Why go
- City in Tamaulipas, Mexico.
- Served by Tampico International Airport (TAM).
History
Tampico is a city and port in the southeastern part of the Mexican state of Tamaulipas. It is located on the north bank of the Pánuco River, about 10 kilometers (6 mi) inland from the Gulf of Mexico, and directly north of the state of Veracruz. Tampico is the fifth-largest city in Tamaulipas, with a population of 314,418 in the city proper and 929,174 in the metropolitan area.
Airports
✈ Airlines & flight paths — 4 airlines, 5 direct destinations
- AeroMéxico AM (ATR 72, ERJ, Embraer 170, Embraer 175, EMJ) · 3 routes: Mexico City*, Monterrey, Vera Cruz
- Birmingham European VB (737-300) · 2 routes: Cancun, Monterrey
- Interjet (ABC Aerolineas) 4O (A320) · 1 route: Mexico City
- United Airlines UA (CRJ-700, 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 Tampico International Airport (TAM); 61 other airports serve the wider area. Check rail and road links from the tourism sources below. By air: TAM has direct flights to 5 destinations on 4 airlines (incl. Mexico City, Monterrey, Cancun, Houston, Vera Cruz).
Getting around. Use the map above to orient yourself; nearby hotels, attractions and places to eat are listed from the live Ultimate data for Tampico, México. Local transit details will be added as the guide is expanded.