Travelling from Toronto to Mexico City: what you need to know
You can choose from a range of airports when organising your flight from Toronto to Mexico City. Check out your options for flying out of Toronto from Pearson International Airport (YYZ), Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ) and Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF).
Touch down in Mexico City at Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) or Felipe Ángeles International Airport (NLU).
Around 5 hours 20 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct Toronto to Mexico City flight.
The timezone in Mexico City is UTC-6, which is two hours behind Toronto.
Pearson International Airport (YYZ) to Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) is the most traveled route that connects these two cities. There are 22 flights a week to pick from. If you have things to do before heading off, the last flight from Toronto to Mexico City is with Air Canada at 20:20. Opt for the first YYZ to MEX departure with Aeromexico at 01:15 to make the most of your first day in Mexico City.
To ensure you make your Toronto to Mexico City flight, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Be prepared for longer queues during popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
How to find the cheapest flights from Toronto to Mexico City
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Flying from Toronto
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
If you're searching for a direct flight from Toronto to Mexico City, you can leave from Pearson International Airport (YYZ). Travel from YYZ to Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) in one seamless trip.
Air Canada is a popular carrier that offers direct Toronto to Mexico City plane tickets leaving from YYZ.
The journey from central Toronto to YYZ takes around 50 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 19 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Looking for a convenient hotel near Pearson International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Toronto to Mexico City, these stays will put you moments from your departure lounge:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Pearson International Airport, data shows 63.97% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ)
You can get to YTZ from central Toronto in about 35 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The ride by public transport will take roughly 40 minutes to travel the 3 kilometres or so.
You're going on holiday, so why not spend an additional night away? Consider staying at one of these accommodation options near Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport the day before your flight from Toronto to Mexico City:
Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport has an on-time performance of 62%. This figure sheds light on how often flights departing from this airport land on time.
Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF)
The journey time to YKF from the centre of Toronto is around 4 hours 5 minutes by public transport. If you're planning to travel by car, it'll take you roughly 1 hour 15 minutes to cover the 80 kilometres or so.
Skip the rush on your departure day — stay near Region of Waterloo International Airport and know you'll be at the terminal with time to spare. Get comfy at one of these hotels the day before if you have an early Toronto to Mexico City flight:
Flights that take off from YKF touch down at their destination as scheduled 63.64% of the time.
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 about 25 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It typically takes 55 minutes to get there on public transport.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Toronto to Mexico City. Book one of these accommodation options near MEX instead:
Go where the road takes you with a Benito Juarez International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from INFINITY RENT, MEX or America and find adventure across Mexico City and beyond.
For the best deal, book your vehicle from Benito Juarez International Airport around four weeks ahead of your Toronto to Mexico City flight.
Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU)
Central Mexico City is about 32 kilometres from Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU). After your flight from Toronto to Mexico City has touched down and you've navigated your way to arrivals, expect a drive of around 55 minutes.
If you travel by public transport, the journey will take you 1 hour 45 minutes or so.
Holiday Inn & Suites Mexico Felipe Angeles Airport is one accommodation option within a short drive of NLU. Unpack your bags here after your flight from Toronto to Mexico City and then put up the 'Do not disturb' sign to enjoy some uninterrupted rest.
The quickest way to get to where you're going is with a Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Europcar, MEX or Keddy By Europcar and hit the road in a heartbeat.
Avoid paying more than you need to. Securing your ride one week ahead of your arrival at NLU will save you money.
Best time to go to Mexico City
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Toronto to Mexico City. July is the busiest month to travel to Mexico City. If you prefer a more relaxed vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Mexico City is April, with temperatures ranging between 10ºC (50ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Lock in your Toronto to Mexico City ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from Toronto to Mexico City in January when temperatures average between 6ºC (43ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF).
More about Mexico City
After booking your flight from Toronto to Mexico City, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these options your base for exploring Mexico City:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be tricky to know where to begin. Zocalo, Chapultepec Park and National Museum of Anthropology are top sights which should be on every Mexico City itinerary.
Explore more of Mexico
You've seen Mexico City, now it's time to explore other parts of Mexico. Travel around 21 kilometres north-east to Ecatepec de Morelos to tick off its top sights. From Grupo Scout 360 Aztlan to mirador del Valle Park and Kinder casanueva, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Around 467 kilometres west of Mexico City, Guadalajara is another essential stop in Mexico. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Guadalajara Cathedral, Teatro Degollado and Portales Tlaquepaque Park.