Flying from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Mexico City: what you need to know
Book a direct flight from George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Mexico City and you'll be in the air for around 2 hours 20 minutes.
George Bush Intercontinental Airport is located in Houston. Based in the UTC-6 timezone, Mexico City is one hour behind Houston.
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) is the most traveled route, with 67 departures a week to pick from. If you prefer a later start to the day, the last flight from IAH to MEX is with United Airlines at 21:46. Choose the first departure with Aeromexico at 06:03 if you want to fly out earlier.
For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. That way, you can comfortably catch your IAH to Mexico City flight.
If you're travelling during a bank holiday or another peak period, allow for even more time. A good general rule is two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Security and check-in lines will be longer.
Start your journey at IAH and fly straight to Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX). That's where you can expect to land when searching for George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Mexico City tickets.
Top carriers that operate direct flights from George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Mexico City include:
Think about adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper plane ticket from IAH to Mexico City. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search. Break up your journey by stopping at one of these connecting airports:
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
Gen Mariano Escobedo Airport (MTY)
San Antonio International Airport (SAT)
IAH is around 21 kilometres from central Houston. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be around 50 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Mexico City? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to IAH:
Of all flights leaving George Bush Intercontinental Airport, 78.42% land on time at their destination.
IAH is located at 16930 JFK Boulevard.
How to find the cheapest flights from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Mexico City
The lowest price we've found for a one-way George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Mexico City flight is 55 €. The cheapest price for a return flight is 140 €. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Book four months before you want to travel. Pricing trends show that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from IAH to Mexico City.
August is the best month for picking up an awesome deal on George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Mexico City tickets. If you want to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for each month.
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Airports in Mexico City
Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) to the centre of Mexico City takes about 25 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 8 kilometres away.
It'll take around 55 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
Consider booking a hotel near MEX if you have a late flight from George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Mexico City. Choose one of these accommodation options and make your first night all about rest:
Grab a Benito Juarez International Airport rental car and discover Mexico City and beyond with your own set of wheels. INFINITY RENT, MEX and America are well-known companies to choose from here.
To lock in the lowest price, book your ride from Benito Juarez International Airport around four weeks ahead of your flight from IAH to Mexico City.
Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU)
After your flight from George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Mexico City has hit the runway, you can make your way to the city centre in around 55 minutes by car. Central Mexico City is roughly 40 kilometres from Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU).
If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take around 1 hour 45 minutes.
You'll find a few comfortable accommodation options within an easy drive of NLU. Switch to relaxation mode at Verticca Hotel after your IAH to Mexico City flight.
Forget about public transport timetables or waiting forever for a cab. Pick up a Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport rental car and take your journey in whatever direction you like. Check out the rates and availability from Europcar, MEX and Keddy By Europcar.
Avoid potential price surges. Booking your ride one week ahead of your arrival at NLU will help you save.
Best time to go to Mexico City
Carefully consider your dates before booking your flight from George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Mexico City. The city buzzes in high season, but prices are often higher and attractions can get busy. Visit Mexico City in low season for a quieter vibe.
The warmest month in Mexico City is April, with temperatures ranging between 10ºC (50ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Book your George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Mexico City plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
January sees average temperatures of between 6ºC (43ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from IAH to Mexico City around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Mexico City
Start your Mexico City trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Mexico City, browse our selection of accommodation options including:
All great journeys should include some sightseeing. Chapultepec Park, Zocalo and National Museum of Anthropology are must-do's during your Mexico City adventure.
Explore more of Mexico
Guadalajara is just one of the many places in Mexico waiting to be discovered after you've seen Mexico City. Around 467 kilometres away to the west, check out popular attractions including Teatro Degollado, Portales Tlaquepaque Park and Zoologico Guadalajara.
Puebla is another sought-after destination in Mexico and is around 105 kilometres south-east of Mexico City. No trip is complete without experiencing Mirador de Los Fuertes, Cuexcomate and Street of Candies.