Flying from Houston to Mexico City: what you need to know
There are two main airports you can start your trip from in Houston. Check out your options leaving from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) or William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) when organising your flight from Houston to Mexico City.
Hop off your plane in Mexico City at Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) or Santa Lucia Air Force Base (NLU).
2 hours 20 minutes is the average time for a direct flight from Houston to Mexico City. Based in the UTC-6 timezone, Mexico City is 1 hour behind Houston.
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) is the most traveled route that connects these two cities. There are 450 departures a week to choose from. If you have things to do before leaving, the last flight from Houston to Mexico City is with VivaAerobus at 22:55. Choose the first IAH to MEX departure operated by Aeromexico at 07:01 if you're more of an early bird.
To ensure you catch your flight from Houston to Mexico City, leave enough time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
You'll likely experience bigger queues during popular months like July and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
You can visit Mexico for tourism purposes without a visa if you hold a passport from United States. But before booking your cheap flight from Houston to Mexico City, make sure you're up to date with the latest guidelines. Visa rules can change, and you may require some travel documentation if your trip is for work or another reason.
Flying from Houston
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
Direct flights from Houston to Mexico City can be booked from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH). IAH offers nonstop options to two Mexico City terminals, Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) and Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU).
Popular airlines that offer direct flights from Houston to Mexico City departing IAH include:
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your journey — and perhaps even tour another city. When searching for flights from Houston to Mexico City departing from George Bush Intercontinental Airport, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Some popular options include:
Gen Mariano Escobedo Airport (MTY)
Felipe Carrillo Puerto Airport (TQO)
Manuel Crescencio Rejon International Airport (MID)
IAH is about 27 kilometres from central Houston. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 49 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Houston to Mexico City? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to George Bush Intercontinental Airport:
William P. Hobby Airport (HOU)
Split up your flight from Houston to Mexico City with a stop so you can stretch your legs or tick another place off your list. Top stopovers between George Bush Intercontinental Airport and Mexico City include:
Gen Mariano Escobedo Airport (MTY)
Felipe Carrillo Puerto Airport (TQO)
Manuel Crescencio Rejon International Airport (MID)
HOU is around 19 kilometres from central Houston. It takes 22 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour and 42 minutes.
Kick off your holiday early with an additional night away from home. Before your flight from Houston to Mexico City, unwind in one of these hotels near William P. Hobby Airport:
Arriving in Mexico City
Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) to central Mexico City takes around 24 minutes by car. It's approximately 8 kilometres away.
Getting to the centre on public transport will take you around 57 minutes.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Houston to Mexico City. Stay at one of these accommodation options near MEX instead:
Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU)
Once your flight from Houston to Mexico City has hit the tarmac, you can make your way to the city centre in around 55 minutes by car. Central Mexico City is approximately 40 kilometres from Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU).
If you're catching public transport, it'll take about 1 hour and 46 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Houston to Mexico City
ج.م. 3,197 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Houston to Mexico City. A return flight starts at ج.م. 9,436. These prices may change depending on availability.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from Houston to Mexico City, book in advance. Airlines tend to offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first made available.
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Best time to go to Mexico City
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Houston to Mexico City. July is the busiest month for a trip to Mexico City. If you prefer a more relaxed atmosphere, go in April.
Before booking a flight from Houston to Mexico City, consider the type of weather you prefer. April is the warmest month in Mexico City, with temperatures ranging from 10ºC to 28ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from Houston to Mexico City in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 6ºC and 23ºC on average.
More about Mexico City
Start your Mexico City trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Houston to Mexico City, browse our selection of hotels including:
Every great holiday has to include some sightseeing. Zocalo, Chapultepec Park and National Museum of Anthropology are attractions you won't want to skip in Mexico City.
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