Travelling from Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC) to Monterrey: what you need to know
The timezone in Monterrey is UTC-6. The city is seven hours behind Munich, where Franz Josef Strauss Airport is located.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. That way, you won't have to rush to catch your MUC to Monterrey flight.
Heading away during a peak time like public or school holidays? Expect longer queues at check-in and security. To play it safe, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to take a break from travelling and maybe even explore a different city. When searching for flight tickets from MUC to Monterrey, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Popular options include:
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
MUC is around 29 kilometres from central Munich. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 40 minutes.
Want an easy start to your travels? Stay near MUC. Whether you're taking an early flight from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Monterrey or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
When it comes to Franz Josef Strauss Airport's on-time performance, data shows 71.34% of flights complete their journey on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC) to Monterrey
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Monterrey flight is ر.ق. 1,678. The cheapest price for a return flight is ر.ق. 3,116. Bear in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to land cheap flights from MUC to Monterrey if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird rates.
If you can be flexible with your travel dates, check out the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the lowest price across every month when searching for a Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Monterrey ticket.
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Airports in Monterrey
Gen Mariano Escobedo Airport (MTY)
The distance from Gen Mariano Escobedo Airport (MTY) to central Monterrey is roughly 31 kilometres. It takes about 35 minutes to reach the centre driving.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 45 minutes.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Monterrey, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these accommodation options near MTY:
Pick up a Gen Mariano Escobedo Airport rental car and explore Monterrey and beyond with your own set of wheels. America, MEX and Europcar are well-known companies to choose from here.
Get the best deal by reserving your vehicle from Gen Mariano Escobedo Airport around three weeks in advance of your flight from MUC to Monterrey.
Best time to go to Monterrey
Before booking your flights from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Monterrey, consider which time of year is best for you. High season in Monterrey offers a lively atmosphere and plenty of things to do, while low season brings cheaper hotel deals and fewer crowds.
Book a Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Monterrey flight ticket with a departure in August if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 22ºC to 37ºC.
January has average temperatures of between 6ºC and 23ºC. Search for a cheap ticket from MUC to Monterrey around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Monterrey
Once you've booked your flight from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Monterrey, choose a hotel that puts you right where the action is. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Monterrey:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be tricky to work out where to start. Museo del Obispado, Parque Fundidora and Cerro de la Silla Park are top attractions which should feature on any good Monterrey itinerary.
Explore more of Mexico
San Luis Potosi is just one of the many places in Mexico waiting to be explored 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 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.
