Private charter between Houston and Merida starts at US$13,000 aboard a midsize jet.
We fly Houston (IAH) ⇄ Merida (MID) in both directions, on the same aircraft and guide pricing.
As the crow flies, Houston to Merida is roughly 1,157 kilometres — 719 miles, or 625 nautical miles.
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Expect US$13,000 – US$37,000 for a one-way charter between Houston and Merida, depending on the aircraft — a midsize jet sits at the lower end, larger jets above. Pets are welcome in-cabin on every option.
A stand-up cabin and more baggage room for medium-haul comfort. It seats 7-9 and is a frequent choice on sectors of this length.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (USD) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Midsize Jet · rec. | 1h 51m | 1h 40m – 2h 02m | US$26,500 | 7-9 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna Citation XLS+ | 1h 51m | US$26,500 – US$37,000 | 7-9 |
| Hawker 900XP | 1h 50m | US$29,000 – US$40,500 | 7-9 |
| Embraer Praetor 500 | 1h 46m | US$32,000 – US$44,500 | 8-10 |
The return leg uses the same aircraft and guide pricing; timings may shift up to ±10% depending on winds.
Guide prices are one-way estimates incl. positioning; taxes/handling extra. Round-trip and one-way both available.
Several variables shape what you pay for a Houston–Merida charter: the distance and prevailing winds on the day, fuel costs across the regions you cross, handling and landing fees at both airports, and the specific aircraft confirmed against live availability. International routing adds overflight permits and customs clearance to the final figure.
Private departures on this route use the following airports — we will recommend the best fit for your schedule:
Houston, United States: George Bush Intercontinental Airport, Ellington Airport, Conroe-North Houston Regional Airport, David Wayne Hooks Memorial Airport, Sugar Land Regional Airport and William P. Hobby Airport.
Merida, Mexico: Manuel Crescencio Rejón International Airport.
| George Bush Intercontinental Airport | Manuel Crescencio Rejón International Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | KIAH / IAH | MMMD / MID |
| Longest hard runway | 12,001 ft | 10,499 ft |
| Surface | Concrete | Asphalt |
| Field elevation | 97 ft | 38 ft |
All 19 aircraft we quote for Houston to Merida can use both airfields and fly the route non-stop. George Bush Intercontinental Airport has 12,001 ft and Manuel Crescencio Rejón International Airport 10,499 ft, both comfortably beyond the 6,000 ft the largest types here need, so field length is not what decides the aircraft on this route — cabin size and range are. At 1,157 km it is close to the limit for the shortest-legged aircraft here, the Pilatus PC-12 NGX at 1,800 km.
Alternates within range: Ellington Airport (9,001 ft, 45 km) · Conroe-North Houston Regional Airport (7,501 ft, 41 km) · David Wayne Hooks Memorial Airport (7,009 ft, 22 km) · Sugar Land Regional Airport (8,000 ft, 50 km)
More airport choice means fewer ground miles. We match the airfield to your final address, not the nearest hub.
Guide pricing on Houston–Merida is published clearly: US$13,000 – US$37,000. Your confirmed quote is all-in.
From boarding to arrival, the aircraft is exclusively yours. Discretion is built into every private charter.
Pets are welcome on every Houston–Merida charter, in the cabin, not the hold. Note them in your enquiry.
Houston–Merida is a frequently chartered international sector for executives and families alike, prized for flexibility and time saved.
As a guide, charter ranges US$13,000 – US$37,000 one-way — from a midsize jet (Cessna Citation XLS+) at the lower end. Final pricing depends on dates, group size and availability.
About 1h 51m gate to gate over 1,157 km (719 miles), similar both ways; larger jets are marginally faster.
Midsize Jet are the usual choices here; our pick is a midsize jet for value and comfort on this distance.
Yes — we handle last-minute Houston–Merida charters, often with as little as 4 hours' notice, subject to aircraft and crew availability.
Absolutely — pets travel in the cabin with you on this route; just tell us the details when you ask for a quote.
Of course: Merida to Houston runs on the same aircraft and pricing, so round trips are straightforward.
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