$154 Cheap Flights from Mexico City (MEX) to Houston (IAH)

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Popular airlines from Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) to George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)

Cheap Flights from Mexico City to Houston (MEX-IAH)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $154 for one-way flights and $260 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Aeromexico
Fri, Dec 19 - Wed, Jan 7
MEX
Mexico City
IAH
Houston
$260 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$260
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Aeromexico flight, departing Fri, Dec 19 from Mexico City to Houston, returning Wed, Jan 7, priced at $260 found 3 days ago
United
Fri, Dec 19 - Wed, Jan 7
MEX
Mexico City
IAH
Houston
$264 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$264
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select United flight, departing Fri, Dec 19 from Mexico City to Houston, returning Wed, Jan 7, priced at $264 found 3 days ago
Volaris
Sat, Sep 13 - Sat, Sep 27
MEX
Mexico City
IAH
Houston
$266 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$266
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Volaris flight, departing Sat, Sep 13 from Mexico City to Houston, returning Sat, Sep 27, priced at $266 found 3 days ago
Volaris
Fri, Oct 10 - Tue, Oct 14
MEX
Mexico City
IAH
Houston
$268 Roundtrip, just found
$268
Roundtrip
just found
Select Volaris flight, departing Fri, Oct 10 from Mexico City to Houston, returning Tue, Oct 14, priced at $268 just found
Aeromexico
Wed, Nov 26 - Sun, Nov 30
MEX
Mexico City
IAH
Houston
$269 Roundtrip, just found
$269
Roundtrip
just found
Select Aeromexico flight, departing Wed, Nov 26 from Mexico City to Houston, returning Sun, Nov 30, priced at $269 just found
Delta
Fri, Oct 10 - Tue, Oct 14
MEX
Mexico City
IAH
Houston
$271 Roundtrip, just found
$271
Roundtrip
just found
Select Delta flight, departing Fri, Oct 10 from Mexico City to Houston, returning Tue, Oct 14, priced at $271 just found
United
Fri, Oct 10 - Tue, Oct 14
MEX
Mexico City
IAH
Houston
$271 Roundtrip, just found
$271
Roundtrip
just found
Select United flight, departing Fri, Oct 10 from Mexico City to Houston, returning Tue, Oct 14, priced at $271 just found
Delta
Tue, Sep 16 - Fri, Oct 10
MEX
Mexico City
IAH
Houston
$272 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$272
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Delta flight, departing Tue, Sep 16 from Mexico City to Houston, returning Fri, Oct 10, priced at $272 found 1 hour ago
Volaris
Thu, Sep 4 - Mon, Sep 8
MEX
Mexico City
IAH
Houston
$276 Roundtrip, just found
$276
Roundtrip
just found
Select Volaris flight, departing Thu, Sep 4 from Mexico City to Houston, returning Mon, Sep 8, priced at $276 just found
American Airlines
Thu, Sep 18 - Sun, Sep 21
MEX
Mexico City
IAH
Houston
$285 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$285
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Thu, Sep 18 from Mexico City to Houston, returning Sun, Sep 21, priced at $285 found 2 hours ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from Mexico City (MEX) to Houston (IAH)

October is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $188 - $225 per traveler.

Graph displaying average flight prices per month

Alternative airports near Houston

Prices were available within the past 7 days. Prices and availability are subject to change.

Select flight to George Bush Intercontinental IAH. Cheapest option available. Average driving time to city center is 24 minutes. Flights from $325
IAH
George Bush Intercontinental
Cheapest
Average driving time to city center24 min
Flights from $325
Flights from Mexico City (MEX) to Houston (IAH)
Origin airport
Mexico City Intl.
Destination airport
George Bush Intercontinental
Airlines serving
Aeromexico, American Airlines, Delta, Frontier Airlines, United, Viva, Volaris
Roundtrip price
$260
Distance
765 mi
Average flight time
3 hours 21 mins

Mexico City to Houston Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Mexico City to Houston

On average, Thursday can be the cheapest time to fly, according to data from the Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC), one of the world's biggest databases for global airline sales. The data reveals that you could save up to 16% by flying on a Thursday—the cheapest day to travel on average—instead of a Sunday—the most expensive. Some of the most affordable flights from Mexico City to Houston are during the month of December. You can find some of the cheapest flights from Mexico City to Houston with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

The best time to book a flight from Mexico City to Houston

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Mexico City to Houston: Tickets reserved on a Sunday cost between 6% and 13% less than those reserved on a Friday, according to ARC data. The data also suggests booking early can also lead to cheaper airfares. You could save 24% by buying your tickets for domestic flights at least a month in advance and 10% by booking international flights 2 months in advance.

 

How to find cheap round-trip tickets from Mexico City to Houston

Being flexible with your dates and using Expedia's Price Drop Protection and Price Tracking features are some of the best ways of finding a cheap ticket from Mexico City to Houston in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $154 one-way. Expedia also offers Price Drop Protection, so if the cost of your airfare goes down after booking, you'll receive a credit for the difference*. This is available for a small fee, and is free to One Key Gold and Platinum tier members.

