Mexico City to Monterrey (MEX–MTY) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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Mexico City to Monterrey
7 carriers, 206 flights/week nonstop.
7 Airlines
206 Flights/wk
443 mi
1h 30m nonstop
36 1-stop hubs
MEX–MTY is served by 7 airlines with nonstop service. Aeromexico, avianca and Air France lead the route. The flight covers 443 miles in approximately 1h 30m. Beyond nonstop, 36 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Carriers on this route
Airline Landscape
All carriers operating nonstop MEX–MTY service, compared side by side.
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
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| AM Aeromexico | 94 | 788, 789, 7M8, 7M9, 7S8 | 1h42-1h58 | – | SkyTeam | – |
| AV avianca | 49 | 320, 321 | 1h35 | – | Star Alliance | – |
| AF Air France | 19 | 788, 7M9, 7S8 | 1h45-2h05 | – | SkyTeam | – |
| G3 GOL | 14 | 7M9 | 1h52-1h55 | – | – | – |
| Y4 Volaris | 14 | 320, 321 | 1h34 | – | – | – |
| VB Viva | 11 | 321 | 1h30-1h35 | – | – | – |
| AR Aerolineas Argentinas | 5 | 7M8 | 1h30 | – | SkyTeam | – |
Aircraft on this route
OTP based on airport-level delay snapshots. Duration ranges reflect seasonal/directional variation.
Schedule
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Nonstop flight frequency by day of week, MEX to MTY direction.
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32
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33
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206
Outbound / wk
296
Return / wk
Connections
Connection Landscape
Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for MEX to MTY.
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One-Stop Connections
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Two-Stop Connections
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Connections computed from published schedules with minimum connection time verification. Use the interactive explorer above the fold to filter by airline, tier, and layover time.
Alternatives
Other ways to reach Monterrey from Mexico City
Nearby airports with service to Monterrey International Airport.
| Metric | MEX→MTY | NLU→MTY | TLC→MTY |
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| Distance from MEX | – | 22 mi | 33 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 7 | 2 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 206 | 7 | 14 |
| Flight time | 1h 30m | 1h 25m | 1h 40m |
Mexico City (NLU) to Monterrey flights · Toluca (TLC) to Monterrey flights · Puebla (PBC) to Monterrey flights
Airports within 200 miles of MEX with service to Monterrey International Airport.
Know before you go
Travel Essentials
Practical planning for this route.
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MEX: CST · MTY: CST
When it's 6:00 PM in Mexico City, it's 6:00 PM in Monterrey.
MEX: CST · MTY: CST
When it's 6:00 PM in Mexico City, it's 6:00 PM in Monterrey.
Distance & Flight Time
443 mi / 713 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 1h 30m to 2h 5m.
Getting to MEX
Mexico City Metro Line B runs from Buenavista station to Pantitlán, then transfer to Line 5 to Terminal Aérea (Terminal 1); total about 45–60 minutes (MXN$7). Metrobús Line 4 connects Buenavista to the airport more directly (MXN$12, 30–40 min). Both are safe and reliable for travelers with minimal luggage.Authorized airport taxis (Taxi Ejecutivo or TICO) must be purchased inside the terminal; do not take street taxis. Rates to the Zona Rosa/Centro are MXN$200–300. Uber is permitted from city to airport. The airport is just 5km from the Zócalo but traffic can make the journey 30–60 minutes.
Facts
MEX–MTY Quick Facts
Key statistics for the Mexico City to Monterrey route.
Route details
Distance443 mi / 713 km
Flight time1h 30m to 2h 5m
Time difference0 hours
Airlines (nonstop)7
Weekly flights206 out / 296 return
1-stop connections36 hubs
Origin: MEX
IATA / ICAOMEX / MMMX
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Passengers/yr45.4M
Elevation7,316 ft / 2,230 m
Destination: MTY
Full nameMonterrey International Airport
IATA / ICAOMTY / MMMY
TimezoneAmerica/Monterrey
Passengers/yr13.6M
Elevation1,278 ft / 390 m
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about MEX to MTY flights.
Nonstop flights from Mexico City Benito Juárez International Airport to Monterrey International Airport take approximately 1h 30m to 2h 5m. The route covers 443 miles.
7 airlines operate nonstop service: Air France, Aeromexico, Aerolineas Argentinas, avianca, GOL, Viva and Volaris.
There are approximately 206 nonstop flights per week from MEX to MTY. The return direction has about 296 weekly flights.
Yes, return flights from MTY to MEX are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Click the 'Search Flights' button to check availability and prices on Google Flights. You can also compare airlines and schedules on this page to find the best option.
Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.
Volaris operates 6 to 8 daily nonstops. VivaAerobus runs 5 to 7. Aeromexico adds 4 to 6. Total daily departures exceed 15 in each direction. Block time is about 1 hour 25 minutes. Volaris and VivaAerobus use A320 family aircraft. Aeromexico deploys 737-800 and E190 equipment. This is Mexico's highest-frequency domestic route.
Aeromexico uses Terminal 2 at MEX. Volaris and VivaAerobus use Terminal 1. The two terminals are connected by the Aerotrén monorail but not airside. If connecting between an Aeromexico international flight and a Volaris domestic, you must change terminals. Allow at least 30 minutes for the inter-terminal transfer including security re-screening.
Monterrey's General Mariano Escobedo Airport (MTY) is in Apodaca, about 24 km northeast of central Monterrey. Taxis operate from the official stand in arrivals with fixed rates to different zones. The ride to the Macroplaza downtown area costs about MXN 350 to 450 and takes 25 to 40 minutes. Uber is available. There is no metro or rail connection to the airport.
Bus service on ETN or Primera Plus takes 9 to 10 hours. Driving is roughly 900 km on Highway 57 and takes 8 to 9 hours. Neither competes with the 1 hour 25 minute flight on speed. The bus is popular with budget travelers. Some passengers also use the Queretaro or San Luis Potosi airports as intermediate options, but MEX-MTY nonstop is the standard choice for speed.
Mexico City to Monterrey: Mexico's Busiest Air Corridor
MEX-MTY is the highest-frequency domestic route in Mexico. Volaris, VivaAerobus, and Aeromexico combine for over 15 daily nonstops in each direction. Block time is 1 hour 25 minutes for the 750 km sector. The route connects Mexico's capital and political center to its northern industrial powerhouse. Monterrey is the country's third-largest metro area and the base for major conglomerates including CEMEX, FEMSA, and Alfa. Business traffic dominates weekday flights. Weekend leisure travel runs in both directions, with Monterrey residents visiting the capital and Mexico City residents heading north.
Three-Carrier Competition and Terminal Split
The MEX-MTY market is a three-way fight. Volaris and VivaAerobus compete aggressively on price from Terminal 1. Aeromexico offers a full-service product from Terminal 2. The terminal split at MEX is important: the two buildings have no airside connection, so connecting passengers must use the Aerotrén monorail and re-clear security. Monterrey's airport is simpler with a single terminal complex. The route's high frequency means seats are usually available on same-day purchase, but fares spike during holiday periods like Semana Santa and Christmas. ETN and Primera Plus buses cover the same corridor in 9 to 10 hours at a fraction of the airfare.