Direct (nonstop) flights from Tampico to Mexico City

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

TAM
General Francisco Javier Mina International
🇲🇽 Tampico, Mexico
NLU
Felipe Angeles International Airport
🇲🇽 Mexico City, 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 28, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

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

Alternative Routes

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

TAM MTY (Monterrey) NLU
Leg 1: 1h 15m (278 mi) Leg 2: 1h 30m (420 mi) Total: ~2h 45m 🍃 155 kg CO₂ (+343% vs. direct)
Leg 1
TAM → MTY
1h 15m · 278 mi
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Leg 2
MTY → NLU
1h 30m · 420 mi
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TAM VER (Veracruz) NLU
Leg 1: 1h 40m (242 mi) Leg 2: 1h 8m (190 mi) Total: ~2h 48m 🍃 105 kg CO₂ (+200% vs. direct)
Leg 1
TAM → VER
1h 40m · 242 mi
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Leg 2
VER → NLU
1h 8m · 190 mi
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TAM VSA (Villahermosa) NLU
Leg 1: 1h 30m (441 mi) Leg 2: 1h 35m (423 mi) Total: ~3h 5m 🍃 185 kg CO₂ (+429% vs. direct)
Leg 1
TAM → VSA
1h 30m · 441 mi
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Leg 2
VSA → NLU
1h 35m · 423 mi
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TAM IAH (Houston) NLU
Leg 1: 1h 48m (552 mi) Leg 2: 2h 20m (741 mi) Total: ~4h 8m 🍃 264 kg CO₂ (+654% vs. direct)
Leg 1
TAM → IAH
1h 48m · 552 mi
View TAM to IAH flights →
Leg 2
IAH → NLU
2h 20m · 741 mi
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TAM CUN (Cancun) NLU
Leg 1: 1h 53m (712 mi) Leg 2: 2h 20m (792 mi) Total: ~4h 13m 🍃 304 kg CO₂ (+769% vs. direct)
Leg 1
TAM → CUN
1h 53m · 712 mi
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Leg 2
CUN → NLU
2h 20m · 792 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

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

A nonstop flight from Tampico (TAM) to Mexico City (NLU) takes approximately 1 hours. The distance is 189 miles (304 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Tampico to Mexico City?

Just VivaAerobus.

Is there a nonstop flight from Tampico to Mexico City?

Yes. 1 airline: VivaAerobus.

How far is Tampico from Mexico City?

The flight distance from Tampico to Mexico City 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 Tampico to Mexico City?

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 Tampico to Mexico City?

Roughly 35 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 175 km.

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

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 General Francisco Javier Mina International for this flight?

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