Flying from Monterrey to Chicago: what you need to know
Planning your getaway begins with figuring out where you'll fly out of in Monterrey. Gen Mariano Escobedo Airport (MTY) is the city's main base, so explore your options for reserving a flight from Monterrey to Chicago jetting off from here.
Step off your plane in Chicago at O'Hare International Airport (ORD) or Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW).
A direct flight from Monterrey to Chicago takes an average of 3 hours 24 minutes. The timezone in Chicago is UTC-5, which is 1 hour ahead of Monterrey.
With 13 flights a week between the two airports, Gen Mariano Escobedo Airport (MTY) to O'Hare International Airport (ORD) is the most popular route. Hop on the earliest flight from Monterrey to Chicago with VivaAerobus at 08:40. If you're keen to make the most of your day before flying, the last flight from MTY to ORD is with United Airlines at 14:19.
Give yourself plenty of time to get on your flight from Monterrey to Chicago. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Longer lines at security and check-in are likely if you're jetting off during high season, so give yourself some extra breathing space. A good rule for peak times? Get there up to four hours early for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
You'll need an embassy visa for United States if you have a passport from Mexico and are travelling for tourism purposes. Visa and travel documentation requirements can be subject to change. So before you book your cheap flights from Monterrey to Chicago, check with your airline and the destination country's local consulate or embassy for the latest information.
Flying from Monterrey
Gen Mariano Escobedo Airport (MTY)
If you're looking for a direct flight from Monterrey to Chicago, you can catch one from Gen Mariano Escobedo Airport (MTY). Travel from MTY to O'Hare International Airport (ORD) in one seamless trip.
When taking off from MTY, you can take a direct flight from Monterrey to Chicago with United Airlines.
We make it a cinch to book a flight from Monterrey to Chicago with a stopover. To see all your options leaving from Gen Mariano Escobedo Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply choose a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Some popular stopovers include:
Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) Airport (LAS)
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
Located around 31 kilometres from the centre of Monterrey, MTY can be reached in about 35 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The same journey by public transport takes roughly 1 hour and 45 minutes.
Want an easy start to your break? Stay near Gen Mariano Escobedo Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Monterrey to Chicago or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
Arriving in Chicago
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
O'Hare International Airport (ORD) is around 40 kilometres from central Chicago. With your own car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is around 35 minutes.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 54 minutes.
Reserve a hotel close to ORD if you're taking a late flight from Monterrey to Chicago. Select one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) is roughly 19 kilometres from central Chicago. Once you've disembarked your flight from Monterrey to Chicago, allow for a drive time of approximately 21 minutes to get to the heart of the city.
Travelling by public transport will take around 46 minutes.
There are some comfortable hotels to call home for the night near MDW. Kick back after your flight from Monterrey to Chicago at any of these perfectly located options:
How to find the cheapest flights from Monterrey to Chicago
121 € is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Monterrey to Chicago. A return flight starts at 163 €. These prices can change based on demand and availability.
Book 9 months before you want to fly. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from Monterrey to Chicago.
May is the cheapest month for tickets from Monterrey to Chicago. If you're looking to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for every month.
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Best time to go to Chicago
February is the quietest month for flights from Monterrey to Chicago, while August is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to go to Chicago based on whether you like a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Book your flight from Monterrey to Chicago for July if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Chicago to range from 15ºC to 29ºC.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Monterrey to Chicago in January when temperatures average between -12ºC and 3ºC.
More about Chicago
Start your Chicago trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Monterrey to Chicago, explore our range of hotels including:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to know where to begin. Millennium Park, Art Institute of Chicago and LandShark Beer Garden at Navy Pier are top sights which should feature on any well-planned Chicago itinerary.
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