Travelling from Chicago to Gen Mariano Escobedo Airport (MTY): What you need to know
Get your vacation planning underway by working out where you'll board your flight from Chicago to Gen Mariano Escobedo Airport (MTY). O'Hare International Airport (ORD) and Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) are the main airports in Chicago.
Expect to be in the air for 3 hours 45 minutes. That's the average duration of a direct Chicago to Gen Mariano Escobedo Airport flight.
Gen Mariano Escobedo Airport is located in Monterrey. The city follows the UTC-6 timezone and is one hour behind Chicago.
The busiest route is from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Gen Mariano Escobedo Airport (MTY), with 16 direct weekly services. If you'd rather get moving right away, the earliest flight from ORD to MTY is the 8:45am United Airlines option. If you need some extra time before takeoff, the final departure is at 6:50pm with Volaris.
To ensure you get on your flight from Chicago to MTY, leave plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Peak season means busier airports, so plan to arrive even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for international journeys to stick to your schedule.
Airports in Chicago
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Go straight to your destination from O'Hare International Airport (ORD). Direct flights from Chicago to Gen Mariano Escobedo Airport (MTY) are available from here.
Top airlines that operate direct flights from Chicago to Gen Mariano Escobedo Airport leaving from ORD include:
Most travellers choose to fly with United Airlines between ORD and MTY.
The carrier with the most consistent on-time arrivals rate on this route is United Airlines.
We make it easy to book cheap flights from Chicago to MTY that include a stopover. To explore the options leaving from O'Hare International Airport (ORD), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply choose a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Some popular stopovers between ORD and MTY include:
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
Travelling from central Chicago to ORD takes about 55 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 40 kilometres in 35 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Want a stress-free start to your journey? Stay near O'Hare International Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Chicago to Gen Mariano Escobedo Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels have you covered:
When it comes to the on-time performance of O'Hare International Airport, 74.85% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
ORD's address is 10000 West O'Hare.
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
Maximize your vacation with a stopover on your flight from Chicago to Gen Mariano Escobedo Airport. Check out these connections between Chicago Midway International Airport and MTY:
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
MDW is about 19 kilometres from central Chicago. It takes 20 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 45 minutes.
Flying out early in the morning? Think about checking in to one of these accommodation options near Chicago Midway International Airport the day before your Chicago to MTY flight:
77.88% of all departures from Chicago Midway International Airport arrive within the expected time frame.
The address for MDW is 5700 South Cicero.
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)
The journey time to RFD from the centre of Chicago is around 4 hours 15 minutes on public transport. If you're going by car, it'll take you roughly 1 hour 25 minutes to cover the 137 kilometres or so.
Make catching an early Chicago to Gen Mariano Escobedo Airport flight one of the easiest parts of your trip. Stay at one of these accommodation options near Chicago Rockford International Airport and get to your check-in counter feeling relaxed and unhurried:
The on-time performance rating of RFD is 76.19%. In other words, that's how often flights departing this airport reach their final stop as planned.
You'll find Chicago Rockford International Airport at 2 Airport Cir.
About Gen Mariano Escobedo Airport (MTY)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Chicago to Gen Mariano Escobedo Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these options near MTY:
Say yes to new adventures 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.
Lock in the best deal by reserving your ride around three weeks before your Chicago to Gen Mariano Escobedo Airport flight.
Getting from Gen Mariano Escobedo Airport (MTY) to central Monterrey
Gen Mariano Escobedo Airport to central Monterrey is around 23 kilometres. If you're renting a car or getting a cab, do some research to make your trip as easy as possible. Journey times will vary depending on the time of day and traffic conditions.
Travelling by public transport will take you around 1 hour 45 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to Gen Mariano Escobedo Airport (MTY)
At the moment, C$92 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Chicago to Gen Mariano Escobedo Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$289. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To find cheap flights from Chicago to MTY, book early. Airlines typically offer their most competitively priced fares when tickets are first released.
If you have some flexibility with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the lowest price in every month when searching for your Chicago to Gen Mariano Escobedo Airport ticket.
Snapping up a cheap flight ticket from Chicago to MTY is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch as soon as the price has dropped.
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The best time to fly from Chicago to Gen Mariano Escobedo Airport (MTY)
Think about the kind of vacation you want when deciding the best time to fly. April is the quietest month to visit Monterrey. July is when most people book flights from Chicago to Gen Mariano Escobedo Airport (MTY), which may be perfect if you're chasing more action.
When booking your Chicago to MTY flight ticket, consider the weather you're most comfortable in. August is the warmest month in Monterrey, with temperatures ranging from 22ºC (72ºF) to 37ºC (99ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Chicago to Gen Mariano Escobedo Airport in January when temperatures are between 6ºC (43ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF).
More about Monterrey
Once you've booked your flight from Chicago to Gen Mariano Escobedo Airport, find a hotel that puts you in a great location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Monterrey:
All great vacations should include some sightseeing. Van Gogh Expo Monterrey (The Immersive Experience), Museum of Contemporary Art in Monterrey and Barrio Antiguo are attractions you won't want to skip in Monterrey.
Explore more of Mexico
Reynosa is just one of the many places in Mexico waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Monterrey. Around 177 kilometres away to the east, popular attractions include El Cristo de Reynosa, Parque Cultural Reynosa and Islandia Parque Acuatico.
Around 193 kilometres north of Monterrey, Nuevo Laredo is another favourite stop in Mexico. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Altar de la santa muerte, Plaza Pública La Libertad and Amazonas pool.
