Texas Border Business
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The Mexican Consulate in McAllen announced that it facilitated a working meeting at McAllen International Airport with Aviation Director Jeremy Santoscoy and representatives of JetAxess to continue discussions on potential air connectivity to Tampico, Tamaulipas.
According to the Consulate, the meeting was held “to continue discussions on potential air service opportunities between McAllen and Tampico, Tamaulipas.” (“dar seguimiento a las conversaciones sobre posibles oportunidades de conectividad aérea con Tampico, Tamaulipas.”)
The Consulate stated that the effort seeks to strengthen economic, tourism, and investment ties between the Rio Grande Valley and the Tampico region.
The announcement did not include details about a proposed route, airline service, flight schedule, or launch date. The Consulate described the discussions as part of an ongoing process to evaluate opportunities for future connectivity.
JetAxess, a Mission, Texas-based aviation company, participated in the meeting alongside airport officials. Public information from the company identifies JetAxess as a provider of private aviation, aircraft management, and aviation consulting services.
McAllen International Airport has expanded its air service offerings in recent years to increase connections to destinations in Mexico. Airport officials have identified international connectivity as an important component of regional economic development.
No formal announcement has been made regarding direct air service between McAllen and Tampico. The meeting represents continued discussions among government, airport, and aviation stakeholders regarding potential opportunities to improve transportation links between South Texas and Tamaulipas.
Tampico’s airport handled more than 600,000 passengers in 2025 and serves a major industrial and energy region along Mexico’s Gulf Coast. The area has strong links to logistics, manufacturing, energy services, and tourism.
Tampico has long-standing economic ties with South Texas:
- Energy and oilfield services
- Manufacturing and logistics
- Tourism and family travel
- Cross-border investment
A direct flight would eliminate the need to connect through cities like Monterrey or Mexico City, making travel significantly more convenient for business travelers. This aligns with the Consulate’s stated goal of strengthening economic, tourism, and investment ties.
McAllen International Airport has actively pursued additional routes to Mexico. The airport previously sought nonstop service to Mexico City and Cancún and, in 2026, restored direct service to Monterrey through Aerus. Airport officials have repeatedly stated that expanding connectivity with Mexico remains a strategic priority.
