Houston to Ciudad Madero (IAH–TAM) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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E7W
9:49 AM
CDT TE
11:47 AM
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AC Air Canada
E7W
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UA United
E75L
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Houston to Ciudad Madero
2 carriers, 14 flights/week nonstop.
2 Airlines 14 Flights/wk 554 mi 1h 58m nonstop -1h behind 3 1-stop hubs

IAH–TAM is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. Air Canada and United Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 554 miles in approximately 1h 58m. Beyond nonstop, 3 hubs offer 1-stop connections.

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Carriers on this route

Airline Landscape

All carriers operating nonstop IAH–TAM service, compared side by side.
Airline Freq/wk Aircraft Duration Dep OTP Alliance Codeshares
AC Air Canada 7 E7W 1h58 59% Star Alliance –
UA United Airlines 7 E7W 1h58 59% Star Alliance –
Aircraft on this route
E7W Embraer E175 – AC, UA
Alliance coverage
Star Alliance: AC + UA (14 flights/wk, 100%)
OTP based on airport-level delay snapshots. Duration ranges reflect seasonal/directional variation.
Schedule

Weekly Schedule Pattern

Nonstop flight frequency by day of week, IAH to TAM direction.
Mon
2
flights
Tue
2
flights
Wed
2
flights
Thu
2
flights
Fri
2
flights
Sat
2
flights
Sun
2
flights
Departure time distribution
12 AM6 AM12 PM6 PM12 AM
Morning departures
Afternoon/evening departures
2
Nonstop flights
14
Outbound / wk
14
Return / wk
Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for IAH to TAM.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
3
Hubs
~13h
Fastest
~18h
Longest
MTY ~13h 46m MEX ~18h 7m DFW ~18h 42m
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
254
Candidates
Two-stop connections loaded in the connections tab above.
Connections computed from published schedules with minimum connection time verification. Use the interactive explorer above the fold to filter by airline, tier, and layover time.
Reliability

On-Time Performance

What to expect at each end of your journey.
Outbound
IAH → TAM
59%
Frequent delays expected. Consider flexible booking.
Departing
59%
Return
TAM → IAH
78%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Arriving
78%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. IAH delays →
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
-1h
Ciudad Madero is 1 hour behind Houston.
IAH: CDT · TAM: CST

When it's 6:00 PM in Houston, it's 5:00 PM in Ciudad Madero.
Distance & Flight Time
554 mi / 892 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 1h 58m.
Visa & Entry

US citizens enter Mexico visa-free for up to 180 days for tourism. Complete the immigration form (FMM) online or on arrival; the online version speeds up processing. Passport must be valid for the duration of stay.

Duty-free allowances: USD 500 in goods. Mexico prohibits importing certain foods and medications without documentation. Declare cash over USD 10,000.

Verify entry requirements with official sources before travel.
Getting to IAH

IAH has no direct rail link to downtown Houston. The IAH Express bus runs from Houston Amtrak/Greyhound station via Park & Ride to Terminal C (60–90 min, $1.25 with METRO Q card). This is the only transit option; Houston's rail network does not reach the airport.Taxis from downtown Houston cost $50–70 and take 40–60 minutes. Ride-hails (Uber, Lyft) are typically $35–55. IAH sits 23 miles north of downtown on the North Freeway (I-45); traffic is heavy during morning and evening rush. Remote economy parking lots serve all terminals via shuttle.

Facts

IAH–TAM Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Houston to Ciudad Madero route.
Route details
Distance554 mi / 892 km
Flight time1h 58m
Time difference-1 hour
Airlines (nonstop)2
Weekly flights14 out / 14 return
1-stop connections3 hubs
Origin: IAH
Full nameGeorge Bush Intercontinental Airport
IATA / ICAOIAH / KIAH
TimezoneAmerica/Indiana/Tell_City
Passengers/yr46.7M
Elevation97 ft / 30 m
Destination: TAM
Full nameGeneral Francisco Javier Mina International Airport
IATA / ICAOTAM / MMTM
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Elevation80 ft / 24 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about IAH to TAM flights.
Nonstop flights from George Bush Intercontinental Airport to General Francisco Javier Mina International Airport take approximately 1h 58m. The route covers 554 miles.
2 airlines operate nonstop service: Air Canada and United Airlines.
There are approximately 14 nonstop flights per week from IAH to TAM. The return direction has about 14 weekly flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through MTY, MEX and DFW. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Ciudad Madero is 1 hour behind Houston.
Yes, return flights from TAM to IAH are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Click the 'Search Flights' button to check availability and prices on Google Flights. You can also compare airlines and schedules on this page to find the best option.
See the On-Time Performance section for the latest delay data at both airports. This shows departure and arrival reliability to help you plan.
Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Flights from IAH to TAM

George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) and General Francisco Javier Mina International Airport (TAM) are connected by nonstop service from Air Canada and United Airlines. With 14 weekly departures, this is a well served route.

IAH to TAM Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from IAH to TAM ranges from 1 hours 58 minutes. The route covers a distance of 554 miles (892 km). There are approximately 14 weekly flights outbound and 14 return, totaling 28 flights per week in both directions.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

3 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 13 hours via MTY. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.