Flying from Monterrey to Chicago: what you need to know
Gen Mariano Escobedo Airport (MTY) is Monterrey's main airport. Explore your options for booking a flight from Monterrey to Chicago taking off from here.
When working out where to arrive in Chicago, O'Hare International Airport (ORD) and Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) are the chief entry points.
Around 3 hours 25 minutes is how long you'll be in transit on a direct Monterrey to Chicago flight.
Chicago's timezone is UTC-5, which makes Chicago one hour ahead of Monterrey.
Gen Mariano Escobedo Airport (MTY) to {"defaultCase":"O'Hare International Airport","accusativeCase":"O'Hare International Airport","nominativeCase":"O'Hare International Airport","dativeCase":"O'Hare International Airport"} (ORD) is the busiest route. When booking your flight from Monterrey to Chicago, you can pick from 16 services every week between MTY and ORD.
To ensure you make your Monterrey to Chicago flight, allow plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
During popular months like July, it's best to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're travelling during high season in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Monterrey to Chicago
Currently, £105 is the best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Monterrey to Chicago. The cheapest price for a return flight is £157. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Book two months before travelling. Pricing trends suggest that this is the ideal window for finding cheap Monterrey to Chicago flights.
May is the best month for scoring an incredible deal on a plane ticket from Monterrey to Chicago. If you need to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for every month.
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Flying from Monterrey
Gen Mariano Escobedo Airport (MTY)
You can catch a direct flight from Monterrey to Chicago taking off from Gen Mariano Escobedo Airport (MTY). Start your trip at MTY and touch down at O'Hare International Airport (ORD).
Choose from a variety of airlines that offer direct Monterrey to Chicago plane tickets out of MTY. Let one of these carriers take you there:
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to take a break from travelling — and possibly even tour another city. When browsing Monterrey to Chicago flights departing from Gen Mariano Escobedo Airport, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Top options include:
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
Located around 14 miles from the centre of Monterrey, MTY can be reached in about 35 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 45 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel close to Gen Mariano Escobedo Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Monterrey to Chicago, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure gate:
Of all flights leaving Gen Mariano Escobedo Airport, 68.87% land on time at their destination.
Arriving in Chicago
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
The distance from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to central Chicago is roughly 16 miles. It takes about 35 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of about 55 minutes.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Monterrey to Chicago. Check in to one of these accommodation options near ORD instead:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with an O'Hare International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Routes Car Rentals, Dollar or Budget and venture far and wide through Chicago and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your ride from O'Hare International Airport around four weeks ahead of your Monterrey to Chicago flight.
You'll find ORD at 10000 West O'Hare.
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
Central Chicago is approximately 9 miles from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW). After your flight from Monterrey to Chicago has hit the runway and you've made your way through the terminal, the drive should take about 20 minutes.
You can expect the trip to take approximately 45 minutes on public transport.
You'll find some comfortable places to lay your head close to MDW. Kick back after your Monterrey to Chicago flight at any of these perfectly located options:
Forget about inconvenient public transport schedules or cab lines. Grab a Chicago Midway International Airport rental car and let your trip unfold on your terms. Compare rates and availability from Dollar, Hertz and Budget.
Secure your first choice, not your last resort. Reserving your ride from MDW four weeks in advance often means better deals and a bigger choice of vehicles.
Chicago Midway International Airport can be found at 5700 South Cicero.
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD) is roughly 80 miles from central Chicago. It takes about 1 hour 25 minutes to get to the city centre by car once you've hopped off your flight from Monterrey to Chicago.
If you travel by public transport, the journey will take you around 4 hours 15 minutes.
Start your travels without stressing about how to get to your next stop with a Chicago Rockford International Airport rental car. Book your wheels with trusted suppliers here like Budget, Alamo and National.
If you'd like a certain make or model, booking early gives you a better shot at finding what you want. Book your ride from RFD at least a couple of weeks ahead of your flight from Monterrey to Chicago.
The street address for Chicago Rockford International Airport is 2 Airport Cir.
Best time to go to Chicago
January is the quietest month for flights from Monterrey to Chicago, while August is the most popular. Figure out the best time to visit Chicago based on whether you want a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Book a Monterrey to Chicago ticket departing in July if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Chicago to range from 15ºC (59ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
Search for cheap flights from Monterrey to Chicago in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -12ºC (10ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF) on average.
More about Chicago
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Chicago right here. Explore these options as soon as you've locked in your flight from Monterrey to Chicago:
Millennium Park and Art Institute of Chicago are just the start of the top-rated attractions to add to your Chicago to-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to LandShark Beer Garden at Navy Pier.
Explore more of United States
You've seen Chicago, now it's time to explore other corners of United States. Travel about 280 miles south-east to Columbus to tick off its top sights. From Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens to Ohio Statehouse and German Village, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
If you're interested in discovering another side of United States, head for Indianapolis, roughly 160 miles south-east of Chicago. The Children's Museum of Indianapolis, Indianapolis Museum of Art and Indianapolis Zoo are highlights.
