Travelling to Puebla & INAOE

By Air

From the airports

Mexico City International Airport (AICM — MEX)

Most participants will arrive here. The recommended way to reach Puebla is by coach bus operated by Estrella Roja, which departs directly from the airport.

  • Terminal 1 (T1): Bus station in the international area, between gates 7 and 8, access through Sala F (first level).
  • Terminal 2 (T2): Bus station next to the terminal building, access through Sala D, gate 4, near national arrivals.
~2.5 hrs to Puebla MXN $480 (~USD $28) Approx. hourly departures

Estrella Roja operates two routes. We recommend Paseo Destino Terrapuerto as it is closer to INAOE. Tickets can be purchased at the airport counters or in advance at estrellaroja.com.mx.

We do not recommend taking a taxi directly from Mexico City airports to Puebla — the cost is disproportionately high.

Felipe Ángeles Airport (AIFA — NLU)

AIFA is located north of Mexico City. Similar instructions apply as for AICM — Estrella Roja also serves this route.

MXN $545 (~USD $31)

Please plan for additional travel time compared to AICM.

Hermanos Serdán Airport (PBC — Puebla)

Served by Volaris, Viva Aerobus, and United Airlines (from Houston IAH). Located in Huejotzingo, approximately 30 km from INAOE.

  • Use the official Transportes Terrestres taxi stand at the airport, or a ride-sharing platform if available.
MXN $300–400 (~USD $17–23) to INAOE

Airport info: +52 227 102-5080  ·  Taxi stand: +52 222 750-3654

Last Mile

From Puebla to INAOE

From Paseo Destino Terrapuerto

  • Take an official taxi (Taxi Ejecutivo) or a ride-sharing platform such as Uber or Didi.
  • Ask the driver for: "INAOE en Tonantzintla" or "el antiguo observatorio en Tonantzintla".
~20 min

From CAPU (Puebla Central Bus Station)

  • Take an official Taxi Seguro (yellow and white taxis) directly to INAOE.
  • We discourage using ride-sharing platforms from CAPU.
~35 min
INAOE main entrance gate
INAOE main entrance — Tonantzintla, Puebla
INAOE guest bungalows
Workshop accommodation — INAOE bungalows
On Arrival

Arriving at INAOE

Entrance & Check-in

  • Ask your driver to take you to the main entrance of INAOE, at the end of the uphill road leading to the Institute.
  • Security staff are available at the entrance 24/7. Tell them you are a participant of the "Guillermo Haro Workshop 2026".
  • An envelope with your name will be waiting, containing your bungalow room key and useful instructions. Security staff will guide you to your accommodation.
Security gate (24/7): +52 222 266 3100  ·  ext. 7071 / 7072

Accommodation

  • Participants will be hosted in the INAOE bungalows, located downhill along the access road, next to the parking area. View on map ↗
  • Each room includes: double bed, clean bed linen and towels, and hot running water.
  • Bungalow facilities are basic. Please handle the room, keys, and locks with care — the locks are somewhat old.
  • All bungalow users must sign a Guest Rules and Liability Agreement during registration.

Access to INAOE through the main entrance requires a QR code, controlled by a turnstile system. A QR code for the workshop will be provided (attached to your invitation email). Please use the last turnstile and present the code on your mobile phone when entering or leaving. Security personnel are available at all times in case of any issue.