Travelling from Vancouver to Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX): What you need to know
When looking for your flight from Vancouver to Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX), there's a good range of airports you can take off from. Vancouver International Airport (YVR), Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH) and Abbotsford Airport (YXX) are Vancouver's main terminals.
Take off on a direct Vancouver to Benito Juarez International Airport flight and you'll be travelling for an average of 5 hours 35 minutes.
Mexico City is one hour ahead of Vancouver. Benito Juarez International Airport is located in Mexico City, which runs on the UTC-6 timezone.
The busiest route is from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX), with 19 direct weekly services. If you're looking to take off without delay, the earliest flight from YVR to MEX is the 12:25am Aeromexico option. If you're looking to take off later, the final departure is at 11:25pm with Aeromexico.
Your flight from Vancouver to MEX won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
Peak travel periods mean busier airports, so plan to arrive even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for international journeys to stay on schedule.
Airports in Vancouver
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
Enjoy an uninterrupted journey from Vancouver International Airport (YVR). Direct flights from Vancouver to Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) are available from here.
When taking off from YVR, you can take a direct flight from Vancouver to Benito Juarez International Airport with Aeromexico.
Aeromexico is the most frequently chosen airline for flights from YVR to MEX.
Aeromexico is the leading carrier for punctuality on this route.
YVR is about 14 kilometres from central Vancouver. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be around 35 minutes.
Looking for a comfortable hotel near Vancouver International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Vancouver to Benito Juarez International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping just around the corner from the terminal:
71.77% of flights leaving from Vancouver International Airport land at their destination on schedule.
Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH)
You can get to CXH from the centre of Vancouver in approximately 5 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The journey on public transport takes roughly 15 minutes to cover the 2 kilometres or so.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before catching your Vancouver to MEX flight? Relax in a hotel near Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport before your break officially begins. These stays are calling your name:
Abbotsford Airport (YXX)
The journey time to YXX from the centre of Vancouver is around 1 hour 30 minutes by public transport. If you're planning to travel by car, it'll take you about 1 hour to cover the 64 kilometres or so.
Make catching an early Vancouver to Benito Juarez International Airport flight the easiest part of your trip. Stay at one of these accommodation options close to Abbotsford Airport and get to your boarding gate feeling relaxed and unhurried:
The on-time performance record of YXX is 67.97%. To put it simply, that's how frequently flights from this airport arrive at their destination as planned.
About Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
Have a late flight from Vancouver to Benito Juarez International Airport? Don't let it steal your sleep. Check in to one of these hotels near MEX and turn in quicker:
Begin your adventure 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.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your ride around four weeks ahead of your Vancouver to Benito Juarez International Airport flight.
Getting from Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) to central Mexico City
Benito Juarez International Airport is about 6 kilometres from central Mexico City. How long it takes to get to the centre by car hire or cab depends on the time of day. Do some research before your trip.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 55 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Vancouver to Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
Currently, 143 € is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Vancouver to Benito Juarez International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is 271 €. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Vancouver to MEX if you book ahead. Airlines often have some great early bird discounts.
Cheap Vancouver to Benito Juarez International Airport tickets are easier to find when your travel dates are flexible. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to compare fares across each month and then choose the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Vancouver to Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
April is the quietest month for flights from Vancouver to Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX), while July is the most popular. Work out the ideal time to visit Mexico City based on whether you want a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Lock in a Vancouver to MEX plane ticket departing in April if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Mexico City to range from 10ºC (50ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Vancouver to Benito Juarez International Airport in January when temperatures are between 6ºC (43ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF).
More about Mexico City
Start your Mexico City trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Vancouver to Benito Juarez International Airport, browse our selection of hotels including:
There are loads of things to do in Mexico City when you're in the mood to sightsee. Kick off your itinerary at Historic Centre (Centro Historico) followed by Zócalo and Basilica of Our Lady of Guadalupe.
Explore more of Mexico
Puebla is just one of the many places in Mexico waiting to be discovered after you've seen Mexico City. Around 105 kilometres away to the south-east, check out popular attractions including Temple of Our Lady of Guadalupe, Zócalo de Puebla and Centro Histórico de Puebla.
Morelia is another standout destination in Mexico and is around 225 kilometres west of Mexico City. No journey is complete without seeing Letras Morelia Catedral, Templo de Nuestra Señora de Guadalupe. And Palacio Municipal de Morelia.
