{ "response": { "Key": "MEX-IAH", "orig": { "code": "MEX", "type": "airport", "city": "Mexico City", "fullCity": "Mexico City, Ciudad de México", "airport": "Benito Juárez Intl Airport" }, "dest": { "code": "IAH", "type": "airport", "city": "Houston", "fullCity": "Houston, Texas", "airport": "George Bush Intercontinental Airport" }, "faq": { "q0": { "question": "What is the typical flight duration from Mexico City to Houston?", "answer": "A nonstop flight from Mexico City (MEX) to Houston (IAH) typically takes around 2 hours and 20 minutes. With one stop, depending on the layover city, total travel time often ranges from 5 to 7 hours. The return flight from Houston to Mexico City is usually slightly shorter, averaging about 2 hours and 10 minutes nonstop." }, "q1": { "question": "Are there any direct flights from Mexico City to Houston?", "answer": "Yes, there are plenty of nonstop flights from Mexico City (MEX) to Houston (IAH). United runs the most — up to 121 weekly departures — while Aeromexico offers about 78, and both Volaris and VivaAerobus also fly the route daily (with roughly 7 and 14 weekly flights respectively). All four carriers operate every day of the week, so you can find a direct flight any day you like.", "methodology": "Airlines and weekly frequencies are compiled from our flight-schedule database, which combines published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data from the Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS), and observed flight operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). We count each operating carrier's scheduled weekly departures and the days it flies; where there is no nonstop service, connecting carriers are identified by linking scheduled nonstop segments through common hub airports. Where a median fare is shown for a carrier, it reflects the real fares Priceline users found on this route in the last 72 hours. Carrier service and weekly frequencies are summarized from our flight-schedule database, which draws on published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data, and observed operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). Where available, on-time and cancellation rates come from the U.S. Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS) Airline On-Time Performance dataset, and typical fares from the U.S. DOT Airline Origin and Destination Survey (DB1B), a quarterly 10% sample of tickets sold.", "toolsUsed": [ "route_airlines", "flight_schedule" ] }, "q2": { "question": "Are there visa requirements to travel from Mexico City to Houston?", "answer": "Yes, there are visa requirements. For Mexican nationals traveling from Mexico City to Houston, a valid U.S. visa is required unless they hold a Border Crossing Card. For U.S. citizens traveling from Houston to Mexico City, no visa is needed for stays under 180 days, but a valid U.S. passport is required. Nationals of other countries should check both U.S. and Mexican entry requirements based on their citizenship." }, "q3": { "question": "What are the ground transportation options in Houston?", "answer": "George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) offers a variety of ground transportation options to reach Houston, about 23 miles south. Taxis, ride-share services like Uber and Lyft, and rental cars are all readily available at the terminals. The most-used option is likely ride-share or taxi due to convenience, but the fastest is typically a taxi or ride-share with no wait. Public transit via METRO bus route 102 is also an option, though it’s slower and less convenient than private car services.", "toolsUsed": [], "references": [ { "url": "https://fly2houston.com/iah", "title": "IAH Houston Airport | George Bush Intercontinental", "time_published": "2026-06-23T05:00:00Z" }, { "url": "https://fly2houston.com/iah/ground-transportation/", "title": "Ground Transportation | Airport Taxi, Uber, Lyft, Shuttle & Rent Car Houston", "time_published": "2026-01-23T19:44:20Z" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/George%20Bush%20Intercontinental%20Airport", "title": "George Bush Intercontinental Airport", "time_published": "2026-05-01T12:20:43Z" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/?diff=597698305", "title": "George Bush Intercontinental Airport: Difference between revisions - Wikipedia", "time_published": "2014-03-01T18:21:06Z" }, { "url": "https://faa.gov/regulations_policies/orders_notices/index.cfm/go/document.information/documentID/1023367", "title": "Notice JO 7110.659 - Non-Intersecting Converging Runway Operations for George Bush Intercontinental/Houston Airport Traffic Control Tower and Houston Intercontinental Terminal Radar Approach Control (", "time_published": "2026-04-10T00:00:00Z" } ] }, "q4": { "question": "When is the cheapest time to fly from Mexico City to Houston?", "answer": "The cheapest time to fly from Mexico City to Houston is late summer through early fall, particularly August, September, and October, with average fares as low as $373. The most expensive months are winter and early spring, especially March, February, and January, where average prices climb above $598 and peak at $733 in March.", "methodology": "This 'good deal' estimate shows a representative best price for each departure date across roughly a 12-month window (about 3 months back