MAM - General Servando Canales International Airport
Matamoros, Mexico
IATA Code: MAM · Matamoros, Mexico
The airport code MAM is the IATA identifier for General Servando Canales International Airport. You may also find it referred to as Matamoros Airport (MAM).
General Servando Canales International Airport (MAM) serves Matamoros, Mexico, in the Latin America fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
MAM is the IATA airport code for General Servando Canales International Airport, located in Matamoros, Mexico. The airport is situated at coordinates 25.7699°N, 97.5253°W. The current jet fuel price in the Latin America region is $5.31/gallon as of 2026-05-16.
Current Jet Fuel Price (Latin America)
$5.31/gallon
⚠️ Global Fuel Price Surge 2026: Prices affected by 108%
Airport Information
- IATA Code
- MAM
- City
- Matamoros
- Country
- Mexico
- Timezone
- America/Mexico_City
- Latitude
- 25.7699°
- Longitude
- -97.5253°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- Latin America
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from MAM
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| BRO - Brownsville | 18 km | $268 | $1/passenger |
| HRL - Harlingen | 53 km | $788 | $2/passenger |
| REX - Reynosa | 75 km | $1,115 | $2/passenger |
| MFE - Mcallen | 84 km | $1,249 | $2/passenger |
| NQI - Kingsville | 195 km | $2,899 | $6/passenger |
| CRP - Corpus Christi | 222 km | $3,301 | $7/passenger |
| ALI - Alice | 225 km | $3,345 | $7/passenger |
| MTY - Monterrey | 259 km | $3,851 | $8/passenger |
| RKP - Rockport | 262 km | $3,895 | $8/passenger |
| CVM - Ciudad Victoria | 271 km | $4,029 | $8/passenger |
| NTR - Monterrey | 272 km | $4,044 | $8/passenger |
| NLD - Nuevo Laredo | 276 km | $4,104 | $8/passenger |
| LRD - Laredo | 276 km | $4,104 | $8/passenger |
| SLW - Saltillo | 342 km | $5,085 | $10/passenger |
| COT - Cotulla | 343 km | $5,100 | $10/passenger |
| VCT - Victoria | 348 km | $5,174 | $10/passenger |
| PSX - Palacios | 352 km | $5,234 | $10/passenger |
| TAM - Tampico | 388 km | $5,769 | $12/passenger |
| BBC - Bay City | 392 km | $5,828 | $12/passenger |
| SSF - Stinson | 407 km | $6,051 | $12/passenger |
| LOV - Monclova | 415 km | $6,170 | $12/passenger |
| SKF - San Antonio | 415 km | $6,170 | $12/passenger |
| LJN - Angleton | 423 km | $6,289 | $13/passenger |
| RND - San Antonio | 425 km | $6,319 | $13/passenger |
| SAT - San Antonio | 429 km | $6,378 | $13/passenger |
| PDS - Piedras Negras | 435 km | $6,468 | $13/passenger |
| TSL - Tamuin | 435 km | $6,468 | $13/passenger |
| UVA - Uvalde | 441 km | $6,557 | $13/passenger |
| SGR - Sugar Land | 466 km | $6,928 | $14/passenger |
| GLS - Galveston | 469 km | $6,973 | $14/passenger |
| AAP - Houston | 479 km | $7,122 | $14/passenger |
| HOU - Houston | 484 km | $7,196 | $14/passenger |
| EFD - Houston | 486 km | $7,226 | $14/passenger |
| IWS - Houston | 486 km | $7,226 | $14/passenger |
| AUS - Austin | 492 km | $7,315 | $15/passenger |
| ERV - Kerrville | 492 km | $7,315 | $15/passenger |
| DLF - Del Rio | 512 km | $7,612 | $15/passenger |
| IAH - Houston | 515 km | $7,657 | $15/passenger |
| DWH - Houston | 515 km | $7,657 | $15/passenger |
| SLP - San Luis Potosi | 522 km | $7,761 | $16/passenger |
| DRT - Del Rio | 522 km | $7,761 | $16/passenger |
| ACN - Ciudad Acuna | 530 km | $7,880 | $16/passenger |
| CLL - College Station | 548 km | $8,148 | $16/passenger |
| CXO - Conroe | 550 km | $8,177 | $16/passenger |
| CFD - Bryan | 562 km | $8,356 | $17/passenger |
| JCT - Junction | 571 km | $8,490 | $17/passenger |
| PAZ - Poza Rico | 575 km | $8,549 | $17/passenger |
| BMT - Beaumont | 578 km | $8,594 | $17/passenger |
| BPT - Beaumont | 579 km | $8,609 | $17/passenger |
| HTV - Huntsville | 585 km | $8,698 | $17/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your MAM Flights
Jet fuel typically accounts for 25-35% of airline operating costs. When fuel prices rise due to global events like conflicts or supply disruptions, airlines pass these costs to passengers through fuel surcharges.
Currently, the Latin America region has jet fuel priced at $5.31/gallon. This is approximately 108% higher than normal due to Brent crude elevated. EIA Gulf Coast jet fuel at $5.21/gal (2026-05-16). Airlines implementing surcharges globally. IATA reports $175/barrel global average.
Tips to Save on Flights from MAM
- Book during periods of lower fuel prices (typically Q1)
- Choose airlines with fuel-efficient aircraft (787, A350)
- Consider nearby alternative airports
- Book direct flights to avoid multiple fuel surcharges
Climate & Weather at Matamoros
Matamoros enjoys a subtropical climate characterized by hot summers and mild winters. Temperatures generally range from 15°C to 35°C (59°F to 95°F) throughout the year. Early morning and late evening flights can offer relief from daytime heat during summer. Pack layers for air-conditioned terminals.
Traveler Guide: Flying Through MAM
Traveling through Matamoros in the Americas, passengers should be aware that fuel prices in the Latin America region directly influence ticket pricing. North and South American airports generally have well-established ground transportation networks, including ride-sharing services, shuttles, and rental car agencies. For international arrivals, customs and immigration processing times vary significantly by country.
Planning Your Trip via MAM
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at General Servando Canales International Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from MAM
- Fuel impact awareness: The Latin America region currently prices jet fuel at $5.31/gallon — compare this with other regions to understand route pricing
- Alternative airports: The nearest airports to MAM are BRO, HRL, REX — consider these for potentially lower fares