Travelling from Toronto to Mexicali Airport (MXL): what you need to know
When looking for a flight from Toronto to Mexicali Airport (MXL), there's a good selection of airports you can jet off from. Pearson International Airport (YYZ), Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ) and Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF) are among Toronto's main options.
Mexicali is 3 hours behind Toronto. Mexicali Airport is located in Mexicali, which operates on the UTC-7 timezone.
To ensure you catch your flight from Toronto to MXL, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Popular months like August or other busy periods mean longer lines and potential delays. Get a head start by getting to the airport even earlier. Aim for at least four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Toronto
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
YYZ is about 27 kilometres from central Toronto. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 26 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be approximately 49 minutes.
After an easy start to your break? Stay near Pearson International Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Toronto to Mexicali Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ)
You can reach YTZ from the centre of Toronto in approximately 35 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The ride on public transport takes roughly 39 minutes to cover the 3 kilometres or so.
You're off on vacation, so why not extend it with an extra night away? Think about staying at one of these hotels near Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport the day before your flight from Toronto to MXL:
About Mexicali Airport (MXL)
Hop off your flight from Toronto to Mexicali Airport and hop into your hotel bed shortly after. If you're looking for a comfortable option a short drive from MXL, unpack your bags at Preciosa Casa Para 10 Personas.
Getting from Mexicali Airport (MXL) to central Mexicali
Mexicali Airport is approximately 23 kilometres from central Mexicali. With your own car rental or in a cab, the drive is about 26 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Toronto to Mexicali Airport (MXL)
For a one-way ticket from Toronto to Mexicali Airport, C$409 is the cheapest price. You can also book a return trip from just C$911. These are the lowest fares right now and may vary depending on availability.
To pick up flight tickets from Toronto to MXL, book as early as you can. Airlines generally offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.
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The best time to fly from Toronto to Mexicali Airport (MXL)
April is the quietest time of year to fly to Mexicali. Alternatively, join the crowds and go in July. This is the most popular month for flights from Toronto to Mexicali Airport.
Schedule your flight from Toronto to MXL for July if you're eager to head to the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Mexicali to range from 27ºC to 46ºC.
December has average temperatures of between 7ºC and 22ºC. Look for cheap flights from Toronto to Mexicali Airport sometime around then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Mexicali
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Mexicali right here. Explore these hotels as soon as you've locked in your flight from Toronto to Mexicali Airport:
Catedral de Nuestra Senora de Guadalupe and Umbral La Chinesca are just a couple of the big attractions to add to your Mexicali to-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Centro Estatal de las Artes, Mexicali.
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