Why go
- Country in North America.
- Served by Francisco Primo de Verdad y Ramos Airport (LOM).
History
Mexico, officially the United Mexican States, is a country in North America. It is the northernmost country in Latin America, bordering the United States of America to the north and Guatemala and Belize to the southeast, while having maritime boundaries with the Pacific Ocean to the west, the Caribbean Sea to the southeast, and the Gulf of Mexico to the east. Mexico covers 1,972,550 km2, and is the thirteenth-largest country in the world by land area. With a population exceeding 134 million as of 2026, Mexico is the tenth-most populous country in the world and is home to the largest number of native Spanish speakers. Mexico City is the capital and largest city in Mexico, which ranks among the most populous metropolitan areas in the world.
Airports
✈ Airlines & flight paths — 3 airlines, 2 direct destinations
- AeroMéxico AM (737, EMJ, Embraer 170, ERJ) · 1 route: Mexico City
- Interjet (ABC Aerolineas) 4O (A320) · 1 route: Mexico City
- United Airlines UA (ERJ) · 1 route: Houston*
Routes and aircraft from OpenFlights (open data; a point-in-time snapshot). * = codeshare. Linked destinations open their own guidebook. Flight numbers are not in the open data — they come from the airline or a paid schedule feed.
Where things are
Photographs
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When to go
The warmer, longer-day half of the year is the safest bet for a first visit.
Cooler and quieter, with fewer visitors and better value.
Short days and the coldest weather — check local conditions before travelling.
Getting there & around
Getting there. The nearest airport on record is Francisco Primo de Verdad y Ramos Airport (LOM); 4 other airports serve the wider area. Check rail and road links from the tourism sources below. By air: CME has direct flights to 2 destinations on 3 airlines (incl. Mexico City, Houston).
Getting around. Use the map above to orient yourself; nearby hotels, attractions and places to eat are listed from the live Ultimate data for Mexico. Local transit details will be added as the guide is expanded.