Monterrey Airport
IATA Code: MTY
ICAO Code: MMMY
Passengers: ~ 11.000.000
Monterrey Airport (MTY), officially named General Mariano Escobedo International Airport, is an airport serving the city of Monterrey in the Mexican state of Nuevo Leon. It is located in Apodaca, about 20 km from Monterrey city centre. The airport has three terminals and it is among the busiest airports in Mexico with around 11 million passengers per year, despite the traffic decrease of more than 50% during the pandemic. It serves as a hub for Aeromexico, Magnicharters and VivaAerobus. The airport provides flights mostly within the rest of Latin America and the USA.
If visiting Monterrey, the following guide will present you with all the necessary information about Monterrey Airport.
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How to get from Monterrey Airport to Monterrey
The distance between MTY and the Monterrey city centre is about 20 km which is a 30-minute ride. Find out all the ways of getting to and from the airport in the text below.
Bus
Several bus lines or Colectivos operate to and from the airport. There are three routes, Ruta Centro, Ruta San Pedro and Ruta Sur. All of them take you from the airport to different parts of Monterrey. Buses operate from around 8:00 am till 08:30 pm, the journey takes around 40 minutes.
All buses depart from Terminal A. In case you arrive in Terminal B or C, there is an interterminal shuttle departing from outside each terminal building, connecting all terminals. This service is free and operates between 05:00 am and 00:00 am.
Taxi
Those who prefer a more comfortable ride can consider taking a taxi. At MTY, you will find official taxi vehicles of different companies such as Casco, Golden, Suburban and Totsa. The service is available 24/7, the taxi kiosk is located in terminals A and C. For a ride to Monterrey city centre expect to pay around 10 euros (250 Mexican Pesos).
Transfer
Another way to travel from Monterrey Airport is with a private, door-to-door transfer directly to your accommodation in the city. You can pre-book a transfer for a hassle-free experience, a professional driver will wait for you at the airport and take you to your destination.
Car hire at Monterrey Airport
For those who prefer to explore the area on their own, the best option would be a car hire directly at the airport. At MTY Airport, you will find major rental agencies such as Sixt, Avis and Europcar. However, you can rent a car online and avoid the potentially long queues at the airport.
Rent a bus at Monterrey Airport
Larger groups of passengers should consider renting a bus at the airport. However, it is recommended to book it online, so the bus rental companies have enough time to advise you on the meeting point and all other information.
Monterrey Airport airlines
A dozen airlines operate at MTY, the main ones being Aeromexico, Magnicharters and VivaAerobus. These ones provide most of the flights with the most popular ones being from the rest of Latin America. Among the most popular domestic flights are those to and from Cancun and Mexico City.
The airport also has good connections to the USA and the airports such as JFK, Houston and Chicago-O’Hare.
Below is the list of the most important airlines offering departures and arrivals from MTY:
- Aeromexico
- Aeromexico Connect
- American Eagle
- Interjet
- Magnicharters
- TAR
- United Express
- VivaAerobus
- Volaris
Monterrey Airport facilities
The airport offers several amenities to the passengers who are on a layover or simply waiting for the flight. Here is the list of some of the services offered by MTY Airport:
- Duty-free shops
- Currency exchange
- ATMs
- WiFi
- Bars and restaurants
- Car hire
- Airport Hotel
Monterrey Airport accommodation
Monterey Airport FAQs
Buses operate till evening hours, around 8:30 pm, so if catching a bus is not an option, you can always take a taxi or arrange a private transfer as described in the text.
Yes, there are several ATMs throughout each terminal where you can withdraw your money.
Yes, the airport provides a free WiFi service throughout the airport.
Currently, it is not possible to store your luggage at the airport.
Not directly from the airport, but you can reach the main bus station easily and continue your journey. You can also check out for any desired routes directly on GetByBus.
The airport has three terminals – Terminal A, Terminal B and Terminal C.
