Cheap flights from Oaxaca (OAX)

Gateway to Oaxaca's cuisine, mezcal, and ruins

Xoxocotlán International (OAX) is about 8 km south of Oaxaca city, making it one of the closest airports to its city center in Mexico. It's served mainly by Aeromexico Connect, Viva Aerobus, and Volaris on domestic routes, plus seasonal US flights from Houston and Los Angeles. The airport handles travellers visiting Monte Albán, Hierve el Agua, and the mezcal valleys.

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Airlines flying from Oaxaca (OAX)

Major carriers: Aeromexico, United Airlines, American Airlines. Low-cost carriers: Viva Aerobus, Volaris.

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Frequently asked questions

How far is Oaxaca Airport from the city center?
OAX is just 8 km south of central Oaxaca, in Xoxocotlán. Authorised taxis run 15-20 minutes to the historic center for a fixed fare. It's one of the shortest airport-to-downtown trips in Mexico, which is convenient for short cultural breaks.
When is the cheapest time to fly to Oaxaca?
Avoid late October through early November (Day of the Dead) and mid-July (Guelaguetza), when fares spike. Cheapest windows are typically February, May to early June, and September. Flightmussy's 12-month heatmap shows the exact cheapest week without manual date-clicking.
Are there direct flights from Oaxaca to the US?
Yes, but limited. United runs OAX-Houston (IAH) and seasonal Los Angeles service operates on Volaris and American. Most US itineraries route via Mexico City. The fare heatmap surfaces both nonstop and one-stop options together so you can compare totals.
Which low-cost carriers serve Oaxaca?
Volaris and Viva Aerobus both operate from OAX, mainly to Mexico City, Tijuana, Cancún, and Monterrey. Their fares often undercut Aeromexico by 30-50%. Flightmussy compares their pricing directly, including LCCs that Google Flights tends to bury below legacy options.

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