Viva

Viva Aerobus, Mexico’s top ultra-low-cost airline, flies from Terminal D at Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW), offering cheap fares to Mexico. This guide covers its routes, check-in, baggage, services, low-cost model, comparisons, and tips for savvy travelers.

Viva uses Terminal D, DFW’s international hub with customs and 28 gates. Skylink links terminals in ~7 minutes.

Direct flights hit Monterrey (MTY), Guadalajara (GDL), Mexico City (MEX), and Cancún (CUN), connecting to 40+ Mexican cities for leisure and business.

Check-in via Viva app or vivaaerobus.com 72 hours prior for digital passes. Terminal D counters (gates D15-D20) charge $10 for Zero fares. Arrive 3 hours early for customs.

Claim bags at Terminal D, Level 1. One personal item (55x40x20 cm, 10 kg total) is free; carry-ons/checked bags cost $30-$50, cheaper online.

Viva’s low-cost model charges for add-ons: seats ($5-$15), priority boarding ($10), and snacks. Smart fare includes baggage. Terminal D offers Taco Hut, Starbucks, Duty Free, free Wi-Fi, and charging. No lounge; The Club at DFW accepts Priority Pass.

Viva rivals Volaris in Terminal D for Mexico routes but offers more destinations. Frontier and Spirit in Terminal E focus on U.S. cities, with lower fees but fewer international options.

Tips

Viva at DFW delivers budget-friendly Mexican getaways with flexible add-ons.