Direct (nonstop) flights from Mexico City to Tampico

1 airline flys nonstop from Felipe Angeles International Airport (NLU) to General Francisco Javier Mina International (TAM). It's 189 miles (304 km), about 1h in the air. Operated by VivaAerobus.

NLU
Felipe Angeles International Airport
🇲🇽 Mexico City, Mexico
TAM
General Francisco Javier Mina International
🇲🇽 Tampico, Mexico
Flight Time
1h
Distance
189 mi
304 km
CO₂/pax
35 kg
−120 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
VivaAerobus
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by VivaAerobus VivaAerobus

Route data last updated: May 30, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

VivaAerobus VB VivaAerobus
Route
NLU → TAM
Flight Time
1h
Distance
189 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Mexico City to Tampico with one stop · direct emits 35 kg CO₂ per passenger

NLU MTY (Monterrey) TAM
Leg 1: 1h 33m (420 mi) Leg 2: 1h 5m (278 mi) Total: ~2h 38m 🍃 155 kg CO₂ (+343% vs. direct)
Leg 1
NLU → MTY
1h 33m · 420 mi
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Leg 2
MTY → TAM
1h 5m · 278 mi
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NLU VER (Veracruz) TAM
Leg 1: 1h (190 mi) Leg 2: 1h 40m (242 mi) Total: ~2h 40m 🍃 105 kg CO₂ (+200% vs. direct)
Leg 1
NLU → VER
1h · 190 mi
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Leg 2
VER → TAM
1h 40m · 242 mi
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NLU VSA (Villahermosa) TAM
Leg 1: 1h 20m (423 mi) Leg 2: 1h 30m (441 mi) Total: ~2h 50m 🍃 185 kg CO₂ (+429% vs. direct)
Leg 1
NLU → VSA
1h 20m · 423 mi
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Leg 2
VSA → TAM
1h 30m · 441 mi
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NLU CUN (Cancun) TAM
Leg 1: 2h 16m (792 mi) Leg 2: 2h (712 mi) Total: ~4h 16m 🍃 304 kg CO₂ (+769% vs. direct)
Leg 1
NLU → CUN
2h 16m · 792 mi
View NLU to CUN flights →
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 (NLU) to Tampico (TAM) takes approximately 1 hours. The distance is 189 miles (304 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Mexico City to Tampico?

Just VivaAerobus.

Is there a nonstop flight from Mexico City to Tampico?

Yes. 1 airline: VivaAerobus.

How far is Mexico City from Tampico?

The flight distance from Mexico City to Tampico is 189 miles (304 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as New York to Washington DC.

What type of aircraft flies from Mexico City to Tampico?

At 1h, 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 35 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 175 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 Felipe Angeles International Airport for this flight?

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