Flying from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to Monterrey: what you need to know
Vancouver International Airport is located in Vancouver. Based in the UTC-6 timezone, Monterrey is one hour ahead of Vancouver.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your YVR to Monterrey flight.
Longer lines at security and check-in are more likely if you're flying during high season, so give yourself some extra breathing room. A good general rule for peak times? Get there up to four hours early for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
The journey from central Vancouver to YVR takes around 35 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 11 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Want a hassle-free start to your journey? Stay near YVR. Whether you've booked an early flight from Vancouver International Airport to Monterrey or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are worth a look:
Of the departures from Vancouver International Airport, 71.77% touch down on time at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to Monterrey
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Vancouver International Airport to Monterrey flight is 161 €. The cheapest price for a return flight is 298 €. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Booking early is often the key to securing a cheap flight from YVR to Monterrey. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely pay.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Vancouver International Airport to Monterrey across each month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from YVR to Monterrey by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.
Tailor your flights with filters. Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Vancouver International Airport to Monterrey.
Airports in Monterrey
Gen Mariano Escobedo Airport (MTY)
The distance from Gen Mariano Escobedo Airport (MTY) to central Monterrey is roughly 31 kilometres. It'll take you around 35 minutes to get to the centre driving.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 45 minutes.
Look into staying at a hotel near MTY if you're coming in on a late flight from Vancouver International Airport to Monterrey. Choose one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Grab a Gen Mariano Escobedo Airport rental car and explore Monterrey and beyond with your own wheels. America, MEX and Europcar are leading providers you can book with here.
Lock in the best deal by reserving your vehicle from Gen Mariano Escobedo Airport around three weeks ahead of your flight from YVR to Monterrey.
Best time to go to Monterrey
Visit Monterrey in peak season if you want a busy atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices are generally higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Vancouver International Airport to Monterrey in the low season when prices are cheaper and it's quieter.
Book a Vancouver International Airport to Monterrey plane ticket with a departure in August to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 22ºC (72ºF) to 37ºC (99ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from YVR to Monterrey in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 6ºC (43ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF) on average.
More about Monterrey
Start your Monterrey trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Vancouver International Airport to Monterrey, explore our range of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to figure out where to begin. Museo del Obispado, Parque Fundidora and Cerro de la Silla Park are leading attractions which should be on every Monterrey itinerary.
Explore more of Mexico
San Luis Potosi is just one of the many places in Mexico waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Monterrey. Around 402 kilometres away to the south, check out popular attractions including Tangamanga Park I, Plaza de Aranzazu and Cathedral of San Luis Potosi.
Around 467 kilometres south-west of Monterrey, Aguascalientes is another favourite stop in Mexico. Start your sightseeing at Templo de San Antonio, Museo Nacional de la Muerte and Jardin de San Marcos.