Travelling from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) to Mexico City: what you need to know
Expect to be travelling for 5 hours 15 minutes. That's the average journey time for a direct flight from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport to Mexico City.
The timezone in Mexico City is UTC-6. The city is two hours behind Montreal, where Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport is located.
The most popular route is from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) to Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX). You can choose from 15 weekly services between these two airports. If you'd like to get on your way as soon as possible, the earliest flight from YUL to MEX is the 10:05 Aeromexico service. If you prefer travelling later, the last departure is at 23:10 with Aeromexico.
For a relaxed start to your YUL to Mexico City flight, leave enough time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Longer lines at check-in and security are likely if you're travelling during high season, so allow even more breathing space. A good rule of thumb for peak times? Get there up to four hours ahead for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Direct Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport to Mexico City tickets are available for booking. Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) will be where your journey ends.
Book your seat with Aeromexico. This popular airline operates direct flights from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport to Mexico City.
The journey from central Montreal to YUL takes around 45 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 16 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Catching an early flight from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport to Mexico City? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays near YUL:
64.89% of flights leaving from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport reach their destination on schedule.
YUL is located at 975 Romeo Vachon Street North.
How to find the cheapest flights from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) to Mexico City
R 3,439 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport to Mexico City flight. A return flight ticket right now is R 6,819. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
To pick up cheap flights from YUL to Mexico City, book your trip six months ahead of your planned departure.
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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 grabbing a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 25 minutes.
Getting there on public transport typically takes 55 minutes.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport to Mexico City. Reserve one of these accommodation options near MEX instead:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Benito Juarez International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from INFINITY RENT, MEX or America and explore beyond Mexico City's main sights.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your ride from Benito Juarez International Airport around four weeks before your flight from YUL to Mexico City.
Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU)
The centre of Mexico City is around 40 kilometres from Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU). After your flight from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport to Mexico City has touched down and you've made your way to arrivals, the drive should be around 55 minutes.
If you choose to travel on public transport, you'll get to the city centre in 1 hour 45 minutes or so.
You'll find a few fantastic places to lay your head within an easy drive of NLU. Switch to relaxation mode at Verticca Hotel after your YUL to Mexico City flight.
The fastest way to get to where you're going is with a Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Europcar, MEX or Keddy By Europcar and get going in the blink of an eye.
Avoid potential price surges. Booking your ride one week ahead of your arrival at NLU can get you a lower rate.
Best time to go to Mexico City
Carefully consider your dates before booking your flight from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport to Mexico City. The city comes alive during peak season, but hotel prices are generally higher and attractions can get busy. Plan your trip to Mexico City in the low season if you want a quieter vibe.
Book a Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport to Mexico City flight ticket with a departure in April if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 10ºC (50ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from YUL to Mexico City in January when temperatures average between 6ºC (43ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF).
More about Mexico City
Start your Mexico City trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport to Mexico City, check out our range of accommodation options including:
All great adventures should include a little sightseeing. Chapultepec Park, Zocalo and National Museum of Anthropology are essential stops on your Mexico City itinerary.
Explore more of Mexico
Mexico City is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of Mexico waiting to be discovered. About 467 kilometres west of Mexico City, a trip to Guadalajara will keep your itinerary packed. Check out popular attractions like Teatro Degollado, Portales Tlaquepaque Park and Zoologico Guadalajara.
If you want to check out another well-known destination in Mexico, consider Puebla, roughly 105 kilometres south-east of Mexico City. Mirador de Los Fuertes, Cuexcomate and Street of Candies are key reasons to visit.
