Flying from Canadian Rockies International Airport (YXC) to Mexico City: what you need to know
Mexico City and Cranbrook (where Canadian Rockies International Airport is located) are in the UTC-6 timezone. This means there's no time difference to adjust for.
Give yourself plenty of time to get on your YXC to Mexico City flight. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
If you're heading away during a major holiday or another peak period, give yourself more time. A good rule is two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Lines at check-in and security will be longer.
To get to YXC from central Cranbrook, it'll take around 15 minutes by car. It's roughly 11 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Looking for a convenient place to stay before your flight from Canadian Rockies International Airport to Mexico City? Consider St. Eugene Golf Resort & Casino. Get a good night's rest here before making your way to YXC.
When it comes to Canadian Rockies International Airport's on-time performance, 59.46% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Canadian Rockies International Airport (YXC) to Mexico City
The best price we've seen for a one-way Canadian Rockies International Airport to Mexico City flight is $304. The cheapest price for a return flight is $610. Bear in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Booking in advance is often the key to locking in a cheap flight from YXC to Mexico City. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the closer you get to departure, the more expensive your ticket may be.
Scoring cheap tickets from Canadian Rockies International Airport to Mexico City is easier if you can be flexible with your dates. Try using the 'Whole month' function to access the lowest fares across each month and score a fantastic deal.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from YXC to Mexico City by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification on the app when fares go down.
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Airports in Mexico City
Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) to central Mexico City takes about 25 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 8 kilometres away.
Getting to the centre on public transport takes about 55 minutes.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Canadian Rockies International Airport to Mexico City. Reserve one of these accommodation options near MEX instead:
Travel at your own speed with a Benito Juarez International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from INFINITY RENT, MEX or America and see more of Mexico City and beyond.
Secure the lowest price by booking your ride from Benito Juarez International Airport about four weeks in advance of your flight from YXC to Mexico City.
Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU)
After your flight from Canadian Rockies International Airport to Mexico City has arrived, you can reach the city centre in about 55 minutes by car. Central Mexico City is roughly 40 kilometres from Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU).
Public transport will get you there in around 1 hour 45 minutes.
There are some terrific places to rest your head just a quick drive from NLU. Ease into relaxation mode at Verticca Hotel after your YXC to Mexico City flight.
Forget about inconvenient public transport timetables or long cab lines. Grab a Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport rental car and go in any direction that inspires you. Check out the rates and availability from Europcar, MEX and Keddy By Europcar.
Don't pay more than you need to. 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
Carefully consider your trip dates before securing your flight from Canadian Rockies International Airport to Mexico City. The city comes alive in peak season, but hotel prices are usually higher and major attractions can get busy. Go to Mexico City in the off-season if you like a more relaxed vibe.
The warmest month in Mexico City is April, with temperatures ranging between 10ºC (50ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Book your Canadian Rockies International Airport to Mexico City flight ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Search for cheap tickets from YXC to Mexico City in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 6ºC (43ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF) on average.
More about Mexico City
Start your Mexico City trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Canadian Rockies International Airport to Mexico City, check out our selection of accommodation options including:
Chapultepec Park and Zocalo are just a couple of the big attractions to put on your Mexico City must-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at National Museum of Anthropology.
Explore more of Mexico
You've done Mexico City, now it's time to explore more of Mexico. Journey about 467 kilometres west to Guadalajara to check off its top sights. From Teatro Degollado to Portales Tlaquepaque Park and Zoologico Guadalajara, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Puebla is another must-experience destination in Mexico and is around 105 kilometres south-east of Mexico City. No trip is complete without a visit to Mirador de Los Fuertes, Cuexcomate and Street of Candies.
