4 airlines fly nonstop from Houston to Mexico City.
Checking today’s fares with the airlines.
| Airline | From | To |
|---|---|---|
| Aeroméxico | IAH George Bush Intercontinental Airport | MEX Mexico City International Airport |
| Viva Aerobus | IAH George Bush Intercontinental Airport | MEX Mexico City International Airport |
| Volaris | IAH George Bush Intercontinental Airport | MEX Mexico City International Airport |
| United Airlines | IAH George Bush Intercontinental Airport | MEX Mexico City International Airport |
Nonstop service as of October 2026. Airlines change schedules seasonally.
3 miles (5 km) from the city centre. 45.4 million passengers in 2024
| How | Route | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Metro | Metro Line 5, Terminal Aerea station, by walkway from Terminal 1 | – |
| Bus | Metrobus Line 4 express between both terminals, San Lazaro and Amajac, 5:00 a.m. to midnight | 30 MXN plus 21 MXN card (2024) |
| Taxi | Sedan and van taxis at both terminals | – |
US citizens need a valid passport and no visa for stays up to 180 days.
Mexico City is the same time as Houston in January and 1 hour behind it in July, because the two observe daylight saving time differently. Mexico City uses the Mexican peso (MXN).
Read the Mexico City guide: when to go, weather, airports and tips
Nonstop flight times vary by airline and season; flights with a connection take longer.
As of October 2026, Aeroméxico, Viva Aerobus, Volaris and United Airlines fly this route nonstop.
About 751 miles (1,209 km), measured between the city centres.
Mexico City is the same time as Houston in January and 1 hour behind it in July, because the two observe daylight saving time differently.
US citizens need a valid passport and no visa for stays up to 180 days.
Metro Line 5, Terminal Aerea station, by walkway from Terminal 1.
Information checked in October 2026. Schedules, fares and entry rules change, so confirm with the airline or the official source before you travel.