Flying from Quebec City Jean Lesage International Airport (YQB) to Mexico City: what you need to know
The timezone in Mexico City is UTC-6. The city is two hours behind Quebec, where Quebec City Jean Lesage International Airport is located.
For a relaxed start to your YQB to Mexico City flight, leave plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Delays at check-in and security are likely if you're jetting off during high season, so give yourself some extra breathing room. A good general rule for peak times? Get there up to four hours ahead for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
Located around 14 kilometres from the centre of Quebec, YQB can be reached in about 25 minutes by car. The journey on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 20 minutes.
Want a leisurely start to your holiday? Stay near YQB. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Quebec City Jean Lesage International Airport to Mexico City or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels have you covered:
63.79% of flights leaving from Quebec City Jean Lesage International Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
How to find the cheapest flights from Quebec City Jean Lesage International Airport (YQB) to Mexico City
$509 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Quebec City Jean Lesage International Airport to Mexico City flight. A return flight ticket right now is $756. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares could change.
To pick up cheap flights from YQB to Mexico City, book early. Airlines usually offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.
Landing cheap tickets from Quebec City Jean Lesage International Airport to Mexico City is easier if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Try using the 'Whole month' tool to get the lowest fares throughout the month and bag an awesome 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 around 25 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It'll take around 55 minutes to get there by public transport.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Quebec City Jean Lesage International Airport to Mexico City. Reserve one of these accommodation options near MEX instead:
Grab a Benito Juarez International Airport rental car and discover Mexico City and beyond with your own wheels. INFINITY RENT, MEX and America are leading providers to choose from here.
Lock in the best deal by reserving your vehicle from Benito Juarez International Airport about four weeks before your flight from YQB to Mexico City.
Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU)
Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU) is roughly 40 kilometres from central Mexico City. After your flight from Quebec City Jean Lesage International Airport to Mexico City, it'll take you around 55 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
If you travel by public transport, the journey will take you 1 hour 45 minutes or so.
You'll find a few comfortable places to rest your head just a quick drive from NLU. Shift into relaxation gear at Verticca Hotel after your YQB to Mexico City flight.
Europcar, MEX and Keddy By Europcar make picking up a Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport rental car quick and easy. These providers are located in or around the terminal and will have you behind the wheel before you know it.
Call dibs on the best options. Booking your ride from NLU one week in advance often means better deals and a wider range of vehicles.
Best time to go to Mexico City
Visit Mexico City during the high season if you prefer a lively atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices may be higher. Alternatively, book flights from Quebec City Jean Lesage International Airport to Mexico City during the off-season when prices are cheaper and it's less crowded.
Before booking a Quebec City Jean Lesage International Airport to Mexico City flight ticket, think about the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. April is the warmest month in Mexico City, with temperatures ranging from 10ºC (50ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from YQB to Mexico City in January when temperatures average between 6ºC (43ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF).
More about Mexico City
After booking your flight from Quebec City Jean Lesage International Airport to Mexico City, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Mexico City:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be tricky to know where to begin. Chapultepec Park, Zocalo and National Museum of Anthropology are popular attractions which should feature on any good Mexico City itinerary.
Explore more of Mexico
Mexico City has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of Mexico you should also see. About 467 kilometres west of Mexico City, a visit to Guadalajara will keep your itinerary packed. Don't miss top attractions like Teatro Degollado, Portales Tlaquepaque Park and Zoologico Guadalajara.
Puebla is another favourite destination in Mexico and is around 105 kilometres south-east of Mexico City. No trip is complete without experiencing Mirador de Los Fuertes, Cuexcomate and Street of Candies.