 

Expedia's Price Tracking feature means you can stay on top of airfares without manually checking every day. It sends you automated price alerts for cheap Mexico City to Houston flights and uses historical data to indicate when the best time to book is. Download Expedia's free app to activate this handy tool in a few easy taps.

 

You could also save big by booking one of Expedia's vacation packages. Bundling together your Mexico City to Houston airfare with your accommodations and car rental is often cheaper than booking everything separately. There’s also One Key, Expedia's generous rewards program. Join for free and you could earn One Key cash on most bookings to save on future adventures.

 

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Disclaimer: ARC The statistics are based on average round-trip ticket prices between January and August 2023. The percentages you see are averages.

 

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from Mexico City Intl. Airport (MEX) to George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) cost?
Lock in a cheap one-way flight from $154 or cheap return flight from $260 from Mexico City Intl. Airport (MEX) to George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) with Expedia. Enter your travel dates and sort by "Price (lowest to highest)" to see our cheapest flight deals on this route.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Mexico City Intl. Airport (MEX) to George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)?
December is the least expensive month to fly from MEX to IAH. Traveling during an off-peak travel window is often the key to scoring lower fares.
Which airlines fly direct from Mexico City Intl. Airport (MEX) to George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)?
Skip the stopovers and fly direct from Mexico City Intl. Airport (MEX) to George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) with 4 carriers, including:

  • United Airlines
  • Aeromexico
  • VivaAerobus

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Mexico City Intl. Airport (MEX) to George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)?
While prices can change depending on your travel dates, Volaris and VivaAerobus are often among the top picks for flights between Mexico City Intl. Airport (MEX) and George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH). You can also compare carriers on Expedia and use the "Sort by" filter to find the lowest-priced ticket for your MEX to IAH flight.
How many flights per day from Mexico City Intl. Airport (MEX) to George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)?
Daily, an average of 9 nonstop flights operate from Mexico City Intl. Airport (MEX) to George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH). Pick the departure time that best fits your itinerary.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Mexico City Intl. Airport (MEX) to George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)?
The 6 AM departures from MEX to IAH are the most sought after. They can also be more expensive. If you're looking to save, pick a less crowded time to fly.
What day of the week has the most flights from MEX to IAH?
Jet off on a Friday if you're after the largest selection of flights from Mexico City Intl. Airport (MEX) to George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH).
What is the earliest flight from Mexico City Intl. Airport (MEX) to George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)?
The first flight of the day out of Mexico City Intl. Airport (MEX) is at around 5:40AM UTC-6. Board this flight and you'll touch down at George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) at approximately 7:59AM UTC-6. The total flight duration is 2h 19m.
How long does it take to fly from Mexico City Intl. Airport (MEX) to George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)?
Flights from MEX to IAH have an average travel time of 2 hours and 17 minutes. The total distance between the two airports is 770 mi.
What airline has the least delays from MEX to IAH?
Consider traveling with Delta Air Lines if you'd like to fly straight from Mexico City Intl. Airport (MEX) to George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) without any delays. This carrier has the best track record for punctuality, with an on-time score of 100%. Want to be notified if anything changes? You can keep an eye on your flight status using the Expedia App.
What is the best time to fly from Mexico City Intl. Airport (MEX) to George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)?
To land at George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) on schedule, select a flight that leaves from Mexico City Intl. Airport (MEX) before 3 PM. The chance of cancellations is 22% higher, on average, for departures after this time.**Most reliable time of the day and month to travel recommendation is based on January through August 2024 flight status data sourced from OAG's global flight data platform.
What airports do you fly into for Houston from Mexico City Intl. Airport (MEX)?
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) is the only airport in Houston with direct flights from Mexico City Intl. Airport (MEX). Explore the options and discover cheap fares on Expedia.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Mexico City Intl. Airport (MEX) to George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) last-minute?
Last-minute bookings from MEX to IAH are generally more expensive. To lock in the best prices, start searching for flights as early as possible. That said, if you're flexible with your travel plans, you may land a cheap fare right before you leave.
Is it cheaper to book a MEX to IAH flight and hotel package?
Compared with arranging flights and hotels separately, booking a MEX to IAH flight and hotel package with Expedia could lead to significant savings. Better still, having everything in one place will take the hassle out of planning your trip. Just pick your flights and choose from our wide range of stays, then customize your trip with extras like tours and car rentals.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Mexico City Intl. Airport (MEX) to George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)?
It's usually possible to cancel or reschedule your MEX to IAH flight. However, if the booking was made more than 24 hours ago, additional charges may apply. Check your airline's policies in your itinerary to see what changes are possible and whether any costs are involved. You'll also find more details on our Customer Service portal.

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