Travelling from Houston to Mexico City: what you need to know
There are a couple of main airports to choose from in Houston. Check out your options leaving from Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport (IAH) or Houston Hobby Airport (HOU) when reserving your flight from Houston to Mexico City.
When planning your arrival in Mexico City, Mexico City Juarez International Airport (MEX) and Felipe Angeles International Airport (NLU) are the primary gateways.
Jump on a direct Houston to Mexico City flight and you'll be in the air for an average of 2 hours 25 minutes.
Mexico City's timezone is UTC-6, which is the same as Houston.
You can pick from 67 weekly services between Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport (IAH) and Mexico City Juarez International Airport (MEX). IAH to MEX is the most popular route when booking flights from Houston to Mexico City.
To ensure you don't miss your Houston to Mexico City flight, leave enough time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Flying over a peak time like July? Major public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Houston to Mexico City
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Flying from Houston
Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport (IAH)
Begin your travels at Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport (IAH), which offers a range of direct flights from Houston to Mexico City. From IAH, you can fly without any stops to Mexico City Juarez International Airport (MEX) or Felipe Angeles International Airport (NLU).
You'll have your choice of airlines that offer direct Houston to Mexico City plane tickets out of IAH. Reserve your trip with one of these:
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your journey — and possibly even visit a new city. When searching for Houston to Mexico City flights departing from Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Here are some popular options to consider:
Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
Monterrey Gen Mariano Escobedo Airport (MTY)
San Antonio International Airport (SAT)
Located around 26 kilometres from the centre of Houston, IAH can be reached in about 30 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport will take roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
Have an early flight from Houston to Mexico City? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport, data shows 79% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
You'll find IAH at 16930 JFK Boulevard.
Houston Hobby Airport (HOU)
Split up your Houston to Mexico City flight with a stop so you can recharge or cross a new place off your list. Some great stopovers between Houston Hobby Airport and Mexico City include:
Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
Cancun Airport (CUN)
San Antonio International Airport (SAT)
HOU is around 16 kilometres from central Houston. It'll take you 20 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 50 minutes.
It's your holiday, so why not spend an extra night away from home? Think about checking in to one of these accommodation options near Houston Hobby Airport the day before your flight from Houston to Mexico City:
Houston Hobby Airport has an on-time performance of 79%. This figure provides insight into how frequently flights that leave from this airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
You'll find HOU at 7800 Airport Boulevard.
Arriving in Mexico City
Mexico City Juarez International Airport (MEX)
The distance from Mexico City Juarez International Airport (MEX) to central Mexico City is approximately 6 kilometres. It takes about 30 minutes to get to the centre driving.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 40 minutes.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Houston to Mexico City, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these hotels near MEX:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Mexico City Juarez International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from INFINITY RENT, MEX or America to explore Mexico City and beyond.
Lock in the best rate by booking your ride from Mexico City Juarez International Airport about four weeks in advance of your trip.
Felipe Angeles International Airport (NLU)
Once your flight from Houston to Mexico City has landed, you can reach the city centre in about 55 minutes by car. Central Mexico City is roughly 40 kilometres from Felipe Angeles International Airport (NLU).
The journey will take approximately 2 hours on public transport.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel close to NLU. Here are a few options where you can kick back after your flight from Houston to Mexico City:
Forget about public transport schedules or long taxi lines. Pick up a Felipe Angeles International Airport rental car and take your journey in whatever direction you like. Compare rates and availability from Europcar, MEX and Keddy By Europcar.
Get exactly what you want. Booking your ride from NLU one week ahead of time often means better prices and a greater selection of vehicles.
Mexico City Atizapan Airport (AZP)
After your flight from Houston to Mexico City has landed, the city centre is probably where you're headed next. Mexico City Atizapan Airport (AZP) is around 3 kilometres from central Mexico City.
If you're looking for a particular make or model, booking early gives you a better shot at getting exactly what you want. Secure your ride from AZP a couple of weeks ahead of your flight from Houston to Mexico City.
Best time to go to Mexico City
June is the busiest month for flights from Houston to Mexico City. To avoid the crowds, head to Mexico City in March.
Lock in a Houston to Mexico City ticket departing in May if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Mexico City to range from 12ºC to 30ºC.
Look for cheap flights from Houston to Mexico City in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 6ºC and 23ºC on average.
More about Mexico City
Once you've booked your flight from Houston to Mexico City, take your pick from prime hotels that put you close to the action. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Mexico City:
Basilica of Our Lady of Guadalupe and National Museum of Anthropology are just two of the top-rated attractions to add to your Mexico City itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Frida Kahlo Museum.
Explore more of Mexico
You've seen Mexico City, now it's time to discover other parts of Mexico. Journey about 21 kilometres northeast to Ecatepec de Morelos to check off its must-visit sights. From Zoologico Zacango to Centro Ecoturistico y Educación Ambiental Sierra de Guadalupe and Botanical Garden, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Guadalajara is another favourite destination in Mexico and is around 467 kilometres west of Mexico City. No journey is complete without experiencing Guadalajara's Cathedral, Temple of Our Lady of Guadalupe and Mural Gigante FRIDA KAHLO.
