting to the airport even earlier. Plan for at least four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Ottawa
Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
Located around 14 kilometres from the centre of Ottawa, YOW can be reached in about 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport will take roughly 35 minutes.
Searching for a comfortable hotel near Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Ottawa to Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping a quick hop from check-in:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport, 58% of flights complete their journey on time.
YOW's address is 50 Airport Road.
About Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
Consider staying in a hotel close to MEX if you're catching a late flight from Ottawa to Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options and get some sleep sooner:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from INFINITY RENT, MEX or America to explore Mexico City and beyond.
For the best deal, book your vehicle around four weeks in advance of your Ottawa to Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport flight.
Getting from Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) to central Mexico City
From Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport, central Mexico City is around 13 kilometres away. It takes about 30 minutes to get to the city centre by car.
It'll take around 40 minutes to get there using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Ottawa to Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Ottawa to Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport is R 3,372. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 6,073. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares may change.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Ottawa to MEX. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely pay.
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The best time to fly from Ottawa to Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
April is the busiest month for flights from Ottawa to Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX). Plan your visit to Mexico City in September if you'd rather avoid peak season.
Book a Ottawa to MEX plane ticket departing in April if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Mexico City to range from 10ºC (50ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Ottawa to Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport in January when temperatures are between 6ºC (43ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF).
More about Mexico City
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Mexico City right here. Explore these options after you've booked your flight from Ottawa to Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport:
Your Mexico City visit wouldn't be complete without a bit of sightseeing. Major attractions worth exploring include Zócalo, Historic Centre (Centro Historico) and Basilica of Our Lady of Guadalupe.
Explore more of Mexico
You've visited Mexico City, now it's time to explore other parts of Mexico. Journey around 105 kilometres southeast to Puebla to tick off its popular sights. From Zócalo de Puebla to Temple of Our Lady of Guadalupe and Centro Histórico de Puebla, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Around 225 kilometres west of Mexico City, Morelia is another favourite stop in Mexico. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Letras Morelia Catedral, Templo de Nuestra Señora de Guadalupe. And Palacio Municipal de Morelia.