Flying from Mexico City to Monterrey: what you need to know
Start planning your holiday by checking out the ideal departure point for your flight from Mexico City to Monterrey. Explore the options for setting off from Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) or Felipe Ángeles International Airport (NLU), two of the city's main airports.
When it comes to where you'll land, Monterrey's major arrival point is Gen Mariano Escobedo Airport (MTY).
The average length of a direct Mexico City to Monterrey flight is 1 hour 40 minutes.
Mexico City and Monterrey are in the UTC-6 timezone. That means you won't have to adjust your watch after you land.
The busiest route for flights from Mexico City to Monterrey is from Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) to Gen Mariano Escobedo Airport (MTY). You can choose from 178 weekly services between these two airports. If you want to head off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from MEX to MTY is the 05:00 VivaAerobus option. If you prefer travelling later, the final departure is at 23:15 with VivaAerobus.
For a relaxed travel experience, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your Mexico City to Monterrey flight.
Travelling over a peak time such as July? School holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Mexico City to Monterrey
Right now, $34 is the best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Mexico City to Monterrey. The cheapest price for a return flight is $82. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Book six months before your departure date. Research into pricing trends suggests this is the ideal window for finding cheap Mexico City to Monterrey flights.
The best month for finding cheap plane tickets from Mexico City to Monterrey is September. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then choose the dates that offer the biggest savings.
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Flying from Mexico City
Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
Set off from Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) on a nonstop flight from Mexico City to Monterrey. From MEX, you can travel directly to Gen Mariano Escobedo Airport (MTY).
Top airlines that offer direct Mexico City to Monterrey plane tickets departing from MEX include:
Located around 6 kilometres from the centre of Mexico City, MEX can be reached in about 25 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport will take roughly 55 minutes.
Want a relaxed start to your journey? Stay near Benito Juarez International Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Mexico City to Monterrey or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels have you covered:
80.91% of flights departing from Benito Juarez International Airport touch down at their destination on schedule. With its dependable on-time performance, disruptions are unlikely when taking off from MEX.
Felipe Ángeles International Airport (NLU)
You can book a direct flight from Mexico City to Monterrey out of Felipe Ángeles International Airport (NLU). Nonstop services from NLU will take you to Gen Mariano Escobedo Airport (MTY).
VivaAerobus offers direct Mexico City to Monterrey plane tickets from NLU. Book your favourite seat and get to your destination in a single journey.
NLU is about 32 kilometres from central Mexico City. It'll take 55 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 45 minutes.
Getting the crew to the airport on time before your flight from Mexico City to Monterrey is so much easier when you stay near Felipe Ángeles International Airport. Consider booking a room at Verticca Hotel the night before flying out.
Felipe Ángeles International Airport has an on-time performance rate of 68%. This figure shows how often flights departing from this airport land on time.
Arriving in Monterrey
Gen Mariano Escobedo Airport (MTY)
The distance from Gen Mariano Escobedo Airport (MTY) to central Monterrey is approximately 23 kilometres. It'll take you around 35 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 45 minutes.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Mexico City to Monterrey. Stay at one of these accommodation options near MTY instead:
Go where the road takes you with a Gen Mariano Escobedo Airport rental car. Book your wheels from America, MEX or Europcar and venture far and wide through Monterrey and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Gen Mariano Escobedo Airport around three weeks in advance can help you get the best possible rate.
Best time to go to Monterrey
April is the quietest month for flights from Mexico City to Monterrey, while July is the most popular. Work out the best time to go to Monterrey based on whether you like a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
Lock in a Mexico City to Monterrey ticket departing in August if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Monterrey to range from 22ºC to 37ºC.
Search for cheap flights from Mexico City to Monterrey in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 6ºC and 23ºC on average.
More about Monterrey
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Monterrey right here. Browse these hotels once you've locked in your flight from Mexico City to Monterrey:
All great journeys should include some sightseeing. Parque Fundidora, Museo del Obispado and Cerro de la Silla Park are attractions you won't want to skip in Monterrey.
Explore more of Mexico
You've done Monterrey, now it's time to explore other parts of Mexico. Travel around 402 kilometres south to San Luis Potosi to check off its must-visit sights. From Tangamanga Park I to Plaza de Aranzazu and Cathedral of San Luis Potosi, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Around 467 kilometres south-west of Monterrey, Aguascalientes is another essential stop in Mexico. No visit is complete without checking out Templo de San Antonio, Museo Nacional de la Muerte and Jardin de San Marcos.
