Flying from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Benito Juarez International Airport is 2 hours 30 minutes.
The timezone in Mexico City is UTC-6, which is one hour behind Houston.
You can choose from 450 weekly George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Benito Juarez International Airport flights. The 07:01 departure with Aeromexico is the earliest flight you can take. VivaAerobus operates the last service of the day at 22:55.
Leave enough time to catch your IAH to MEX flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You can expect bigger queues during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.
With direct flights from George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Benito Juarez International Airport available through a range of airlines, getting to Mexico City (and then other parts of Mexico) is easy. You can travel nonstop with:
The majority of travellers choose to fly with Aeromexico on this route.
Aeromexico is the most punctual carrier that offers IAH to MEX flights. A reliable 86.03% of its services on this route arrive without delay.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Benito Juarez International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Worthwhile stopovers between IAH and MEX include:
Gen Mariano Escobedo Airport
San Antonio International Airport
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
R 1,168 is currently the best price for a one-way George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Benito Juarez International Airport flight. Return flights start at R 3,774. These prices may change based on demand.
Book nine months before flying. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from IAH to MEX.
August is the cheapest month for flights from George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Benito Juarez International Airport. If you prefer to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares for each month.
Landing cheap flights from IAH to MEX couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch when a lower fare pops up.
Secure the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Benito Juarez International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
IAH's address is 16930 JFK Boulevard.
Of all flights departing from George Bush Intercontinental Airport, 78.42% touch down on time at their destination.
To get to George Bush Intercontinental Airport from central Houston, it'll take about 20 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 27 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Taking public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 50 minutes.
Get your travels off to a hassle-free start by staying near IAH. Whether you're taking an early flight from George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Benito Juarez International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays have you covered:
Arriving at Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
If you're landing on a late George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Benito Juarez International Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping shortly after at one of these accommodation options near MEX:
Travel at your own pace with a Benito Juarez International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from INFINITY RENT, MEX or America and see more of Mexico City and beyond.
Booking your ride from Benito Juarez International Airport about four weeks ahead gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Getting from Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) to central Mexico City
Benito Juarez International Airport to the centre of Mexico City has a drive time of about 25 minutes. It's approximately 8 kilometres away.
It'll take around 55 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
When to fly to Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Benito Juarez International Airport. July is the busiest month to head to Mexico City. If you want a more laid-back vibe, go in April.
Book your flight from George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Benito Juarez International Airport for April if you'd like to explore Mexico City during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 10ºC (50ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 6ºC (43ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF). Look for cheap tickets from IAH to MEX around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Mexico
Mexico City has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of Mexico you should also see. Around 21 kilometres north-east of Mexico City, a visit to Ecatepec de Morelos will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with leading sights like Grupo Scout 360 Aztlan, mirador del Valle Park and Kinder casanueva.
If you're looking to explore another well-known destination in Mexico, consider Guadalajara, about 467 kilometres west of Mexico City. Guadalajara Cathedral, Teatro Degollado and Portales Tlaquepaque Park are key highlights.
