Travelling from Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Mexico City: what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Mexico City and you'll be in the air for an average of 2 hours 20 minutes.
Mexico City's timezone is UTC-6, which is the same as Houston (the location of Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport).
The busiest route is from Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX). Take your pick of 67 services every week between these two airports. If you'd like to get on your way as soon as possible, the earliest flight from IAH to MEX is the 06:03 Aeromexico service. If you're planning to fly out later on, the last departure is at 21:46 with United Airlines.
Allow plenty of time to catch your IAH to Mexico City flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights when you fly during peak periods in general.
Direct Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Mexico City tickets are available for booking. Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) is where you'll be landing.
You'll have your choice of carriers that offer direct flights from Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Mexico City. Reserve your trip with one of these:
We make it a breeze to book plane tickets from IAH to Mexico City with a stopover. To see all the options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, select a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Well-traveled stopover hubs include:
Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
Monterrey International Airport (MTY)
San Antonio International Airport (SAT)
IAH is around 21 kilometres from central Houston. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour 10 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Mexico City? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to IAH:
Of the flights that depart from Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport, 79% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
The address for IAH is 16930 JFK Boulevard.
How to find the cheapest flights from Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Mexico City
R 1,076 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Mexico City flight. A round-trip plane ticket right now is R 2,901. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares may change.
To secure cheap flights from IAH to Mexico City, reserve your journey three months ahead of your planned departure.
August is the best month for picking up an amazing deal on Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Mexico City tickets. If you want to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for each month.
Save time looking for cheap flights from IAH to Mexico City by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.
Tailor your trip with filters. Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Mexico City.
Airports in Mexico City
Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) is around 13 kilometres from central Mexico City. If you're opting for a ride-share or a taxi, the drive takes roughly 30 minutes.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 40 minutes.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Mexico City. Check in to one of these accommodation options near MEX instead:
Reserving your ride from Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport around four weeks ahead of your flight from IAH to Mexico City can help you secure the lowest rate.
Mexico City Felipe Angeles International Airport (NLU)
Mexico City Felipe Angeles International Airport (NLU) is about 56 kilometres from central Mexico City. Once you've disembarked your flight from Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Mexico City, it'll take you around 55 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or taxi.
If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take around 2 hours.
Settle in and unpack not long after your IAH to Mexico City flight at Verticca Hotel. This comfy accommodation option is an easy drive from NLU.
Get exactly what you want. Securing your ride from NLU one week in advance often means more savings and a greater range of vehicles.
Best time to go to Mexico City
November is the quietest month for flights from Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Mexico City, while September is the busiest. Pick the best time to visit Mexico City based on whether you want a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in Mexico City is May, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Book your Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Mexico City plane ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Look for cheap tickets from IAH to Mexico City in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 6ºC (43ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF) on average.
More about Mexico City
Start your Mexico City trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Mexico City, explore our selection of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be tricky to work out where to start. Historic Centre (Centro Historico), Zócalo and Basilica of Our Lady of Guadalupe are leading attractions which should feature on every Mexico City itinerary.
Explore more of Mexico
Mexico City has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of Mexico you should also see. Around 467 kilometres west of Mexico City, a visit to Guadalajara will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with leading sights like Guadalajara Cathedral, Temple of Our Lady of Guadalupe and Mural Gigante FRIDA KHALO.
Around 105 kilometres southeast of Mexico City, Puebla is another favourite stop in Mexico. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Zócalo de Puebla, Temple of Our Lady of Guadalupe and Centro Histórico de Puebla.