and 9 months forward). It is built from real flight prices found by Priceline users searching this route, accumulated into a price history for each departure date. Rather than weighting all of that history equally, we apply exponential time decay so recent prices dominate — a price seen yesterday counts almost in full, one from about a month ago roughly a third, and prices from a few months back very little — giving a figure that tracks today's market instead of a stale long-run average. Clear price outliers are removed before any calculation, departure dates with no observations are filled in from nearby dates, and the resulting curve is lightly smoothed so it reads as a clean seasonal trend rather than day-to-day noise. For this route, fares for the requested travel direction were unavailable, so the pattern shown is derived from the reverse direction, which shares the same seasonal demand cycle.", "toolsUsed": [ "seasonal_prices" ] }, "q5": { "question": "How far in advance should I book tickets from Mexico City to Houston?", "answer": "For the best fares from Mexico City to Houston, book 6–9 weeks ahead (around 40–55 days before departure), when prices average $444 and can dip to $442. Booking last‑minute (less than 3 weeks out) pushes fares above $500, and they spike to $955 on the day of travel. Summer and holiday periods see higher demand, so aim for the early side of that window — roughly 8–9 weeks ahead — to avoid steeper prices.", "methodology": "This booking-window guidance is built from the same real flight prices found by Priceline users searching this route, re-grouped by how many days before departure each price was seen (from the departure day out to about 180 days ahead) across the route's price history. At each booking lead time we report the 25th-percentile price — the cheaper end of what travelers were quoted, rather than the rock-bottom minimum (which can be a fluke) or the average (which is pulled up by expensive last-minute fares). The buy-or-wait advice then applies a risk premium that grows as departure approaches, since seat availability shrinks and prices become less predictable; using that adjusted curve we flag windows where waiting is likely to save a meaningful amount (at least $20 or 5%) versus windows where booking now is the better call. Isolated single-day recommendations are filtered out, so the advice only reflects a window that holds for several days in a row. For this route, fares for the requested travel direction were unavailable, so the pattern shown is derived from the reverse direction, which shares the same seasonal demand cycle.", "toolsUsed": [ "booking_timing" ] }, "q6": { "question": "Are overnight (red‑eye) flights available from Mexico City to Houston?", "answer": "No nonstop red‑eye flights operate from Mexico City to Houston. A connecting overnight itinerary exists on VivaAerobus (VB) via Monterrey (MTY), with the red‑eye leg departing Mexico City at 10:50 PM and arriving in Monterrey at 12:30 AM (just after midnight, in the early hours), followed by a long layover before continuing to Houston.", "methodology": "Red-eye flights are identified from scheduled local departure and arrival times in our flight-schedule database — built from published airline timetables and official schedule data, including U.S. Department of Transportation records for domestic routes — flagging services that depart late at night and arrive the following morning; for connecting itineraries the red-eye is based on the timing of the overnight long-haul leg.", "toolsUsed": [ "redeye_flights" ] }, "q7": { "question": "Which airlines usually operate this route from Mexico City to Houston?", "answer": "United Airlines, Aeromexico, Volaris, and VivaAerobus all fly nonstop from Mexico City to Houston. United operates the most flights at 121 per week with a median fare around $1,016, while Aeromexico has 78 weekly flights at about $706. Volaris runs 14 flights a week, and VivaAerobus offers 7 weekly flights and is the low-fare leader with a median around $361. All carriers operate daily service.", "methodology": "Airlines and weekly frequencies are compiled from our flight-schedule database, which combines published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data from the Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS), and observed flight operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). We count each operating carrier's scheduled weekly departures and the days it flies; where there is no nonstop service, connecting carriers are identified by linking scheduled nonstop segments through common hub airports. Where a median fare is shown for a carrier, it reflects the real fares Priceline users found on this route in the last 72 hours.", "toolsUsed": [ "route_airlines" ] }, "q8": { "question": "If I need a connection, what are common layover cities between Mexico City and Houston?", "answer": "Since Mexico City to Houston is a short direct flight, connections are rare. If needed, common layovers include Dallas/Fort Worth, Monterrey, or Guadalajara, offering quick transfers and frequent flights." }, "q9": { "question": "How reliable are on‑time departures on this route from Mexico City to Houston?", "answer": "On‑time reliability is generally good, though afternoon thunderstorms in Houston and Mexico City can cause