Find Award Flights to Monterrey

Flying to Monterrey on Points & Miles

Aeropuerto Internacional de Monterrey (MTY) is Mexico's second-busiest airport for domestic traffic and a major gateway to northern Mexico, handling over 12 million passengers annually. MTY offers nonstop service to major U.S. cities including Houston, Dallas, Chicago, and Los Angeles, with Aeroméxico and VivaAerobus operating the majority of flights.

Monterrey's proximity to the U.S. border and its role as Mexico's industrial capital drive strong air connectivity, particularly to Texas hubs, making it accessible for award travel from across North America.

Best Loyalty Programs for Flights to Monterrey

• United MileagePlus operates nonstop flights to MTY from Houston (IAH), making it one of the most convenient options for reaching Monterrey. United's extensive U.S. and international network provides strong connecting options through IAH. Star Alliance partners add further routing flexibility.
• American AAdvantage connects to MTY with nonstop service from Dallas (DFW) and other U.S. hubs. AAdvantage also provides access to oneworld partners for international connections.
• Aeroméxico Rewards offers extensive domestic service from MTY, including frequent flights to Mexico City (MEX) and connections throughout Mexico. As a SkyTeam member, Aeroméxico provides connecting options to Europe and Asia through MEX.
• Delta SkyMiles connects to MTY through its U.S. hubs and via codeshare with Aeroméxico. SkyMiles uses dynamic pricing.
• Air France-KLM Flying Blue prices SkyTeam awards on Aeroméxico and Delta flights to MTY competitively. Monthly Promo Rewards can offer discounts of up to 50%.
• Aeroplan and LifeMiles offer fixed-rate Star Alliance redemptions through United's Houston hub, often at lower prices than MileagePlus dynamic pricing.

Award Availability Tips for Monterrey

MTY's strong U.S. connectivity, particularly to Texas, creates solid award options:

• Route through Houston or Dallas. These are the two most frequent nonstop connections to MTY from the U.S. For international travelers, connecting through Houston (IAH) on United or Dallas (DFW) on American provides the best options. Use AwardFares to compare across programs.
• Book through Flying Blue for SkyTeam flights. Air France-KLM Flying Blue consistently offers the best pricing on Aeroméxico and Delta flights to MTY.
• Use Star Alliance partner programs. When MileagePlus dynamic pricing is high, Aeroplan and LifeMiles can price the same United flights to MTY at fixed, lower rates.
• Connect through Mexico City. Aeroméxico's frequent MEX–MTY service makes connecting through Mexico City a viable option for travelers arriving on long-haul SkyTeam flights from Europe or Asia.
• Target off-peak months. May through June and September through November offer the best award availability. Christmas/New Year and Semana Santa (Easter week) see the highest demand.

FIFA World Cup 2026 in Monterrey

Estadio BBVA (home of C.F. Monterrey, also known as Rayados) will host matches during the 2026 FIFA World Cup, including Group Stage and Round of 32 games. The modern 53,500-seat stadium is located in the Guadalupe district of the Monterrey metropolitan area.

Expect award availability to tighten around match dates in June and July 2026, particularly on routes from the United States and within Mexico. MTY's strong connectivity to Houston and Dallas gives U.S.-based fans direct access, while international travelers can connect through these Texas hubs.

Setting up alerts on AwardFares well in advance is the best strategy for securing seats. For international fans, routing through Houston (IAH) via United, Dallas (DFW) via American, or Mexico City (MEX) via Aeroméxico for connecting flights from Europe and Asia are the strongest options.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best loyalty program for flights to Monterrey?

United MileagePlus offers the strongest direct service from Houston, while American AAdvantage is best for flights from Dallas. For better value on SkyTeam flights, Air France-KLM Flying Blue often undercuts Aeroméxico Rewards and SkyMiles pricing.

How many miles do I need to fly to Monterrey?

Economy awards from the United States to MTY typically cost 15,000–30,000 miles one-way depending on the program and departure city. Business class ranges from 25,000 miles (Flying Blue Promo Rewards) to 60,000+ miles. International connections through U.S. hubs typically cost 60,000–90,000 miles in business class.

When should I book award flights to Monterrey?

Book 2–3 months ahead for economy flights from the U.S. and 4–6 months ahead for peak travel periods. United and American release award seats approximately 330 days before departure.

Which airports serve Monterrey?

Monterrey is served by Aeropuerto Internacional de Monterrey General Mariano Escobedo (MTY), located approximately 24 km northeast of downtown Monterrey in the municipality of Apodaca. The airport has two terminals and is accessible by taxi, ride-share, and bus service.