International route
Cheap flights from Houston to Mexico City
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Mexico City International Airport (MEX). 766 miles, 2h nonstop.
IAH to MEX at a glance
Computed from airline schedules and the fares we track for this route. Refreshed several times a day.
- Distance
- 766 milesgreat-circle
- Typical flight time
- 2hnonstop, gate to gate
- Nonstop airlines
- AADLUAWN9 airlinesAmerican, Delta, United
- Nonstop flights per day
- 18all airlines combined
- Cheapest month
- November 2026over the next six months
- Best day to fly
- Tuesday19% less than Sunday
- Time difference
- 1h behindMexico City vs Houston
Houston to Mexico City
Round trips from $113
Per traveler, taxes and fees included. Lowest fare we found departs Tue, Nov 10.
Cheapest month: November 2026
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Lowest round-trip economy fare per traveler in each of the next six months, taxes and fees included. Select a month to search that date.
Airlines flying Houston to Mexico City
9 airlines fly nonstop with 18 departures a day combined.
- AMAeroméxicoSkyTeamNonstop · 3 flights a day · first checked bag from $40
- UAUnited AirlinesStar AllianceNonstop · 3 flights a day · first checked bag from $40
- VBVivaLow-costNonstop · 3 flights a day · first checked bag from $45
- Y4VolarisLow-costNonstop · 3 flights a day · first checked bag from $45
- NKSpirit AirlinesLow-costNonstop · 2 flights a day · first checked bag from $55
- AAAmerican AirlinesoneworldNonstop · 1 flight a day · first checked bag from $40
- MXBreeze AirwaysLow-costNonstop · 1 flight a day · first checked bag from $45
- DLDelta Air LinesSkyTeamNonstop · 1 flight a day · first checked bag from $35
- WNSouthwest AirlinesLow-costNonstop · 1 flight a day · first checked bag from $35
Connecting options
Every itinerary on this route is nonstop or uses an unusual connection; run a search for specifics.
Which airport should I use?
Houston has 2 airports. Fares can differ by $50 to $150 round trip between them, so check the alternatives before you book.
Other departure airports near Houston
Tips for this route
- American, Delta, United and Southwest all fly IAH to MEX nonstop, so compare the total with bags before picking the lowest base fare: the difference between a basic and a standard economy ticket is often less than one checked bag each way.
- November 2026 is the cheapest month to fly over the next six months, with round trips from $113; September 2026 is the most expensive at $134 and up, a difference of $21 per traveler.
- Departing on a Tuesday averages 19% less than a Sunday on this route. If your dates are flexible, shift the outbound by a day or two and check the calendar view before you book.
- Book 6 to 12 weeks ahead; fares climb in the last three weeks and around holidays.
Destination guide
Mexico City: One of the world's great food and museum cities
Mexico City is a short, inexpensive flight from most of the US and delivers big-city culture at a fraction of European prices: Frida Kahlo's house, the Anthropology Museum, Teotihuacán's pyramids and a food scene from street tacos to world-ranked restaurants.
Best time to visit: October–April is dry with warm days and cool nights; November's Day of the Dead and March's jacaranda bloom are highlights. May is hot; June–September brings afternoon rains but lush parks and lower prices.
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Search Houston to Mexico CityHouston to Mexico City: common questions
How long is the flight from Houston to Mexico City?
A nonstop flight from Houston (IAH) to Mexico City (MEX) takes about 2h gate to gate, covering 766 miles. Connecting itineraries add the layover, typically 2 to 5 hours more in total.
Which airlines fly nonstop from IAH to MEX?
American Airlines, Delta Air Lines, United Airlines, Southwest Airlines, Spirit Airlines, Breeze Airways, Aeroméxico, Viva and Volaris operate nonstop flights from Houston (IAH) to Mexico City (MEX), with 18 nonstop departures a day between them.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Houston to Mexico City?
Over the next six months, November 2026 has the lowest round-trip fares from Houston (IAH) to Mexico City (MEX), starting at $113 per traveler including taxes and fees. Within any month, Tuesday departures average the lowest prices.
How far in advance should I book Houston to Mexico City flights?
Book 6 to 12 weeks ahead; fares climb in the last three weeks and around holidays. Air1 Tickets includes free cancellation within 24 hours of booking on every fare, so you can lock in a good price and keep looking.
What is the time difference between Houston and Mexico City?
Mexico City is 1 hour behind Houston. IAH is on America/Chicago time and MEX on America/Mexico City time. Departure and arrival times in search results are always shown in local time at each airport.
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