Flying from Mexico City to Montreal: what you need to know
There are two main airports to choose from in Mexico City. Check out your options leaving from Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) or Santa Lucia Air Force Base (NLU) when organising your flight from Mexico City to Montreal.
Disembark at Montreal's major hub, Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL).
5 hours 14 minutes is the average journey time for a direct flight from Mexico City to Montreal. Based in the UTC-4 timezone, Montreal is 2 hours ahead of Mexico City.
Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) to Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) is the most traveled route between these two cities. There are 81 weekly flights to pick from. If you prefer starting your day later, the last flight from Mexico City to Montreal is with Aeromexico at 13:55. Opt for the first MEX to YUL departure operated by Aeromexico at 00:10 to maximise your time in Montreal.
Leave enough time to make your flight from Mexico City to Montreal. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You'll likely experience longer lines in popular months like July and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
You'll need a visa for Canada if you have a passport from Mexico and are travelling for tourism purposes. Visa and travel documentation requirements are subject to change. So before you book your cheap flights from Mexico City to Montreal, check with your airline and the destination country's local consulate or embassy for up-to-date information.
Flying from Mexico City
Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
You can book a direct flight from Mexico City to Montreal jetting off from Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX). Begin your journey at MEX and land at Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL).
Aeromexico is a leading airline that offers direct flights from Mexico City to Montreal taking off from MEX.
We make it a cinch to find a flight from Mexico City to Montreal with a stopover. To see all the options departing from Benito Juarez International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, select a flight that has a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Major stopovers include:
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
Cancun International Airport (CUN)
MEX is around 8 kilometres from central Mexico City. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 24 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 57 minutes.
Want a relaxed start to your travels? Stay near Benito Juarez International Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Mexico City to Montreal or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU)
Visit family or friends or just take a moment to stretch your legs with a stopover. If you'd like to break up your flight from Mexico City to Montreal, browse these options when leaving from Benito Juarez International Airport:
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
Cancun International Airport (CUN)
You can reach NLU from central Mexico City in about 55 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour and 46 minutes to cover the 40 kilometres or so.
Getting to the airport on time before your flight from Mexico City to Montreal is far easier when you stay close to Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport. Consider booking a room at Villa Granada the night before flying out.
Arriving in Montreal
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) to central Montreal is roughly 26 kilometres. It'll take you around 25 minutes to reach the centre driving.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of roughly 2 hours and 15 minutes.
Consider staying in a hotel close to YUL if you're catching a late flight from Mexico City to Montreal. Select one of these options and skip the long transfer:
St. Hubert Airport (YHU)
St. Hubert Airport (YHU) is roughly 40 kilometres from the centre of Montreal. Following your flight from Mexico City to Montreal, expect a drive time of approximately 35 minutes to reach the heart of the city.
If you're catching public transport, it'll take approximately 1 hour and 45 minutes.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel close to YHU. Here are a few options where you can put your feet up after your flight from Mexico City to Montreal:
How to find the cheapest flights from Mexico City to Montreal
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Mexico City to Montreal is R 3,213. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 6,469. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
To score cheap tickets from Mexico City to Montreal, reserve your trip 10 months ahead of the departure date.
June is the cheapest month for tickets from Mexico City to Montreal. If you want to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for every month.
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Best time to go to Montreal
February is the quietest month for flights from Mexico City to Montreal, while August is the most popular. Figure out the ideal time to go to Montreal based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Before locking in your flight from Mexico City to Montreal, consider the type of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in Montreal, with temperatures ranging from 14ºC to 28ºC.
January has average temperatures of between -19ºC and -2ºC. Search for cheap tickets from Mexico City to Montreal sometime around then if you like cooler conditions.
More about Montreal
Once you've booked your flight from Mexico City to Montreal, think about where you want to stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Montreal:
Mount Royal Park and Montreal Botanical Garden are just two of the popular attractions to add to your Montreal must-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal.
Complete your Montreal trip with a car rental
We use the same magic that helped you find your cheap flight from Mexico City to Montreal to track down awesome deals on car rentals. Search for your ride in seconds and compare your options in one place. Plus we give you all the info you need to drive in Montreal, from the most popular car type to the best time to book.