Travelling from Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) to Mexico City: what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Charles de Gaulle Airport to Mexico City is 10 hours 40 minutes.
Charles de Gaulle Airport is located in Paris. Following the UTC-6 timezone, Mexico City is seven hours behind Paris.
With 22 flights a week between the two airports, Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) to Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) is the busiest route. Aeromexico operates the earliest flight at 09:00. If you'd like to get more out of your day before leaving, the latest flight from CDG to MEX is with Aeromexico at 23:00.
Allow plenty of time to make your CDG to Mexico City flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Longer lines at security and check-in are likely if you're flying during high season, so allow some extra wiggle room. A good rule of thumb for peak times? Arrive up to four hours early for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
You can book a direct Charles de Gaulle Airport to Mexico City ticket. Start your trip at CDG and end it at Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX).
Air France is a popular airline that offers direct flights from Charles de Gaulle Airport to Mexico City.
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to break up your trip and maybe even explore another city. When searching for plane tickets from CDG to Mexico City, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Some popular options include:
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
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 takes roughly 1 hour 15 minutes.
Want an easy start to your holiday? Stay near CDG. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Charles de Gaulle Airport to Mexico City or don't want departure day to feel hectic, these hotels have you covered:
Of all flights leaving Charles de Gaulle Airport, 61.46% arrive on time at their destination.
CDG is located at 95711, Roissy Charles de Gaulle.
How to find the cheapest flights from Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) to Mexico City
$503 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Charles de Gaulle Airport to Mexico City flight. A return ticket right now is $1,091. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Book four months before you travel. Research on pricing trends suggests this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from CDG to Mexico City.
The best month for finding cheap Charles de Gaulle Airport to Mexico City tickets is August. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then choose the dates that offer the biggest savings.
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Airports in Mexico City
Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) is around 8 kilometres from the centre of Mexico City. If you're grabbing a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 25 minutes.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 55 minutes.
Book a hotel close to MEX if you have a late flight from Charles de Gaulle Airport to Mexico City. Settle into one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Hit the road running by picking up a Benito Juarez International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from INFINITY RENT, MEX or America to explore Mexico City and beyond.
To get the lowest price, reserve your ride from Benito Juarez International Airport about four weeks ahead of your flight from CDG to Mexico City.
Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU)
Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU) is about 40 kilometres from central Mexico City. After your flight from Charles de Gaulle Airport to Mexico City, it'll take you around 55 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
The journey will take roughly 1 hour 45 minutes on public transport.
Verticca Hotel is a comfortable accommodation option within an easy drive of NLU. Settle in here after your CDG to Mexico City flight and then hang the 'Do not disturb' sign for some uninterrupted rest.
No time to waste? The fastest way to get to where you're going is with a Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport rental car. Collect your wheels from Europcar, MEX or Keddy By Europcar and get going in the blink of an eye.
Call dibs on the best options. Reserving your ride from NLU one week in advance often means lower prices and a greater range of vehicles.
Best time to go to Mexico City
Travel to Mexico City during high season if you want a lively atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices tend to be higher. Alternatively, book flights from Charles de Gaulle Airport to Mexico City during the off-season when prices are cheaper and crowds are smaller.
The warmest month in Mexico City is April, with temperatures ranging between 10ºC (50ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Book your Charles de Gaulle Airport to Mexico City plane ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from CDG to Mexico City in January when temperatures average between 6ºC (43ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF).
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. Browse these hotels after locking in your flight from Charles de Gaulle Airport to Mexico City:
Chapultepec Park and Zocalo are just the start of the big attractions to add to your Mexico City travel itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out National Museum of Anthropology.
Explore more of Mexico
You've seen Mexico City, now it's time to discover other parts of Mexico. Travel around 467 kilometres west to Guadalajara to tick off its top attractions. From Teatro Degollado to Portales Tlaquepaque Park and Zoologico Guadalajara, your itinerary will be busy.
If you're ready to explore another major destination in Mexico, consider Puebla, about 105 kilometres south-east of Mexico City. Mirador de Los Fuertes, Cuexcomate and Street of Candies are key reasons to visit.
