Flying from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Tampico International Airport (TAM): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Tampico International Airport is 1 hour 50 minutes.
Tampico is one hour behind Houston and is in the UTC-6 timezone.
Flights from IAH to TAM start from 17:06 — the earliest with United Airlines. The latest departure is at 18:20 with United Airlines. In total, you can choose from ten weekly George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Tampico International Airport flights.
Leave enough time to catch your IAH to TAM flight. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak month such as July? Major public holidays and other popular periods can result in longer queues and delays at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
United Airlines has direct flights from George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Tampico International Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to tick off the sights in Tampico — and maybe even more of Mexico if your schedule allows.
The airline that tops the list for bookings on this route is United Airlines.
The most punctual carrier offering IAH to TAM flights is United Airlines. Its services arrive as scheduled 70.0% of the time.
If you want to tour another city along the way, consider a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Tampico International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Gen Mariano Escobedo Airport is a well-known stop between IAH and TAM.
How to find the cheapest flights from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Tampico International Airport (TAM)
At the moment, $172 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Tampico International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $460. Bear in mind that fares could change due to availability when booking.
Score cheap tickets from IAH to TAM by booking six months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Tampico International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have a flexible travel schedule.
You won't have to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll send you an update as soon as the price changes on cheap flights from IAH to TAM.
Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Tampico International Airport.
Handy information about George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
IAH's address is 16930 JFK Boulevard.
78.42% of flights that depart George Bush Intercontinental Airport land at their destination on time.
To reach George Bush Intercontinental Airport from central Houston, it takes about 20 minutes by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 27 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a journey time of roughly 50 minutes on public transport.
Looking for a handy hotel near IAH? If you've booked an early flight from George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Tampico International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Tampico International Airport (TAM)
If you're landing on a late George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Tampico International Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be resting shortly after at one of these hotels near TAM:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Tampico International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Thrifty, Keddy By Europcar or Dollar and experience the lesser-explored corners of Tampico and beyond.
Book your vehicle from Tampico International Airport a few weeks in advance to secure the best deal. If you're travelling during a busy period, it's a smart idea to book even earlier.
Getting from Tampico International Airport (TAM) to central Tampico
From Tampico International Airport, Tampico is approximately 8 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to reach the centre driving.
When to fly to Tampico International Airport (TAM)
The quietest month for a flight from George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Tampico International Airport is April, while June is the most popular. Choose the best time to visit Tampico based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Before locking in your flight from George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Tampico International Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Tampico, with temperatures ranging from 25ºC to 33ºC.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from IAH to TAM in January. Average temperatures are between 14ºC and 24ºC then.
Explore more of Mexico
Tampico has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of Mexico just waiting to be explored. Around 338 kilometres south-west of Tampico, a trip to Mexico City will keep you on the move. Start with popular sights like Zocalo, Chapultepec Park and National Museum of Anthropology.
If you're interested in discovering another well-known destination in Mexico, head for Ecatepec de Morelos, about 322 kilometres south-west of Tampico. Grupo Scout 360 Aztlan, mirador del Valle Park and Kinder casanueva are key highlights.