Flying from Cancun Airport (CUN) to Tampico Airport (TAM): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Cancun Airport to Tampico Airport is 2 hours.
The timezone in Tampico is UTC-6, which is one hour behind Cancun.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your CUN to TAM flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
Be prepared for longer lines during popular months like April. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
Getting to Tampico (and then discovering more of Mexico!) is a breeze with Viva Aerobus. This popular carrier has direct flights from Cancun Airport to Tampico Airport.
The majority of travellers choose to travel with Viva Aerobus on this route.
Viva Aerobus is a leader in on-time performance for CUN to TAM flights, with 80.0% of its services landing on schedule.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Cancun Airport to Tampico Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Worthwhile stopovers between CUN and TAM include:
Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport
Monterrey Gen Mariano Escobedo Airport
Felipe Angeles International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Cancun Airport (CUN) to Tampico Airport (TAM)
$110 is currently the best price for a one-way Cancun Airport to Tampico Airport flight. Return flights start at $224. These prices may change depending on demand.
Score cheap tickets from CUN to TAM by booking four months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from Cancun Airport to Tampico Airport is September. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have flexible travel dates.
Getting your hands on cheap flights from CUN to TAM is a cinch with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when fares go down.
Discover the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Cancun Airport to Tampico Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Cancun Airport (CUN)
80% of flights departing from Cancun Airport touch down at their destination as planned. With its impressive on-time stats, disruptions are unlikely when jetting out of CUN.
Central Cancun to Cancun Airport is around 16 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 25 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving.
The trip when using public transport typically takes 35 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Cancun Airport to Tampico Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these stays close to CUN:
Arriving at Tampico Airport (TAM)
Consider booking a hotel close to TAM if you have a late Cancun Airport to Tampico Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Travel at your own pace with a Tampico Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Thrifty, Keddy By Europcar or Dollar and venture far and wide through Tampico and beyond.
Book your vehicle from Tampico Airport several weeks in advance to get the best possible rate. If you're going away during a busy period, it's wise to book even earlier.
Getting from Tampico Airport (TAM) to central Tampico
Tampico Airport to central Tampico has a drive time of around 25 minutes. It's approximately 11 kilometres away.
It typically takes 40 minutes to get there by public transport.
When to fly to Tampico Airport (TAM)
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from Cancun Airport to Tampico Airport. November is the busiest month to visit Tampico. If you'd like a more low-key vibe, go in March.
Book your flight from Cancun Airport to Tampico Airport for August if you'd like to explore Tampico during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 25ºC and 33ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from CUN to TAM in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 14ºC and 24ºC on average.
Explore more of Mexico
Tampico is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of Mexico you'll want to see. About 338 kilometres south-west of Tampico, a trip to Mexico City will keep you on the go. Start with attractions like Zócalo, Historic Centre (Centro Historico) and Basilica of Our Lady of Guadalupe.
Ecatepec de Morelos is another standout destination in Mexico and is around 322 kilometres south-west of Tampico. No journey is complete without dropping by Zoologico Zacango, Centro Ecoturistico y Educación Ambiental Sierra de Guadalupe and Botanical Garden.
