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Air Freight · Mexico → United States

Air Freight from Mexico to United States

Mexico to United States covers 24 airport pairs; the shortest is 205 km great-circle distance. Typical transit is 1–4 days including handling, faster on direct or express service.

Distance
205 km
Transit
1–4 days
Service
Air Cargo
205 km
Shortest pair
1–4 days
Estimated transit
Air Cargo
Service
WhatsApp
Written quote, same business day

Lane at a glance

Route facts

Air freight is priced on chargeable weight — the greater of actual and volumetric weight — so share dimensions with your request and we reply with the best routing.

Origin
Mexico
Destination
United States
Distance
from 205 km
Estimated transit
1–4 days
Equipment
Consolidated · direct · express
Incoterms
EXW · FCA · FOB · CIF · DAP · DDP

Network

Main airport pairs

OriginDestinationDistanceTransit
TijuanaLos Angeles205 km1–4 days
MonterreyLaredo206 km1–4 days
San Luis PotosíLaredo607 km1–4 days
MonterreyHouston662 km1–4 days
ChihuahuaLaredo662 km1–4 days
TijuanaSan Francisco749 km1–4 days
León / BajíoLaredo757 km1–4 days
QuerétaroLaredo773 km1–4 days
MonterreyDallas / Fort Worth846 km1–4 days
CancúnMiami854 km1–4 days
Felipe Ángeles (AIFA)Laredo868 km1–4 days
GuadalajaraLaredo873 km1–4 days
HermosilloLos Angeles881 km1–4 days
Mexico City (AICM)Laredo902 km1–4 days
ChihuahuaDallas / Fort Worth981 km1–4 days
San Luis PotosíHouston1,025 km1–4 days
ChihuahuaHouston1,050 km1–4 days
MéridaMiami1,097 km1–4 days
HermosilloLaredo1,147 km1–4 days
QuerétaroHouston1,150 km1–4 days
MéridaHouston1,156 km1–4 days
León / BajíoHouston1,175 km1–4 days
Felipe Ángeles (AIFA)Houston1,198 km1–4 days
Mexico City (AICM)Houston1,232 km1–4 days

How it works

From quote to delivery

  1. 01

    Quote and booking

    Send weight, dimensions and cargo type; we quote on chargeable weight and book the flight.

  2. 02

    Pickup and export

    Pickup and export clearance in Mexico.

  3. 03

    Flight

    Mexico → United States: usually 1–4 days door to airport depending on direct or consolidated service.

  4. 04

    Import clearance

    Clearance at the destination airport in United States.

  5. 05

    Delivery

    Final delivery to your address.

Checklist

Documents and cost drivers

Documents to import into United States

  • Commercial invoice
  • Packing list
  • Air waybill (AWB)
  • CBP entry (Form 7501) through a U.S. customs broker, with customs bond
  • USMCA certification of origin when applicable
  • FDA / USDA prior notice for regulated goods
  • Mexican export pedimento at origin

What drives the price on this lane

  • Chargeable weight: the greater of actual weight and volumetric weight (1:6000)
  • Fuel and security surcharges
  • Airport handling and terminal fees
  • Customs clearance at both ends
  • Pickup and final delivery
  • Cargo insurance

Mexico · DOF

Exchange rate used for Mexican customs

$18.0710 MXN

USD FIX published in the DOF on September 30, 2026

See the 30-day history →

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

How long does air freight from Mexico to United States take?+

Estimated transit is 1–4 days. Direct services sit at the low end; transshipment, peak season or inspections push it to the high end.

How far is Mexico from United States?+

The shortest pair is 205 km in a straight line.

How much does air freight from Mexico to United States cost?+

It depends on chargeable weight, the season and surcharges. Send your cargo details on WhatsApp and we reply with a written quote.

What documents do I need to import into United States?+

Commercial invoice; Packing list; Air waybill (AWB); CBP entry (Form 7501) through a U.S. customs broker, with customs bond; USMCA certification of origin when applicable.

Do you handle Mexican customs?+

Yes. We coordinate the customs clearance in Mexico with licensed customs broker partners, so freight and customs move under one quote.

Ready to move your cargo?

Send origin, destination and cargo details — we reply with a written quote.

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