delays. Morning flights often depart on schedule, with United and Aeromexico showing consistent performance." }, "q10": { "question": "Which months have the best weather for traveling to Houston?", "answer": "March to May and October to November offer pleasant temperatures and avoid Houston's hot, humid summers." }, "q11": { "question": "What documents should I bring with me to the airport when flying from Mexico City to Houston?", "answer": "Bring a passport valid for your stay, a valid U.S. visa or ESTA if eligible, proof of onward or return travel, a payment method for baggage and any required vaccination certificates." }, "q12": { "question": "Which airport should I use in Houston?", "answer": "Houston has two main airports. George Bush Intercontinental (IAH) is the primary hub for United Airlines and Star Alliance, located 23 miles north of downtown, ideal for international and long-haul flights. William P. Hobby (HOU) is 7 miles from downtown, dominated by Southwest Airlines, serving domestic and short-haul international routes, preferred for quick access to the city center." }, "q13": { "question": "How do I get to Benito Juárez Intl Airport from the city center?", "answer": "To reach Benito Juárez International Airport from downtown Mexico City, the Metrobús Line 4 is a popular and affordable public option, with stops at Terminal 1 (Gate 7) and Terminal 2 (Gate 2) and frequent service from early morning until midnight. Ride‑share services like Uber and Didi are widely available and often the fastest choice in traffic, while authorized airport taxis offer a fixed‑rate, door‑to‑terminal trip. Driving yourself is possible but parking is limited and expensive, so it’s generally less convenient unless you have an early or late flight.", "toolsUsed": [], "references": [ { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Transportation_in_Mexico_City", "title": "Transportation in Mexico City", "time_published": "2026-06-17T23:44:52Z" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mexico%20City%20International%20Airport", "title": "Mexico City International Airport", "time_published": "2026-04-28T12:29:12Z" }, { "url": "https://www.aicm.com.mx/en/passengers/services/service-providers/transportation/metrobus", "title": "Metrobus | Aeropuerto Internacional de la Ciudad de México", "time_published": "2025-06-04T21:48:43Z" }, { "url": "https://www.aicm.com.mx/en/passengers/services/service-providers/transportation/buses", "title": "Buses | Aeropuerto Internacional de la Ciudad de México", "time_published": "2024-11-13T05:59:53Z" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Transportation%20in%20Mexico%20City", "title": "Transportation in Mexico City", "time_published": "2026-04-26T16:50:05Z" } ] }, "q14": { "question": "Are there hotels or sleeping facilities at Houston airport?", "answer": "Houston's George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) has an on-site hotel, the Houston Airport Marriott, located between Terminals B and C and accessible via the underground Subway train without needing a shuttle. There are no capsule hotels or sleeping pods inside the terminals. Several nearby hotels, such as the Sheraton North Houston, offer free shuttle service to and from the airport.", "toolsUsed": [], "references": [ { "url": "https://fly2houston.com/iah", "title": "IAH Houston Airport | George Bush Intercontinental", "time_published": "2026-06-23T05:00:00Z" }, { "url": "https://www.sleepinginairports.net/guides/houston-airport-guide.htm", "title": "Houston Airport Guide (IAH) - Sleeping in Airports", "favicon": "https://www.sleepinginairports.net/nitropack_static/oBWrHkPujHTPIaVWqdDSDhClXUyrYhhb/assets/images/optimized/rev-b853180/www.sleepinginairports.net/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/cropped-sia-logo-180x180.png", "time_published": "2018-08-25T14:40:18Z" }, { "url": "https://www.marriott.com/en-us/hotels/hougi-sheraton-north-houston-at-george-bush-intercontinental/overview/", "title": "Houston IAH Airport Hotels | Sheraton North Houston", "time_published": "2024-10-11T00:00:00Z" }, { "url": "https://www.marriott.com/en-us/hotels/hougi-sheraton-north-houston-at-george-bush-intercontinental/overview/?scid=f2ae0541-1279-4f24-b197-a979c79310b0", "title": "Houston IAH Airport Hotels | Sheraton North Houston", "time_published": "2025-02-19T00:00:00Z" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/George%20Bush%20Intercontinental%20Airport", "title": "George Bush Intercontinental Airport", "time_published": "2026-05-01T12:20:43Z" }, { "url": "https://fly2houston.com/iah/hotels", "title": "Houston Airport Marriott", "time_published": "2026-01-23T00:00:00Z" } ] }, "q17": { "question": "What aircraft are typically used on flights from Mexico City to Houston?", "answer": "The most common aircraft on nonstop flights from Mexico City to Houston are the Airbus A319 and A320 family, along with the Boeing 737-700, all operated by United, while Viva Aerobus uses the Airbus A321. On connecting itineraries, the Boeing 737-800 and 737 MAX 8 appear frequently, especially via Dallas–Fort Worth on American or through Canadian hubs on Air Canada. The exact aircraft can vary by day and airline, and while many of these jets offer Wi‑Fi and seatback entertainment, availability differs by carrier and specific airframe.", "methodology": "Aircraft