Travelling from Yellowknife Airport (YZF) to Mexico City: what you need to know
Mexico City's timezone is UTC-6, which is the same as Yellowknife (the location of Yellowknife Airport).
For hassle-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your YZF to Mexico City flight.
You can expect bigger queues in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
YZF is about 3 kilometres from central Yellowknife. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 10 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 1 hour 15 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Yellowknife Airport to Mexico City? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near YZF:
52.97% of flights that take off from Yellowknife Airport land at their destination on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Yellowknife Airport (YZF) to Mexico City
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Yellowknife Airport to Mexico City flight is 257 €. The cheapest price for a return flight is 517 €. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To find cheap flights from YZF to Mexico City, book early. Airlines usually offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.
Landing cheap tickets from Yellowknife Airport to Mexico City is easier if you can be flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' tool to access the best prices throughout the month and walk away with an incredible deal.
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Airports in Mexico City
Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
The distance from Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) to central Mexico City is roughly 8 kilometres. It'll take you about 25 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of about 55 minutes.
Book a hotel close to MEX if you're coming in on a late flight from Yellowknife Airport to Mexico City. Pick one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Benito Juarez International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from INFINITY RENT, MEX or America to explore Mexico City and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Benito Juarez International Airport around four weeks in advance of your flight from YZF to Mexico City can help you get the best possible rate.
Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU)
Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU) is about 40 kilometres from central Mexico City. Following your flight from Yellowknife Airport to Mexico City, it'll take you around 55 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
The trip will take about 1 hour 45 minutes on public transport.
There are some fantastic places to stay within a short drive of NLU. Switch to relaxation mode at Verticca Hotel after your YZF to Mexico City flight.
The fastest way to reach your destination is with a Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport rental car. Collect your wheels from Europcar, MEX or Keddy By Europcar and hit the road in a heartbeat.
Avoid paying extra. Booking your ride one week before your arrival at NLU will help you save.
Best time to go to Mexico City
Before securing your flights from Yellowknife Airport to Mexico City, consider which time of year works best for you. High season in Mexico City offers a lively atmosphere and plenty of things to do, while the off-season means you'll get cheaper hotel deals and fewer crowds.
The warmest month in Mexico City is April, with temperatures ranging between 10ºC (50ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Lock in your Yellowknife Airport to Mexico City plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from YZF 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. After booking your flight from Yellowknife Airport to Mexico City, browse our selection of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to figure out where to begin. Chapultepec Park, Zocalo and National Museum of Anthropology are highlights which should feature on any good Mexico City itinerary.
Explore more of Mexico
You've visited Mexico City, now it's time to discover other parts of Mexico. Travel around 467 kilometres west to Guadalajara to check off its must-visit sights. From Teatro Degollado to Portales Tlaquepaque Park and Zoologico Guadalajara, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Around 105 kilometres south-east of Mexico City, Puebla is another favourite stop in Mexico. No visit is complete without checking out Mirador de Los Fuertes, Cuexcomate and Street of Candies.
