Flying from Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF) to Mexico City: what you need to know
Mexico City is two hours behind Toronto, where Region of Waterloo International Airport is located. Mexico City runs on the UTC-6 timezone.
Give yourself plenty of time to get on your YKF to Mexico City flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling over a peak time like August? School holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
YKF is about 80 kilometres from central Toronto. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 1 hour 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 4 hours 5 minutes.
Want a stress-free start to your trip? Stay near YKF. Whether you're taking an early flight from Region of Waterloo International Airport to Mexico City or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Of all flights departing from Region of Waterloo International Airport, 63.64% land on time at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF) to Mexico City
P15,046 is currently the best price for a one-way Region of Waterloo International Airport to Mexico City flight. A return plane ticket starts from P31,049. These prices may change based on availability and demand.
Booking early is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from YKF to Mexico City. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the closer you get to departure, the more it could cost you.
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Airports in Mexico City
Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) to central Mexico City takes around 25 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 8 kilometres away.
Travelling on public transport takes around 55 minutes.
Consider booking a hotel near MEX if you have a late flight from Region of Waterloo International Airport to Mexico City. Settle into one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Benito Juarez International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from INFINITY RENT, MEX or America and experience the lesser-explored corners of Mexico City and beyond.
For the best deal, reserve your vehicle from Benito Juarez International Airport about four weeks in advance of your flight from YKF to Mexico City.
Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU)
Central Mexico City is located around 40 kilometres from Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU). After your flight from Region of Waterloo International Airport to Mexico City has landed and you've made your way out of the airport, the drive should take about 55 minutes.
The journey will take about 1 hour 45 minutes on public transport.
Unpack your bags not long after your YKF to Mexico City flight at Verticca Hotel. This comfy accommodation option is an easy drive from NLU.
Forget about public transport timetables or cab lines. Pick up a Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport rental car and take your journey in whatever direction you like. Compare availability and rates from Europcar, MEX and Keddy By Europcar.
Avoid paying extra. Booking your ride one week ahead of your arrival at NLU can help you lock in a better rate.
Best time to go to Mexico City
Travel to Mexico City in peak season if you want a bustling atmosphere, but remember that prices are typically higher. Alternatively, book flights from Region of Waterloo International Airport to Mexico City during the off-season when prices are cheaper and it's less crowded.
Before locking in your Region of Waterloo International Airport to Mexico City plane ticket, think about the kind of weather you prefer. April is the warmest month in Mexico City, with temperatures ranging from 10ºC (50ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from YKF to Mexico City in January when temperatures average between 6ºC (43ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF).
More about Mexico City
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Mexico City right here. Check out these hotels as soon as you've locked in your flight from Region of Waterloo International Airport to Mexico City:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to work out where to start. Chapultepec Park, Zocalo and National Museum of Anthropology are leading attractions which should feature on any good Mexico City itinerary.
Explore more of Mexico
Guadalajara is just one of the many cities in Mexico waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Mexico City. Around 467 kilometers away to the west, its top attractions include Teatro Degollado, Portales Tlaquepaque Park and Zoologico Guadalajara.
If there's time to check out another side of Mexico, consider Puebla, roughly 105 kilometers south-east of Mexico City. Mirador de Los Fuertes, Cuexcomate and Street of Candies are among the biggest draws.
