Nonstop flights to travel to Mexico’s host cities for the 2026 World Cup
The 2026 World Cup will be a historic event connecting the entire continent. With matches scheduled in Mexico City, Guadalajara, and Monterrey, transportation logistics are key for fans. Fortunately, by 2026, North American air connectivity will have reached its peak, facilitating direct transfers without unnecessary layovers.
If you are planning your route to follow your national team, here is a detailed breakdown of where you can fly directly to the three host cities in Mexico.
1. Nonstop flights from Canada to Mexico
Canada has significantly increased its flight frequencies to Mexican host cities, particularly to Guadalajara, to facilitate the flow of fans between the host nations.
| Origin | Destination | Airlines |
| Toronto (YYZ) | Mexico City (MEX/NLU) | Air Canada, Aeromexico, Flair Airlines |
| Toronto (YYZ) | Guadalajara (GDL) | Air Canada, Flair Airlines |
| Toronto (YYZ) | Monterrey (MTY) | Air Canada |
| Vancouver (YVR) | Mexico City (MEX) | Aeromexico, Air Canada, WestJet, Flair Airlines |
| Montreal (YUL) | Mexico City (MEX) | Air Canada, Aeromexico |
| Montreal (YUL) | Guadalajara (GDL) | Air Transat |
| Calgary (YYC) | Guadalajara (GDL) | WestJet |
2.Nonstop flights from the United States to Mexico
The United States offers the most “gateways.” For 2026, cities like Denver and New York have added new direct routes to the hubs in Jalisco and Nuevo León.
To Guadalajara (GDL)
- From California: Los Angeles (LAX), San Francisco (SFO), San Jose (SJC), Fresno (FAT), Sacramento (SMF), and Oakland (OAK).
- From Texas: Houston (IAH), Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW), San Antonio (SAT).
- From other hubs: Chicago (ORD/MDW), Las Vegas (LAS), Denver (DEN), Phoenix (PHX), Orlando (MCO), Miami (MIA), and Atlanta (ATL).
- New for 2026: Volaris has activated the direct Newark (EWR) – Guadalajara route.
To Monterrey (MTY)
- From Texas: Near-hourly connections from Dallas (DFW) and Houston (IAH). Also available from San Antonio (SAT).
- From other hubs: Los Angeles (LAX), Chicago (ORD), New York (JFK), Las Vegas (LAS), Atlanta (ATL), Miami (MIA), and Detroit (DTW).
To Mexico City (MEX / NLU)
- From the Coasts: New York (JFK/EWR), Los Angeles (LAX), San Francisco (SFO), Seattle (SEA).
- From Central/South: Chicago (ORD), Denver (DEN), Dallas (DFW), Houston (IAH), Miami (MIA), Orlando (MCO), Washington D.C. (IAD).
3. Domestic connectivity: Moving within Mexico
If you are already in Mexico and want to attend matches at all three venues (Estadio Azteca, Estadio Akron, and Estadio BBVA), connectivity is simple and fast.
- CDMX – Guadalajara: The flight takes just 1 hour and 15 minutes. There are departures from AICM nearly every hour, and multiple frequencies from AIFA.
- CDMX – Monterrey: A 1-hour and 30-minute journey. This is one of the highest-demand routes in the country, operated by all national airlines.
- Monterrey – Guadalajara: Connects the North to the West in 1 hour and 20 minutes. This key direct route allows you to avoid stopping in Mexico City, saving valuable time between matches.
Travel Tip: For 2026, we also recommend using the Felipe Ángeles International Airport (AIFA) for domestic travel. It often provides better schedule availability and more competitive rates during high-demand global events.
Airlines operating these routes
To book your tickets, these are the carriers with the strongest presence in the North American corridor:
- Aeromexico: Connects the three Mexican host cities with major hubs in the USA and Canada.
- Volaris & Viva Aerobus: Excellent options for affordable direct flights between Mexican cities and to the United States (especially Texas and California).
- American Airlines, Delta, & United: Leaders in connections from mid-sized U.S. cities to Mexico.
- Air Canada: The primary choice for non-stop travel from Toronto and Vancouver.
Final recommendations for your World Cup trip
- Book in advance: 2026 will be a year of extreme air traffic saturation. Purchasing your flights at least 6 months in advance will guarantee better pricing.
- Check the Airports: Mexico City operates with two airports (AICM and AIFA). Double-check your arrival airport to plan your ground transportation to the stadium accordingly.
- Documentation: Remember that to travel between these three countries, you need a valid passport and, depending on your nationality, electronic authorizations (such as the eTA for Canada or the corresponding Visa/Permit for the USA and Mexico).
The 2026 World Cup is just around the corner, and North America’s flight network is ready to take you to the pitch!