types are taken from the equipment each operating carrier schedules on this route, drawn from published airline timetables and airline equipment schedules in our flight-schedule database. They describe typical scheduled aircraft and can vary with seasonal or day-of-week assignments and last-minute equipment swaps.", "toolsUsed": [ "route_aircraft" ] }, "q18": { "question": "Which airline alliances serve flights from Mexico City to Houston?", "answer": "United (Star Alliance) and Aeromexico (SkyTeam) fly nonstop from Mexico City to Houston, joined by the unaffiliated low-cost carriers VivaAerobus and Volaris. Star Alliance and SkyTeam are the only alliances with nonstop service on this route; oneworld may serve it via connections but has no nonstop presence.", "methodology": "Airlines and weekly frequencies are compiled from our flight-schedule database, which combines published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data from the Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS), and observed flight operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). We count each operating carrier's scheduled weekly departures and the days it flies; where there is no nonstop service, connecting carriers are identified by linking scheduled nonstop segments through common hub airports. Where a median fare is shown for a carrier, it reflects the real fares Priceline users found on this route in the last 72 hours. Stop counts, connecting hubs, and per-airline prices are drawn from a large sample of the real fares Priceline users found on this route in the last 72 hours. We group those fares by number of stops, by the hub airport a connection routes through, and by operating airline, and report each group's share of the sample alongside its lowest and median price. Carrier service and weekly frequencies are summarized from our flight-schedule database, which draws on published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data, and observed operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). Where available, on-time and cancellation rates come from the U.S. Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS) Airline On-Time Performance dataset, and typical fares from the U.S. DOT Airline Origin and Destination Survey (DB1B), a quarterly 10% sample of tickets sold.", "toolsUsed": [ "route_airlines", "route_options", "flight_schedule" ] }, "q20": { "question": "What are the best airport lounge options when departing from Mexico City?", "answer": "At Mexico City's Benito Juárez International Airport, Terminal 1 houses The Centurion Lounge (accessible with The Platinum Card® or Centurion Card, offering a full bar and locally inspired cuisine) and the Celeste Lounge, while Terminal 2 has another Centurion Lounge, a Blue Roast by American Express, and the VIPort Lounge. Priority Pass members can access several lounges in Terminal 2, including the Aeromexico Salón Premier (domestic) and Terraza Premier Aeromexico by Heineken, which feature complimentary drinks and Wi-Fi. The Grand Lounge Elite and The Lounge Mexico by Global Lounge Network are also available in Terminal 1, with day passes often purchasable. Note that lounge access policies can change, so confirm with your airline or membership program before travel.", "toolsUsed": [], "references": [ { "url": "https://www.prioritypass.com/airport-guides/mexico-city-benito-juarez-international/terminal-2", "title": "Terminal 2", "time_published": "2025-01-01T00:00:00Z" }, { "url": "https://americanexpress.com/en-us/travel/lounges/the-platinum-card/MEX", "title": "American Express Lounges at Mexico City International Airport | Amex US", "favicon": "https://www.americanexpress.com/apple-touch-icon-152x152.png" }, { "url": "https://prioritypass.com/en-GB/airport-guides/mexico-city-benito-juarez-international", "title": "Mexico City Benito Juarez Intl MEX lounges - MEX Airport Guide and lounges. | Priority Pass", "time_published": "2024-11-05T00:00:00Z" }, { "url": "https://americanexpress.com/en-ca/travel/lounges/the-platinum-card/MEX", "title": "American Express Lounges at Mexico City International Airport | Amex CA", "favicon": "https://www.americanexpress.com/apple-touch-icon-152x152.png" }, { "url": "https://www.delta.com/us/en/airports/mexico/mexico-city-sky-club-airport-map", "title": "Mexico City Aeropuerto Internacional Benito Juarez (MEX)", "time_published": "2023-01-01T00:00:00Z" } ] }, "q21": { "question": "What is the baggage allowance on this route from Mexico City to Houston?", "answer": "Baggage rules on Mexico City–Houston flights depend on the airline and fare type. Basic economy often excludes a checked bag but may still permit a carry‑on. Standard economy typically includes one checked bag and a carry‑on, while premium fares offer more." }, "q22": { "question": "What cabin and seat options are typical from Mexico City to Houston?", "answer": "Flights from Mexico City to Houston usually feature Economy, and some airlines offer Premium Economy or flat‑bed Business class on select aircraft." }, "q23": { "question": "Are same‑day changes or standby possible on this route?", "answer": "Same‑day changes and standby depend on the airline and fare class, with flexible and premium cabin tickets generally offering more generous options than restricted economy fares." } } } }