Air Freight · United States → Mexico
Air Freight from United States to Mexico
United States to Mexico 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
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
- United States
- Destination
- Mexico
- Distance
- from 205 km
- Estimated transit
- 1–4 days
- Equipment
- Consolidated · direct · express
- Incoterms
- EXW · FCA · FOB · CIF · DAP · DDP
Network
Main airport pairs
| Origin | Destination | Distance | Transit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles | Tijuana | 205 km | 1–4 days |
| Laredo | Monterrey | 206 km | 1–4 days |
| Laredo | San Luis Potosí | 607 km | 1–4 days |
| Houston | Monterrey | 662 km | 1–4 days |
| Laredo | Chihuahua | 662 km | 1–4 days |
| San Francisco | Tijuana | 749 km | 1–4 days |
| Laredo | León / Bajío | 757 km | 1–4 days |
| Laredo | Querétaro | 773 km | 1–4 days |
| Dallas / Fort Worth | Monterrey | 846 km | 1–4 days |
| Miami | Cancún | 854 km | 1–4 days |
| Laredo | Felipe Ángeles (AIFA) | 868 km | 1–4 days |
| Laredo | Guadalajara | 873 km | 1–4 days |
| Los Angeles | Hermosillo | 881 km | 1–4 days |
| Laredo | Mexico City (AICM) | 902 km | 1–4 days |
| Dallas / Fort Worth | Chihuahua | 981 km | 1–4 days |
| Houston | San Luis Potosí | 1,025 km | 1–4 days |
| Houston | Chihuahua | 1,050 km | 1–4 days |
| Miami | Mérida | 1,097 km | 1–4 days |
| Laredo | Hermosillo | 1,147 km | 1–4 days |
| Houston | Querétaro | 1,150 km | 1–4 days |
| Houston | Mérida | 1,156 km | 1–4 days |
| Houston | León / Bajío | 1,175 km | 1–4 days |
| Houston | Felipe Ángeles (AIFA) | 1,198 km | 1–4 days |
| Houston | Mexico City (AICM) | 1,232 km | 1–4 days |
How it works
From quote to delivery
- 01
Quote and booking
Send weight, dimensions and cargo type; we quote on chargeable weight and book the flight.
- 02
Pickup and export
Pickup and export clearance in United States.
- 03
Flight
United States → Mexico: usually 1–4 days door to airport depending on direct or consolidated service.
- 04
Import clearance
Clearance at the destination airport in Mexico.
- 05
Delivery
Final delivery to your address.
Checklist
Documents and cost drivers
Documents to import into Mexico
- Commercial invoice
- Packing list
- Air waybill (AWB)
- Pedimento (import declaration) filed by a licensed Mexican customs broker
- MVE — Electronic Value Declaration (Manifestación de Valor Electrónica)
- Importer registered in the Padrón de Importadores (SAT)
- Certificate of origin (USMCA or other FTA) to claim a preferential tariff
- NOM compliance / permits when the tariff code requires them
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
- Mexican import duties and taxes: IGI, DTA and 16% VAT
Mexico · DOF
Exchange rate used for Mexican customs
$18.0710 MXN
USD FIX published in the DOF on September 30, 2026
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
How long does air freight from United States to Mexico 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 United States from Mexico?+
The shortest pair is 205 km in a straight line.
How much does air freight from United States to Mexico 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 Mexico?+
Commercial invoice; Packing list; Air waybill (AWB); Pedimento (import declaration) filed by a licensed Mexican customs broker; MVE — Electronic Value Declaration (Manifestación de Valor Electrónica).
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.
Other origins in United States to Mexico
Ready to move your cargo?
Send origin, destination and cargo details — we reply with a written quote.