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$101+ Cheap flights from Houston to Mexico City (MEX)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 1/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
HOU — MEX
Jan 22 — Jan 291
Thu 1/22
Thu 1/29
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Houston to Mexico City
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Houston to Mexico City. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 23, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/3010:35 pmIAH - MEX
1 stop8h 05mViva
Tue 1/136:20 amMEX - IAH
Nonstop2h 20mViva
Deal found 12/21$283
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/319:45 amIAH - MEX
1 stop21h 40mViva
Sat 1/108:25 amMEX - IAH
1 stop23h 00mViva
Deal found 12/21$296
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/317:36 pmIAH - MEX
Nonstop2h 24mMultiple Airlines
Sat 1/108:25 amMEX - IAH
1 stop23h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/21$300
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/2910:35 pmIAH - MEX
1 stop8h 05mViva
Tue 1/136:20 amMEX - IAH
Nonstop2h 20mViva
Deal found 12/21$307
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/3010:35 pmIAH - MEX
1 stop8h 05mViva
Sat 1/108:25 amMEX - IAH
1 stop23h 00mViva
Deal found 12/21$308
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/319:45 amIAH - MEX
1 stop21h 40mViva
Thu 1/810:50 pmMEX - IAH
1 stop8h 35mViva
Deal found 12/21$316
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/3010:35 pmIAH - MEX
1 stop19h 10mViva
Sun 1/117:25 amMEX - IAH
1 stop24h 00mViva
Deal found 12/21$319
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/317:36 pmIAH - MEX
Nonstop2h 24mMultiple Airlines
Thu 1/810:50 pmMEX - IAH
1 stop8h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/21$321
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/276:30 pmIAH - MEX
1 stop15h 30mViva
Tue 1/136:20 amMEX - IAH
Nonstop2h 20mViva
Deal found 12/21$322
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/299:05 amHOU - MEX
1 stop12h 50mAmerican Airlines
Tue 1/136:00 amMEX - HOU
1 stop12h 06mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/22$423
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/308:16 pmHOU - MEX
1 stop13h 39mAmerican Airlines
Sun 1/116:00 amMEX - HOU
1 stop6h 09mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/21$583
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/308:16 pmHOU - MEX
1 stop13h 39mAmerican Airlines
Mon 1/56:00 amMEX - HOU
1 stop13h 45mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/21$622

Find flight deals from Houston to Mexico City

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Houston (HO1) to Mexico City (MEX). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated December 23, 2025.

Round-trip from

$211
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$101
(Flightnetwork)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$426
From Houston to Mexico City Benito Juarez
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Houston to Mexico City that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated December 23, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Houston to Mexico City that are best for you.

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HoustonMexico City

IAH - MEX

IAHMEX

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sat 1/17

7:36 pm-10:00 pm

Nonstop2h 24m

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Wed 1/21

3:45 pm-5:56 pm

Nonstop2h 11m

$212

HoustonMexico City

IAH - MEX

IAHMEX

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Mon 1/19

7:36 pm-10:00 pm

Nonstop2h 24m

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Wed 1/21

3:45 pm-5:56 pm

Nonstop2h 11m

$212

HoustonMexico City

IAH - MEX

IAHMEX

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sat 1/17

7:36 pm-10:00 pm

Nonstop2h 24m

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Sun 1/18

3:45 pm-5:56 pm

Nonstop2h 11m

$222

HoustonMexico City

IAH - MEX

IAHMEX

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 1/27

7:36 pm-10:00 pm

Nonstop2h 24m

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Fri 1/30

3:45 pm-5:56 pm

Nonstop2h 11m

$228

HoustonMexico City

IAH - MEX

IAHMEX

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Fri 2/6

9:50 am-12:20 pm

Nonstop2h 30m

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Mon 2/9

6:20 am-8:40 am

Nonstop2h 20m

$231

HoustonMexico City

IAH - MEX

IAHMEX

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sat 1/17

8:35 am-8:50 pm

1 stop12h 15m

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Wed 1/21

4:55 pm-9:20 pm

1 stop4h 25m

$234

HoustonMexico City

IAH - MEX

IAHMEX

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sat 1/31

10:30 pm-12:20 pm

1 stop13h 50m

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Fri 2/6

4:55 pm-9:15 pm

1 stop4h 20m

$234

HoustonMexico City

IAH - MEX

IAHMEX

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Fri 2/20

7:36 pm-10:00 pm

Nonstop2h 24m

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Sun 2/22

10:50 pm-7:25 am

1 stop8h 35m

$238

HoustonMexico City

IAH - MEX

IAHMEX

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Mon 2/16

8:35 am-1:40 pm

1 stop5h 05m

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Tue 2/24

6:20 am-8:40 am

Nonstop2h 20m

$238

HoustonMexico City

IAH - MEX

IAHMEX

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 2/17

7:36 pm-10:00 pm

Nonstop2h 24m

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Sun 2/22

6:20 am-8:40 am

Nonstop2h 20m

$239

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Best time to book a flight from Houston to Mexico City

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Houston to Mexico City

How far ahead should I book a flight from Houston to Mexico City?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Houston to Mexico City. Price data was last updated on December 19, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Houston to Mexico City may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 74 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Houston to Mexico City?

Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston to Mexico City (average of $83). Flying from Houston to Mexico City in December is currently the most expensive (average of $145). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from HOU to MEX?

Find hourly flight availability from Houston to Mexico City. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 23, 2025.

When flying from Houston to Mexico City, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the morning, which can drop the price by up to 39% versus a flight at noon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Houston to Mexico City?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Houston to Mexico City. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Houston to Mexico City flight should consider departing on Tuesday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Houston to Mexico City?

How often are flights from Houston to Mexico City delayed?

About 14% of weekly flights between Houston and Mexico City have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 130 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Houston to Mexico City flights?

Historically, flights departing in the evening are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving at night tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Sunday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Monday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Houston to Mexico City flights?

Over the last year, AeroMexico Connect have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 7% of flights being delayed.

The best insider tips for Houston to Mexico City flights

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Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your Houston to Mexico City trip
Airlines
Viva

Viva Aerobus offers WhatsApp check-in for a quick boarding pass.


Viva Aerobus Zero Fare is ideal for light travelers with no checked baggage.

Read more about VivaBy Jennifer Simonson
Volaris

Volaris Plus fare includes a personal item, carry-on, checked bag, and priority boarding.


Volaris offers no Wi-Fi or seatback screens; bring your own entertainment.

Read more about VolarisBy Mark Chesnut
Aeromexico

Aeromexico offers free warm meals in economy, unlike most U.S. carriers.


Check-in via the Aeromexico app to save time at the airport.

Read more about AeromexicoBy Mark Chesnut
Airports
IAH

Check security wait times on the IAH website to ensure a smooth departure experience.

Read more about IAHBy Evie Carrick
MEX

Use the Aerotren for quick terminal transfers at MEX; it's free with a valid boarding pass.

Read more about MEXBy Brandon Schultz
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Mark Chesnut is a travel writer and public speaker with more than 30 years of experience. The 2019 winner of the NLGJA Excellence in Travel Writing Award, Mark is the author of the book “Prepare for Departure” and has covered air travel for multiple top consumer and trade media outlets.

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Brandon Schultz

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Expert on MEX

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Brandon Schultz is an award-winning food and travel writer based in New York City. His work has appeared in Forbes, AAA, Thrillist, Travel + Leisure, and The Daily Meal, among many others, and he is the author of 6 books, including 3 cookbooks.

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Evie Carrick is a writer and editor who has lived in five countries and traveled to over 50, with extensive experience flying around the world. She was born in Colorado, but has spent time flying to both coasts to visit family. She writes regularly for Travel + Leisure, BuzzFeed, and SKI and recently published seven travel journals with Simon & Schuster.

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Reviews of airlines servicing Mexico City

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Mexico City. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Mexico City. Reviews last updated December 23, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Houston to Mexico City, such as Delta, Aeromexico, and United Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,014 reviews

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,014 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,014 reviews

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
Aeromexico
7.4
Good
1,626 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,014 reviews

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,105 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,014 reviews

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
Viva
7.0
Good
799 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,014 reviews

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
Volaris
6.6
Okay
1,163 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,014 reviews

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Houston to Mexico City. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Mexico City from Houston?

    Mexico City Benito Juarez (MEX) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Houston to Mexico City. You should not have trouble finding flights to Benito Juarez from Houston; the airport handles an average of 0 inbound flights from Houston per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 6 airlines have flights to the Mexico City airport from Houston. It is only a 5.5 mi journey from Benito Juarez (MEX) to Mexico City’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from Houston to Mexico City?

    A quick flight from Houston to Mexico City can take about 2h 24m. Volaris provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $212. The distance from Houston to Mexico City is about 765 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Houston to Mexico City round-trip?

    Currently priced at $80, Volaris will fly you from Houston to Mexico City and back. In addition to Volaris, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Aeromexico and Delta - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $115 and $116, respectively. Volaris is 70% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Houston to Mexico City one-way?

    $66 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Volaris. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Viva and Aeromexico, with prices starting from $66 and $108, respectively.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Houston to Mexico City that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Houston to Mexico City flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Houston to Mexico City?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Houston to Mexico City.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Houston to Mexico City?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Houston to Mexico City by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Houston to Mexico City?

    Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston to Mexico City (average of $83). Flying from Houston to Mexico City in December is currently the most expensive (average of $145). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 6 airlines flying from Houston to Mexico City

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Houston to Mexico City. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated December 23, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
VolarisCheapest$90Average$267FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
AeromexicoCheapest$122Average$268FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
FrontierCheapest$147Average$325FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$153Average$266FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
VivaCheapest$156Average$269FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$158Average$372FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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