Travelling from Paris to Mexico City: what you need to know
Planning your flight from Paris to Mexico City begins with finding the most convenient airport to kick off your trip. Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG), Paris Orly Airport (ORY) and Paris Beauvais Airport (BVA) are the main terminals in Paris.
Step off your plane in Mexico City at Mexico City Juarez International Airport (MEX) or Felipe Angeles International Airport (NLU).
Jump on a direct Paris to Mexico City flight and you'll be in the air for an average of 12 hours.
Mexico City's timezone is UTC-6, making Mexico City seven hours behind Paris.
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) to Mexico City Juarez International Airport (MEX) is the most popular route that connects these two cities. There are 21 flights a week to choose from. If you have things to do before heading off, the last flight from Paris to Mexico City is with Aeromexico at 23:00. Choose the first CDG to MEX departure operated by Aeromexico at 09:00 to make the most of your arrival in Mexico City.
Give yourself enough time to catch your Paris to Mexico City flight. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling over a peak time such as July? Major public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines and delays at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Paris to Mexico City
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Flying from Paris
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
If you're searching for a direct flight from Paris to Mexico City, you can leave from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG). Get from CDG to Mexico City Juarez International Airport (MEX) in one continuous trip.
Air France is a well-known carrier that offers direct Paris to Mexico City plane tickets from CDG.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially save money on your Paris to Mexico City flight. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport. Take a break from travelling at one of these popular options:
Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Bogota Airport (BOG)
The journey from central Paris to CDG takes about 35 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a taxi, you'll cover the 23 kilometres in 35 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
After a hassle-free start to your holiday? Stay near Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Paris to Mexico City or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are the answer:
64% of flights taking off from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport land at their destination on schedule.
CDG is located at 95711, Roissy Charles de Gaulle.
Paris Orly Airport (ORY)
Get more out of your holiday with a stopover on your Paris to Mexico City flight. Visit friends or family or tick another city off your list. Whatever you decide to do, here's where you can stop between Paris Orly Airport and Mexico City:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Madrid Airport (MAD)
Cancun Airport (CUN)
With public transport, you can travel from central Paris to ORY in around 40 minutes. The airport is roughly 14 kilometres away. Driving will take you about 25 minutes.
Start your holiday early with an additional night away from home. Before your flight from Paris to Mexico City, unwind in one of these hotels close to Paris Orly Airport:
Looking at how often flights stay on schedule, Paris Orly Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 79%.
ORY is located at 94396 Orly Aérogare.
Paris Beauvais Airport (BVA)
When reserving your ticket from Paris to Mexico City out of Paris Beauvais Airport (BVA), you have stopover options to choose from. Consider making a pit stop at Madrid Airport (MAD), one of the busiest transit hubs on this route.
The journey time to BVA from the centre of Paris is around 1 hour 15 minutes by public transport. If you prefer to travel by car, it'll take you about 1 hour 15 minutes to cover the 72 kilometres or so.
Sleep a little longer and still make your Paris to Mexico City flight with time to spare. These accommodation options near Paris Beauvais Airport make departure day effortless if you're flying out first thing:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that monitors how often flights reach their destinations without delays. At BVA, that figure is 71%.
Paris Beauvais Airport is located at Tille 60000, Beauvais.
Arriving in Mexico City
Mexico City Juarez International Airport (MEX)
The distance from Mexico City Juarez International Airport (MEX) to central Mexico City is approximately 6 kilometres. It'll take you around 30 minutes to reach the centre driving.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of around 40 minutes.
Book a hotel close to MEX if you have a late flight from Paris to Mexico City. Choose one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Mexico City Juarez International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from INFINITY RENT, MEX or America to explore Mexico City and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, book your ride from Mexico City Juarez International Airport about four weeks ahead of your Paris to Mexico City flight.
Felipe Angeles International Airport (NLU)
Felipe Angeles International Airport (NLU) is about 40 kilometres from the centre of Mexico City. Once you've hopped off your flight from Paris to Mexico City, it'll take you approximately 55 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or taxi.
If you travel by public transport, you'll reach the centre in 2 hours or so.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel close to NLU. Here are a few options where you can tuck yourself in after your flight from Paris to Mexico City:
Europcar, MEX and Keddy By Europcar make picking up a Felipe Angeles International Airport rental car easy and quick. These suppliers are located in or around the terminal and will have you ready to go in a flash.
Get exactly what you want. Reserving your ride from NLU one week in advance often means better deals and a greater range of vehicles.
Mexico City Atizapan Airport (AZP)
Central Mexico City is about 3 kilometres from Mexico City Atizapan Airport (AZP). Set out for your hotel (or get straight to exploring the city's must-see attractions) after your flight from Paris to Mexico City.
Rental agencies sometimes offer promotions for early bookings, so reserve your vehicle from AZP ahead of your flight from Paris to Mexico City. A little prep work can make a big difference in cost.
Best time to go to Mexico City
June is the busiest month for flights from Paris to Mexico City. To skip the crowds, head to Mexico City in March.
When booking your Paris to Mexico City tickets, think about the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. May is the warmest month in Mexico City, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC (54ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
Look for cheap flights from Paris to Mexico City in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 6ºC (43ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF) on average.
More about Mexico City
Start your Mexico City trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Paris to Mexico City, check out our selection of hotels including:
Every great journey has to include a little sightseeing. Basilica of Our Lady of Guadalupe, National Museum of Anthropology and Frida Kahlo Museum are must-visits when exploring Mexico City.
Explore more of Mexico
You've seen Mexico City, now it's time to discover other corners of Mexico. Journey around 21 kilometres northeast to Ecatepec de Morelos to check off its must-visit sights. From Zoologico Zacango to Centro Ecoturistico y Educación Ambiental Sierra de Guadalupe and Botanical Garden, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Guadalajara is another standout destination in Mexico and is around 467 kilometres west of Mexico City. No trip is complete without dropping by Guadalajara's Cathedral, Temple of Our Lady of Guadalupe and Mural Gigante FRIDA KAHLO.