How do you say "Have a good trip." in Mexican Spanish?

"Have a good trip." in Mexican Spanish is "Que tenga buen viaje.". This phrase is commonly used in Mexico.

What does "Que tenga buen viaje." mean in English?

"Que tenga buen viaje." means "Have a good trip." in English.

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How to Say ‘Have a good trip.’ in Mexican Spanish

Que tenga buen viaje.

keh TEN-gah bwen vee-AH-heh

[keh TEN-gah bwen vee-AH-heh]

🇲🇽 In Mexico: This is a polite, friendly send-off you might hear from airline or airport staff as the interaction ends. It's warmer than just ending with [gracias] or [de nada], but still completely standard.

Phrase Breakdown

Que tenga

keh TEN-gah

have / may you have

Polite wish using the subjunctive form; common when saying goodbye.

Example

Que tenga un buen día.

Have a good day.

Words in this phrase

Que

[keh]

may / that

Used to introduce a polite wish. In this sentence, it helps express 'have a good trip.'

Example

Que tenga buen viaje y llegue con bien.

Have a good trip and arrive safely.

tenga

[TEN-gah]

you have

A formal verb form meaning 'you have' or 'may you have.' It sounds polite and respectful.

Example

Espero que tenga buen viaje hoy.

I hope you have a good trip today.

buen

[bwen]

good

The form of 'bueno' used before a masculine singular noun, such as 'viaje.'

Example

Le deseo un buen viaje en su vuelo a Monterrey.

I wish you a good trip on your flight to Monterrey.

viaje

[vee-AH-heh]

trip

A noun meaning 'trip' or 'journey.' It is often used when wishing travelers well.

Example

Que tenga buen viaje en su conexión.

Have a good trip on your connection.

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