Direct (nonstop) flights from Mexico City to Tampico

1 airline flys nonstop from Mexico City International Airport (MEX) to General Francisco Javier Mina International (TAM). It's 211 miles (339 km), about 1h 14m in the air. Operated by Aeromexico.

MEX
Mexico City International Airport
🇲🇽 Mexico City, Mexico
TAM
General Francisco Javier Mina International
🇲🇽 Tampico, Mexico
Flight Time
1h 14m
Distance
211 mi
339 km
CO₂/pax
39 kg
−66 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
Aeromexico
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Aeromexico Aeromexico

Route data last updated: May 29, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Aeromexico AM Aeromexico
Route
MEX → TAM
Flight Time
1h 14m
Distance
211 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Mexico City to Tampico with one stop · direct emits 39 kg CO₂ per passenger

MEX VER (Veracruz) TAM
Leg 1: 1h 11m (190 mi) Leg 2: 1h 40m (242 mi) Total: ~2h 51m 🍃 105 kg CO₂ (+169% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MEX → VER
1h 11m · 190 mi
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Leg 2
VER → TAM
1h 40m · 242 mi
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MEX MTY (Monterrey) TAM
Leg 1: 1h 48m (441 mi) Leg 2: 1h 5m (278 mi) Total: ~2h 53m 🍃 159 kg CO₂ (+308% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MEX → MTY
1h 48m · 441 mi
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Leg 2
MTY → TAM
1h 5m · 278 mi
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MEX VSA (Villahermosa) TAM
Leg 1: 1h 38m (421 mi) Leg 2: 1h 30m (441 mi) Total: ~3h 8m 🍃 185 kg CO₂ (+374% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MEX → VSA
1h 38m · 421 mi
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Leg 2
VSA → TAM
1h 30m · 441 mi
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MEX IAH (Houston) TAM
Leg 1: 2h 20m (762 mi) Leg 2: 1h 57m (552 mi) Total: ~4h 17m 🍃 268 kg CO₂ (+587% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MEX → IAH
2h 20m · 762 mi
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Leg 2
IAH → TAM
1h 57m · 552 mi
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MEX CUN (Cancun) TAM
Leg 1: 2h 30m (799 mi) Leg 2: 2h (712 mi) Total: ~4h 30m 🍃 305 kg CO₂ (+682% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MEX → CUN
2h 30m · 799 mi
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Leg 2
CUN → TAM
2h · 712 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Mexico City to Tampico?

A nonstop flight from Mexico City (MEX) to Tampico (TAM) takes approximately 1 hours and 14 minutes. The distance is 211 miles (339 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Mexico City to Tampico?

Just Aeromexico.

Is there a nonstop flight from Mexico City to Tampico?

Yes. 1 airline: Aeromexico.

How far is Mexico City from Tampico?

The flight distance from Mexico City to Tampico is 211 miles (339 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as London to Paris.

What type of aircraft flies from Mexico City to Tampico?

At 1h 14m, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Mexico City to Tampico?

Roughly 39 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 195 km.

Is the return flight from Tampico to Mexico City also nonstop?

Yes — nonstop flights run both ways. Flight time may differ slightly due to wind patterns.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Mexico City to Tampico?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. 3-6 weeks ahead is a good window for this route. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at Mexico City International Airport for this flight?

1.5-2 hours for domestic. Add more time during holidays or busy travel weekends.