Travelling from Mexico City to Abbotsford Airport (YXX): What you need to know
There are two main airports you can fly out of in Mexico City. Explore your options leaving from Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) or Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU) when planning your flight from Mexico City to Abbotsford Airport (YXX).
The timezone in Vancouver is UTC-7, which is one hour behind Mexico City. Abbotsford Airport is located in Vancouver.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Show up at the airport on time to board your flight from Mexico City to YXX.
Peak travel periods mean busier airports, so show up even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for international journeys to keep to your schedule.
Airports in Mexico City
Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
You might be able to make your cheap flight from Mexico City to YXX even cheaper with a stopover. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search to find cities that could split up the flight. Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport (PVR) is an option when taking off from Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX).
Travelling from central Mexico City to MEX takes about 55 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 8 kms (5 miles) in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to Benito Juarez International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Mexico City to Abbotsford Airport, these accommodation options will put you just around the corner from the terminal:
Benito Juarez International Airport has a solid on-time record, reducing your chances of a delayed flight. Departures from MEX land on schedule 80.91% of the time.
Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU)
Break up your flight from Mexico City to Abbotsford Airport with a stop at Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport (PVR). A major stopover between Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport and YXX, it's the perfect opportunity to enjoy some downtime before continuing your journey.
NLU is around 40 kms (25 miles) from central Mexico City. It'll take 55 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour 45 minutes.
Getting everyone to the airport on time before your Mexico City to YXX flight is far easier when you stay close to Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport. If you have an early departure, Verticca Hotel will have you a quick ride from check-in.
When it comes to keeping flights punctual, Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 67.58%.
About Abbotsford Airport (YXX)
Reserve a hotel near YXX if you're catching a late flight from Mexico City to Abbotsford Airport. Select one of these options and call it a night faster:
Travel at your own speed with an Abbotsford Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Hertz, Thrifty or Enterprise and find adventure across Vancouver and beyond.
Booking your vehicle around one week in advance of your Mexico City to Abbotsford Airport flight can help you lock in a great deal.
Getting from Abbotsford Airport (YXX) to central Vancouver
Central Vancouver is around 40 miles from Abbotsford Airport. Travel times by cab or car hire will vary based on traffic conditions and time of day, so do a little research before you go.
Travelling on public transport typically takes 1 hour 30 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Mexico City to Abbotsford Airport (YXX)
£154 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Mexico City to Abbotsford Airport. Return flights start at £355. These prices may change based on availability.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Mexico City to YXX if you book ahead. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird discounts.
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The best time to fly from Mexico City to Abbotsford Airport (YXX)
Picture the kind of break you want when deciding when to fly. May is the quietest month to go to Vancouver. July is when most people book flights from Mexico City to Abbotsford Airport (YXX), which may be perfect if you're chasing more action.
The warmest month in Vancouver is August, with temperatures ranging between 13ºC (55ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF). Lock in your Mexico City to YXX plane ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
Look for cheap tickets from Mexico City to Abbotsford Airport in December if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -1ºC (30ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF).
More about Vancouver
Once you've booked your flight from Mexico City to Abbotsford Airport, find a hotel that puts you in a great location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Vancouver:
Your Vancouver visit should come with a side of sightseeing. Big-name attractions that are worth your time include Stanley Park, Stanley Park Seawall and Stanley Park Seawall.
Explore more of Canada
You've visited Vancouver, now it's time to explore more of Canada. Travel about 225 kms (140 miles) north-east to Kelowna to check off its leading attractions. From Lake Okanagan to The View Winery and Vineyard and Waterfront Park, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Kamloops is another well-known destination in Canada and is around 241 kms (150 miles) north-east of Vancouver. No trip is complete without a visit to St. Paul's Cathedral, Valleyview Nature Park and Clearwater Lakes.