Houston to Monterrey (IAH–MTY) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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IAH–MTY is served by 4 airlines with nonstop service. United Airlines, Viva and Royal Air Maroc lead the route. The flight covers 411 miles in approximately 1h 42m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UA United Airlines Also: AC, NH | 54 | 73G, E75L, E7W | 1h37-1h45 | Star Alliance | AC, NH | |
| VB Viva | 16 | 320, 321, A21N | 1h16-1h35 | – | – | |
| AT Royal Air Maroc | 1 | – | – | Oneworld | – | |
| AM Aeromexico | 0 | – | – | SkyTeam | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Monterrey from Houston
| Metric | IAH→MTY | HOU→MTY | AUS→MTY |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from IAH | – | 24 mi | 140 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 4 | 2 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 117 | – | 5 |
| Flight time | 1h 42m | 0h 56m | 1h 20m |
| Departure OTP | 80% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
IAH: CDT · MTY: CST
When it's 6:00 PM in Houston, it's 5:00 PM in Monterrey.
US citizens enter Mexico visa-free for up to 180 days for tourism. Complete the immigration form (FMM) online or on arrival; the online version speeds up processing. Passport must be valid for the duration of stay.
Duty-free allowances: USD 500 in goods. Mexico prohibits importing certain foods and medications without documentation. Declare cash over USD 10,000.
IAH has no direct rail link to downtown Houston. The IAH Express bus runs from Houston Amtrak/Greyhound station via Park & Ride to Terminal C (60–90 min, $1.25 with METRO Q card). This is the only transit option; Houston's rail network does not reach the airport.Taxis from downtown Houston cost $50–70 and take 40–60 minutes. Ride-hails (Uber, Lyft) are typically $35–55. IAH sits 23 miles north of downtown on the North Freeway (I-45); traffic is heavy during morning and evening rush. Remote economy parking lots serve all terminals via shuttle.
IAH–MTY Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from IAH to MTY
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) and Monterrey International Airport (MTY) are connected by nonstop service from United Airlines, Viva, Royal Air Maroc and Aeromexico. With 117 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
IAH to MTY Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from IAH to MTY is about 1 hours 42 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 411 miles (662 km). There are approximately 117 weekly flights outbound and 120 return, totaling 237 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via San Antonio, Austin Bergstrom and McAllen Miller. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Houston (HOU) and Austin (AUS).