Travelling from Monterrey to Mexico City: what you need to know
Many great adventures kick off from Monterrey's main airport, Gen Mariano Escobedo Airport (MTY). Check out your options for reserving a flight from Monterrey to Mexico City leaving from this base.
When it comes to arriving in Mexico City, Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) is a primary hub. Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU) is another.
The average length of a direct Monterrey to Mexico City flight is 1 hour 40 minutes.
Mexico City's timezone is UTC-6, which is the same as Monterrey.
With 172 flights a week between the two airports, Gen Mariano Escobedo Airport (MTY) to Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) is the most popular route. Hop on the earliest flight from Monterrey to Mexico City with VivaAerobus at 04:25. If you prefer to make the most of your day before leaving, the last flight from MTY to MEX is with Volaris at 23:59.
To ensure you catch your Monterrey to Mexico City flight, leave enough time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is a good rule of thumb.
You'll likely experience longer lines in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.
How to find the cheapest flights from Monterrey to Mexico City
Currently, 28 € is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Monterrey to Mexico City. The cheapest price for a return flight is 56 €. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Book six months before travelling. Research into pricing trends suggests this is the ideal window for finding cheap Monterrey to Mexico City flights.
The best month for finding cheap plane tickets from Monterrey to Mexico City is September. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then select the dates that offer the lowest fares.
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Flying from Monterrey
Gen Mariano Escobedo Airport (MTY)
You can find a direct flight from Monterrey to Mexico City leaving from Gen Mariano Escobedo Airport (MTY). Set out from MTY and then touch down at Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) or Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU).
You'll have your choice of airlines that offer direct Monterrey to Mexico City plane tickets out of MTY. Claim your seat with one of these carriers:
MTY is about 23 kilometres from central Monterrey. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour 45 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel near Gen Mariano Escobedo Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Monterrey to Mexico City, these stays will have you moments from your check-in counter:
68.87% of flights that take off from Gen Mariano Escobedo Airport arrive at their destination on time.
Arriving in Mexico City
Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
The distance from Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) to central Mexico City is approximately 6 kilometres. It'll take you about 25 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 55 minutes.
Consider staying in a hotel close to MEX if you have a late flight from Monterrey to Mexico City. Pick one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Pick up a Benito Juarez International Airport rental car and discover Mexico City and beyond with your own wheels. INFINITY RENT, MEX and America are well-known companies to choose from here.
Get the best deal by booking your ride from Benito Juarez International Airport about four weeks in advance of your trip.
Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU)
As soon as your flight from Monterrey to Mexico City has landed, you can get to the city centre in about 55 minutes by car. Central Mexico City is approximately 32 kilometres from Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU).
If you travel by public transport, the journey will take you 1 hour 45 minutes or so.
Holiday Inn & Suites Mexico Felipe Angeles Airport is one accommodation option within an easy drive of NLU. Unpack your bags here after your flight from Monterrey to Mexico City and then hang the 'Do not disturb' sign to enjoy some uninterrupted rest.
The fastest way to get to where you're going is with a Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport rental car. Collect a set of wheels from Europcar, MEX or Keddy By Europcar and make a speedy getaway.
Lock in the best price by reserving your ride from NLU one week ahead of time. You'll also have access to a wider selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Mexico City
July is the busiest month for flights from Monterrey to Mexico City. To skip the crowds, visit Mexico City in April.
Lock in a Monterrey to Mexico City ticket departing in April if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Mexico City to range from 10ºC (50ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from Monterrey to Mexico City in January when temperatures average between 6ºC (43ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF).
More about Mexico City
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Mexico City right here. Explore these options after you've booked your flight from Monterrey to Mexico City:
All great journeys should include a little sightseeing. Zocalo, Chapultepec Park and National Museum of Anthropology are must-visits when exploring Mexico City.
Explore more of Mexico
Mexico City is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of Mexico waiting to be explored. Around 21 kilometres north-east of Mexico City, a trip to Ecatepec de Morelos will keep you on the move. Check out popular attractions like Grupo Scout 360 Aztlan, mirador del Valle Park and Kinder casanueva.
Guadalajara is another well-known destination in Mexico and is around 467 kilometres west of Mexico City. No journey is complete without visiting Guadalajara Cathedral, Teatro Degollado and Portales Tlaquepaque Park.