On 6 March 2025, American Airlines opened its 30th route to Mexico, including a new direct service between Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) and Tampico International Airport (TAM). The reservations will open on 16 September 2025.

American Airlines’ Direct 30th route to Mexico
The introduction of direct flights to Mexico offers several advantages.

Travellers who previously had to make lengthy overland trips or connect flights now have a direct, time-saving option with the new DFW–TAM connection. By drastically reducing travel time, the new direct flights increase the region’s accessibility to travelers and appeal as a vacation spot. Secondly, by attracting more tourists, this direct route to Mexico will strengthen local economies, helping businesses in the service and hospitality sectors create jobs and increase profits. Furthermore, easy access is the only way to foster stronger cross-border personal and cultural links. This new link benefits the sizable Mexican-American community in Texas and the surrounding states, many of whom have family connections to Tampico and other nearby locations. Moreover, Tampico, a lesser-known destination compared to Cancun or Puerto Vallarta, offers beaches, colonial architecture, and a distinctive cultural experience. The route gives American travellers who want to travel outside of Mexico’s well-known tourist destinations a new avenue to explore.
So, is this just another successful addition to its already remarkable list of destinations, or is the announcement of American Airlines’ impending 30th route to Mexico another change in the company’s ongoing strategy? Please share in the comments section below.