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Americans Can Now Fly Nonstop To This Vibrant Mexican City From 4 U.S. Airports
Feb
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While most Americans venturing south of the border will find themselves in Cancun, Cabo, or Mexico City, there’s another historic city that’s becoming far easier to reach this year.
Better yet, it’s on very few travelers’ radars, so you don’t have to deal with the headache of tourist crowds and inauthentic experiences.
Not only will travelers have 4 U.S. airports in total to choose from, but also 3 different airlines, including American.
Boasting Old World charm with centuries-old structures, San Luis Potosi is a sight to behold not only for its timeless treasures but its relatively undiscovered natural attractions too.
Best of all, this under-hyped city is one of Mexico’s safest destinations, making it all the more enjoyable to explore now that there are more ways to get here.
Why Visit San Luis Potosi?
Mexico used to be solely viewed as a beach destination by Americans, but Mexico City has since soared to new heights.
Following suit, places like Guadalajara, Guanajuato, and Oaxaca have become popular city breaks in their own right.
Some travelers have felt they’ve worn out their welcome in Oaxaca and Mexico City, in particular, as overtourism concerns have been well-documented.
When it comes to Mexico’s hidden gems, there’s more authenticity, better prices, and less crowds standing in your way,
San Luis Potosi certainly fits the mold. Not only can you explore charming cobbled streets and historic marvels, you can score the luxe Hilton San Luis Potosi for just $87 this spring.
The one must-see in the city center is the unmissable San Luis Potosi Cathedral, which has been anchoring the vibrant cityscape since 1593.
There are numerous postcard-worthy plazas to wander while you’re here, such as Plaza Fundadores and Plaza de Aranzazu.
Whatever you do, don’t leave without trying Bocoles or Enchiladas Potasinas, a pair of regional favorites.
Waterfalls & Vivid Lakes: Discover San Luis Potosi’s Natural Attractions
To most, Mexico is a mix of paradisal beach towns, culturally rich cities, and a handful of no-go zones.
While this is certainly true, what people sleep on is Mexico’s astounding nature aside from the aforementioned beach havens.
You might not think of Mexico as the place to go chasing waterfalls, but San Luis Potosi is just the place, actually.
La Huasteca Potosina is home to cascading falls like Tamul Waterfall, and crystal-clear rivers, swimming holes, and breathtaking cave systems.
There are ample tours to book from the city. Ruta Huasteca Expediciones is rated #1 on TripAdvisor.
New Volaris Flights
I might be a little biased since I live close to the border, but Volaris is one of my top go-to’s for cheap flights, especially since it seems they run insanely cheap sales every month.
Mexico City-based Volaris connects almost anywhere in Mexico, but they are slowly but surely expanding their presence in the U.S., giving Americans the opportunity to explore what seems like uncharted territory for the average traveler.
According to their website, Mexico’s top low-cost carrier just announced 30 new flights, but the most exciting ones connect a trio of Texas cities to San Luis Potosi (SLP).
Volaris is launching new flights from San Antonio (SAT), Houston (IAH), and Dallas (DFW) in July, with expected service three times per week for SAT and IAH and four flights per week for DFW.
New Aeromexico Flight
If you haven’t heard of Volaris, that’s okay. Surely, you’ve heard of Mexico’s flagship airline, Aeromexico.
Following Volaris’ unintentional Southern theme, another city from the South is getting a direct flight to San Luis Potosi.
Beginning June 5, 2025, Aeromexico will begin operating daily flights to SLP from Atlanta (ATL).
If you’ve never flown with Aeromexico before, know they are a SkyTeam member, making connections via Delta easy peasy.
U.S. Airlines Flying To San Luis Potosi
While Volaris and Aeromexico may be gaining the attention with new flights, American Airlines and United Airlines are the only U.S.-based carriers offering direct flights to SLP.
For what it’s worth, both of these Mexican airlines are deemed safe; otherwise, they wouldn’t have clearance for American skies.
But earning points can be tough, especially for Volaris. In that case, going with United or American is surely your best bet, given that they currently offer flights from Dallas and Houston, two of Volaris’ new destinations.
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