Flying from Seattle to Monterrey: what you need to know
Begin planning your holiday by considering where you'll take off for your flight from Seattle to Monterrey. Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) and Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport (LKE) are the main airports in Seattle.
Gen Mariano Escobedo Airport (MTY) is the primary point of entry to Monterrey.
Monterrey's timezone is UTC-6, which makes Monterrey one hour ahead of Seattle.
To ensure you don't miss your Seattle to Monterrey flight, leave plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule to follow.
During popular months like July, it's best to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're travelling during high season in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Seattle to Monterrey
To pick up cheap Seattle to Monterrey flights, book in advance. Airlines tend to offer lower prices when flights are first released.
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Flying from Seattle
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your journey — and maybe even explore a different city. When searching for Seattle to Monterrey flights departing from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Some popular options include:
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
Denver International Airport (DEN)
Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS)
Travelling from central Seattle to SEA takes around 55 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 18 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Want a stress-free start to your holiday? Stay near Seattle-Tacoma International Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Seattle to Monterrey or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are perfect:
81.27% of flights leaving Seattle-Tacoma International Airport land at their destination according to schedule. Given its dependable on-time performance, you're unlikely to experience delays when taking off from SEA.
Arriving in Monterrey
Gen Mariano Escobedo Airport (MTY)
The distance from Gen Mariano Escobedo Airport (MTY) to central Monterrey is roughly 23 kilometres. It takes about 35 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Travelling to the centre by public transport will take you roughly 1 hour 45 minutes.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Seattle to Monterrey. Stay at one of these accommodation options near MTY instead:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Gen Mariano Escobedo Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from America, MEX or Europcar and explore beyond Monterrey's main sights.
Get the best deal by booking your ride from Gen Mariano Escobedo Airport about three weeks in advance of your trip.
Best time to go to Monterrey
July is the busiest month for flights from Seattle to Monterrey. To steer clear of the crowds, head to Monterrey in April.
Book a Seattle to Monterrey ticket departing in August if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Monterrey to range from 22ºC to 37ºC.
January has average temperatures of between 6ºC and 23ºC. Search for cheap flights from Seattle to Monterrey around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Monterrey
Once you've booked your flight from Seattle to Monterrey, decide where you'll be dropping your bags. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Monterrey:
All great journeys should include a little sightseeing. Parque Fundidora, Museo del Obispado and Cerro de la Silla Park are essential stops on your Monterrey itinerary.
Explore more of Mexico
San Luis Potosi is just one of the many cities in Mexico waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Monterrey. Around 402 kilometres to the south, its top attractions include Tangamanga Park I, Plaza de Aranzazu and Cathedral of San Luis Potosi.
If you're eager to discover another great destination in Mexico, consider Aguascalientes, about 467 kilometres south-west of Monterrey. Templo de San Antonio, Museo Nacional de la Muerte and Jardin de San Marcos are among its highlights.