Flying from Paris to Mexico City: what you need to know
Organising your flight from Paris to Mexico City begins with finding the most convenient airport to start your journey. Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG), Paris Orly Airport (ORY) and Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA) are the main terminals in Paris.
When working out where to land in Mexico City, Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) and Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU) are the primary gateways.
The average time for a direct Paris to Mexico City flight is 12 hours.
Mexico City's timezone is UTC-6, which makes Mexico City seven hours behind Paris.
With 22 weekly flights between the two airports, Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) to Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) is the busiest route. Board the first flight from Paris to Mexico City with Aeromexico at 09:00. If you prefer to get more out of your day before taking off, the latest flight from CDG to MEX is with Aeromexico at 23:00.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. That way, you can comfortably board your Paris to Mexico City flight.
Be prepared for longer lines in popular months like June. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
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Flying from Paris
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Depart from Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) on a nonstop flight from Paris to Mexico City. From CDG, you can fly straight to Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX).
Reserve your Paris to Mexico City plane tickets with Air France. This airline is a top choice for direct flights from CDG.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to take a break from travelling — and perhaps even explore a different city. When searching for Paris to Mexico City flights departing from Charles de Gaulle Airport, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Here are some options to consider:
Cancun International Airport (CUN)
El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Located around 23 kilometres from the centre of Paris, CDG can be reached in about 45 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 15 minutes.
After a relaxed start to your trip? Stay near Charles de Gaulle Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Paris to Mexico City or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Of the flights that depart from Charles de Gaulle Airport, 61.46% land on time at their destination.
You'll find CDG at 95711, Roissy Charles de Gaulle.
Paris Orly Airport (ORY)
Make the most of your holiday with a stopover on your Paris to Mexico City flight. Visit family or friends or tick a new city off your list. Whatever you choose to do, here's where you can stop between Paris Orly Airport and Mexico City:
Cancun International Airport (CUN)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
On public transport, you can travel from central Paris to ORY in around 55 minutes. The airport is roughly 14 kilometres away. Driving will take you about 35 minutes.
Start your holiday early with an additional night away from home. Before your flight from Paris to Mexico City, take it easy in one of these hotels near Paris Orly Airport:
75.56% of flights out of Paris Orly Airport arrive within the expected time frame.
The street address for ORY is 94396 Orly Aérogare.
Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA)
Whether just for an hour or two or several days, a stopover can make your entire trip feel a little more stress-free. When flying out of Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA), you can book a ticket from Paris to Mexico City stopping at Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD).
The trip to BVA from central Paris is around 2 hours 20 minutes on public transport. If you prefer to travel by car, it'll take you about 1 hour 30 minutes to cover the 72 kilometres or so.
Make catching an early Paris to Mexico City flight one of the easiest parts of your trip. Book a room at one of these accommodation options near Beauvais-Tille Airport and get to the check-in counter without rushing:
Flights that take off from BVA arrive at their destination on schedule 66.39% of the time.
You'll find Beauvais-Tille Airport at Tille 60000, Beauvais.
Arriving in Mexico City
Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) is approximately 6 kilometres from central Mexico City. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 25 minutes.
Travelling to the centre on public transport typically takes 55 minutes.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Paris to Mexico City. Book one of these accommodation options near MEX instead:
Grab a Benito Juarez International Airport rental car and explore Mexico City and beyond with your own wheels. INFINITY RENT, MEX and America are top providers you can book with here.
Reserving your vehicle from Benito Juarez International Airport around four weeks ahead boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU)
Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU) is around 32 kilometres from the centre of Mexico City. Once you've hopped off your flight from Paris to Mexico City, it takes approximately 55 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
If you hop on public transport, the journey will take you 1 hour 45 minutes or so.
Unpack your bag and relax not long after your flight from Paris to Mexico City at Holiday Inn & Suites Mexico Felipe Angeles Airport. This comfortable accommodation option is an easy drive from NLU.
Europcar, MEX and Keddy By Europcar make collecting a Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport rental car simple. These companies are located in or around the terminal and will have you ready to go in a flash.
Avoid potential price surges. Booking your ride one week before your arrival at NLU can get you a lower rate.
Best time to go to Mexico City
July is the most popular month for flights from Paris to Mexico City. To avoid the crowds, visit Mexico City in April.
Book a Paris to Mexico City ticket departing in April if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Mexico City to range from 10ºC (50ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
Search for cheap flights from Paris to Mexico City in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 6ºC (43ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF) on average.
More about Mexico City
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Mexico City right here. Explore these options once you've booked your flight from Paris to Mexico City:
Zocalo and Chapultepec Park are just the start of the major attractions to put on your Mexico City itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at National Museum of Anthropology.
Explore more of Mexico
Mexico City has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of Mexico you'll want to see. Around 21 kilometres north-east of Mexico City, a visit to Ecatepec de Morelos will keep you busy. Start with attractions like Grupo Scout 360 Aztlan, mirador del Valle Park and Kinder casanueva.
If you want to check out another major destination in Mexico, consider Guadalajara, about 467 kilometres west of Mexico City. Guadalajara Cathedral, Teatro Degollado and Portales Tlaquepaque Park are among its highlights.