Travelling from Houston to General Francisco Javier Mina Intl Airport (TAM): What you need to know
Houston's main base, Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH), is where many great holidays begin. Explore the departure options from here when planning your flight from Houston to General Francisco Javier Mina Intl Airport (TAM).
Around 1 hour 55 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct Houston to General Francisco Javier Mina Intl Airport flight.
Tampico (where General Francisco Javier Mina Intl Airport is located) and Houston share the UTC-6 timezone. Easily coordinate travel plans without worrying about time differences.
You can pick from 8 direct flights every week between Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) and General Francisco Javier Mina Intl Airport (TAM). This is the busiest route, with United Airlines offering a 9:48am departure from IAH to TAM.
To ensure you get on your flight from Houston to TAM, leave enough time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Getting on a plane during a peak time like July? Popular periods (like Thanksgiving, Christmas and spring break) can add another hour at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Houston
Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
Get there in one go from Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH). Nonstop flights from Houston to General Francisco Javier Mina Intl Airport (TAM) can be booked from here.
You can lock in a direct flight from Houston to General Francisco Javier Mina Intl Airport with United Airlines. This leading airline offers services from IAH.
Most passengers choose to book seats with United from IAH to TAM.
United is the most punctual carrier operating on this route, with 77.78% of its services reaching their destination on time.
Located around 40 kilometres from central 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.
Searching for a convenient hotel near Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Houston to General Francisco Javier Mina Intl Airport, these stays will put you conveniently close to check-in:
Of all flights departing from Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport, 79% land on time at their destination.
The address for IAH is 16930 JFK Boulevard.
Houston Hobby Airport (HOU)
Consider adding a stopover to your journey at Cancun International Airport (CUN). It's a key transfer point for flights from Houston to General Francisco Javier Mina Intl Airport (TAM) departing Houston Hobby Airport.
On public transport, you can travel from central Houston to HOU in around 50 minutes. The airport is roughly 19 kilometres away, and making the journey by car will take approximately 20 minutes.
Taking off bright and early? Think about staying at one of these hotels near Houston Hobby Airport the day before your Houston to TAM flight:
79% of flights leaving Houston Hobby Airport arrive within the expected time frame.
HOU is located at 7800 Airport Boulevard.
About General Francisco Javier Mina Intl Airport (TAM)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Houston to General Francisco Javier Mina Intl Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these hotels near TAM:
Getting from General Francisco Javier Mina Intl Airport (TAM) to central Tampico
Central Tampico is around 11 kilometres from General Francisco Javier Mina Intl Airport and takes about 25 minutes to reach by car. Look into how to get from the airport to the city, whether that's with a taxi, car hire or ride-share.
Travelling on public transport takes roughly 40 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Houston to General Francisco Javier Mina Intl Airport (TAM)
Right now, 107 € is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Houston to General Francisco Javier Mina Intl Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is 270 €. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Houston to TAM if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some great early bird deals.
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The best time to fly from Houston to General Francisco Javier Mina Intl Airport (TAM)
April is the most popular month for flights from Houston to General Francisco Javier Mina Intl Airport (TAM). Plan your visit to Tampico in November if you'd rather avoid peak season.
Book a Houston to TAM plane ticket departing in August if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Tampico to range from 25ºC (77ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Houston to General Francisco Javier Mina Intl Airport in January when temperatures are between 14ºC (57ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF).
More about Tampico
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Tampico right here. Browse these options once you've booked your flight from Houston to General Francisco Javier Mina Intl Airport:
You'll find plenty of terrific things to do in Tampico when you're ready to get out and sightsee. Kick off your exploring at La Cueva Pintada followed by Plaza de Armas Tampico and La Rueda de Tampico.
Explore more of Mexico
Tampico has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of Mexico just waiting to be discovered. About 209 kilometres northwest of Tampico, a trip to Ciudad Victoria will keep you on the move. Start with leading attractions like Shrine of Our Lady of Guadalupe, Pinacoteca De Tamaulipas and Ciudad Victoria Cathedral.
Around 257 kilometres south of Tampico, Pachuca de Soto is another essential stop in Mexico. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Cristo Rey, Mirador Cristo Rey and Bioparque Convivencia Pachuca.