Flying from Mexico City to Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH): What you need to know
Get your holiday planning underway by working out where you'll take off for your flight from Mexico City to Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH). Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) and Mexico City Felipe Angeles International Airport (NLU) are Mexico City's main airports.
Around 2 hours 20 minutes is the usual time it takes for a direct Mexico City to Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport flight.
Mexico City and Houston (where Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport is located) share the UTC-6 timezone. That means you won't have to adjust your watch when you arrive.
The most popular route is from Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) to Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH), with 67 direct weekly services. If you're looking to take off without delay, the earliest flight from MEX to IAH is the 4:40am United Airlines option. If you prefer to leave later in the day, the last departure is at 6:30pm with Aeromexico.
Give yourself enough time to catch your flight from Mexico City to IAH. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You'll want to head there even earlier during popular months like September. Aim for two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international journeys. Once you've checked in, you can use any extra time to relax or grab something to eat.
Airports in Mexico City
Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
You can find a direct flight from Mexico City to Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) leaving from Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX).
At MEX, you'll find a variety of airlines operating direct flights from Mexico City to Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport, such as:
United ranks first in bookings for flights from MEX to IAH.
Aeromexico is the leading carrier for punctuality on this route.
Located around 13 kilometres from the centre of Mexico City, MEX can be reached in about 30 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport takes roughly 40 minutes.
Want a relaxed start to your travels? Stay near Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Mexico City to Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport or prefer not to rush, these hotels are the answer:
Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport gets top marks for its on-time performance. 84% of flights that depart MEX arrive at their destination on time.
Mexico City Felipe Angeles International Airport (NLU)
Consider starting your journey from Mexico City Felipe Angeles International Airport (NLU). You can book a direct Mexico City to Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) plane ticket with departures from here.
Board your direct flight from Mexico City to IAH with Aeromexico. This is one of the leading carriers flying this route out of NLU.
On the NLU to IAH route, Aeromexico is the preferred choice of many.
With 73.33% of services landing on schedule, Aeromexico is the most punctual carrier flying between Mexico City Felipe Angeles International Airport and Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport.
On public transport, you can travel from central Mexico City to NLU in around 2 hours. The airport is roughly 56 kilometres away, and making the journey by car will take approximately 55 minutes.
You're going on holiday, so why not spend another night away at a hotel near Mexico City Felipe Angeles International Airport? Before your Mexico City to IAH flight, lay your head at Verticca Hotel.
Mexico City Felipe Angeles International Airport has an on-time performance of 76%. This figure gives an insight into how frequently flights that depart from this airport arrive on schedule.
About Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
Consider staying in a hotel near IAH if you're catching a late flight from Mexico City to Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport. Select one of these accommodation options and be under the covers in no time flat:
To secure the lowest price, book your ride around three weeks in advance of your Mexico City to Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport flight.
IAH is located at 16930 JFK Boulevard.
Getting from Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to central Houston
Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport is around 40 kilometres from the centre of Houston. It takes around 30 minutes or so to get to the city by car.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour 10 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Mexico City to Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
Right now, $186 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Mexico City to Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $306. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Get cheap flights from Mexico City to IAH by booking one month ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.
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The best time to fly from Mexico City to Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
It's time to figure out your travel dates for your flight from Mexico City to Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH). July is the most popular month to visit Houston. If you like things a bit more low-key, go in January.
The warmest month in Houston is August, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 40ºC (104ºF). Lock in your Mexico City to IAH plane ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Mexico City to Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport in January when temperatures are between 5ºC (41ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF).
More about Houston
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Houston right here. Check out these options once you've booked your flight from Mexico City to Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport:
There are plenty of things to do in Houston when you're ready to see the sights. Kick things off at The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, Beck Building followed by Houston Museum of Natural Science and The Menil Collection.
Explore more of the United States
Houston will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other parts of the United States you should also see. About 241 kilometres west of Houston, a trip to Austin will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading sights like Texas State Capitol, Austin Museum of Art, Downtown and 360 Bridge.
Around 306 kilometres southwest of Houston, Corpus Christi is another favourite stop in the United States. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at USS LEXINGTON, Texas State Aquarium and Bayfront Park.
