Flying from Monterrey to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX): what you need to know
Monterrey's main base, Gen Mariano Escobedo Airport (MTY), is where plenty of awesome adventures begin. Explore your departure choices from here for your flight from Monterrey to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX).
Take a direct flight from Monterrey to Los Angeles International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 3 hours 15 minutes.
The timezone in Los Angeles is UTC-7, which is 1 hour behind Monterrey. Los Angeles International Airport is located in Los Angeles.
The most popular route is from Gen Mariano Escobedo Airport (MTY) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), with 3 direct weekly services. If you'd like to get going as soon as possible, the earliest flight from MTY to LAX is the 11:25 Viva Aerobus service. If you prefer to travel later, the last departure is at 11:30 with Viva Aerobus.
Leave enough time to get on your flight from Monterrey to LAX. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights when you fly during peak periods in general.
Airports in Monterrey
Gen Mariano Escobedo Airport (MTY)
You can find a direct flight from Monterrey to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) out of Gen Mariano Escobedo Airport (MTY).
Viva Aerobus is a well-known carrier that operates direct flights from Monterrey to Los Angeles International Airport jetting out of MTY.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially save money on your flight from Monterrey to LAX. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Gen Mariano Escobedo Airport (MTY). Take a pause at one of these airports:
Los Cabos International Airport (SJD)
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX)
Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport (GDL)
MTY is approximately 31 kilometres from the centre of Monterrey. To help you work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This useful travel app will give you the best route and available public transport options.
Booked an early flight from Monterrey to Los Angeles International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels close to Gen Mariano Escobedo Airport:
About Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Reserve a hotel near LAX if you're catching a late flight from Monterrey to Los Angeles International Airport. Check in to one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to central Los Angeles
From Los Angeles International Airport, Los Angeles is approximately 32 kilometres away. It takes around 32 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It'll take around 54 minutes to get there using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Monterrey to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Pick up a one-way ticket from Monterrey to Los Angeles International Airport from $204 or travel return from just $335. The prices shown are based on availability and could change when you book.
It's best to book 9 months before your departure date. Flight price data suggests you're more likely to score flight tickets from Monterrey to LAX within that timeframe.
Organise your trip for June. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Monterrey to Los Angeles International Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the best price across each month.
Create a Price Alert and keep track of changes on this route through push notifications or email. You'll be the first to know when prices drop. Good timing makes all the difference when searching for flight tickets from Monterrey to LAX.
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The best time to fly from Monterrey to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Monterrey to Los Angeles International Airport. July is the most popular month to travel to Los Angeles. If you prefer a quieter vibe, go in May.
Think about the kind of weather that'll work with your plans for Los Angeles. August is known as the warmest month. Book your flights from Monterrey to LAX sometime then and you can expect temperatures of between 16ºC and 32ºC.
Visit in February if you want to explore when it's cooler. Average temperatures range between 6ºC and 26ºC. However, this destination delivers on a good time whenever you book your cheap flights from Monterrey to Los Angeles International Airport.
More about Los Angeles
Start your Los Angeles trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Monterrey to Los Angeles International Airport, explore our range of accommodation options including:
Griffith Observatory and The Broad are a couple of popular attractions to put on your Los Angeles itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out La Brea Tar Pits & Museum.
Complete your Los Angeles trip with a car rental
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