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Getting to San Luis Potosí: direct flights from the U.S.

San Luis Potosí International Airport (SLP) has direct flights to and from Houston, Dallas–Fort Worth, San Antonio and Chicago. Because Houston and Dallas are major U.S. hubs, most patients in the U.S. and Canada can reach San Luis Potosí with a short non-stop flight or a single connection.

Direct flights from the U.S. to San Luis Potosí (SLP)

San Luis Potosí International Airport (Ponciano Arriaga, code SLP) is served by U.S. and Mexican carriers. As of 2026, these U.S. cities offer non-stop flights:

From (U.S. city)Airline(s)Approx. non-stop time
Houston (IAH)United, Volaris~1.5–2 h
Dallas–Fort Worth (DFW)American, Volaris~1.5–2 h
San Antonio (SAT)Volaris~1.5 h
Chicago (MDW)Volaris~3.5 h
Atlanta (ATL)Aeroméxico~2.5–3 h

Flight times are approximate and vary by aircraft and schedule. Always confirm current routes and times with the airline before booking.

One connection from almost anywhere

Even if your city has no direct flight, getting to San Luis Potosí is straightforward. Houston (IAH) and Dallas–Fort Worth (DFW) are among the largest hubs in the U.S., with connections to hundreds of cities across the U.S. and Canada. For most patients, that means one easy connection to reach SLP.

Which airlines fly to San Luis Potosí?

International service to SLP is operated by carriers including United (Houston), American (Dallas), Aeroméxico (Atlanta) and Volaris, which flies several U.S. routes. Volaris is a low-cost carrier, which can help keep travel affordable.

At the airport and getting to your hospital

SLP is a compact, single-terminal airport, which makes arrival simple. The airport is a short drive from the city and its private hospitals. We can help coordinate ground transport and recommend nearby accommodation for you and a companion.

Planning your trip around surgery

For elective procedures like gallbladder removal or hernia repair, we recommend arriving a day before your evaluation and planning a short recovery period before flying home. Your recommended length of stay is confirmed in your consultation.

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