Flying from Montreal to Monterrey: what you need to know
Planning your getaway starts with figuring out where you'll fly out of in Montreal. Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) is the city's main base, so explore your options for reserving a flight from Montreal to Monterrey taking off from here.
Touch down at Gen Mariano Escobedo Airport (MTY), the major arrival point in Monterrey.
Monterrey's timezone is UTC-6, which makes Monterrey two hours behind Montreal.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This leaves you with plenty of time to catch your Montreal to Monterrey flight.
Flying over a peak time like August? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer lines and delays at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Montreal to Monterrey
To pick up cheap Montreal to Monterrey flights, book as early as you can. Airlines usually offer the most competitive fares when tickets are first released.
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Flying from Montreal
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
Travelling from central Montreal to YUL takes around 45 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 16 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Need a handy hotel close to Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Montreal to Monterrey, these stays will put you nice and close to your departure gate:
64.89% of flights that depart Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport make it to their destination on time.
You'll find YUL at 975 Romeo Vachon Street North.
Arriving in Monterrey
Gen Mariano Escobedo Airport (MTY)
Gen Mariano Escobedo Airport (MTY) is approximately 23 kilometres from the centre of Monterrey. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 35 minutes.
It usually takes 1 hour 45 minutes to get there on public transport.
If you have a late flight from Montreal to Monterrey, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these accommodation options near MTY:
Grab a Gen Mariano Escobedo Airport rental car and explore Monterrey and beyond with your own set of wheels. America, MEX and Europcar are top providers you can book with here.
Secure the lowest price by reserving your ride from Gen Mariano Escobedo Airport about three weeks before your travel date.
Best time to go to Monterrey
July is the busiest month for flights from Montreal to Monterrey. To avoid the crowds, go to Monterrey in April.
The warmest month in Monterrey is August, with temperatures ranging between 22ºC (72ºF) and 37ºC (99ºF). Book your Montreal to Monterrey ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
Search for cheap flights from Montreal to Monterrey in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 6ºC (43ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF) on average.
More about Monterrey
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Monterrey right here. Check out these hotels after you've booked your flight from Montreal to Monterrey:
Every great journey has to include some sightseeing. Macroplaza, Parque Fundidora and Museo del Obispado are essential stops on your Monterrey itinerary.
Explore more of Mexico
Monterrey has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of Mexico just waiting to be explored. Around 402 kilometres south of Monterrey, a trip to San Luis Potosi will keep you on the go. Start with leading attractions like Tangamanga Park I, Plaza de Aranzazu and Cathedral of San Luis Potosi.
Around 467 kilometres south-west of Monterrey, Aguascalientes is another essential stop in Mexico. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Templo de San Antonio, Museo Nacional de la Muerte and Jardin de San Marcos.