Flying from Monterrey to Vancouver: what you need to know
Planning your trip starts with working out where you'll fly out of in Monterrey. Gen Mariano Escobedo Airport (MTY) is the city's main base, so check out your options for reserving a flight from Monterrey to Vancouver taking off from here.
Vancouver has a range of airports you can jet into. Touch down at Vancouver International Airport (YVR), Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH) or Abbotsford Airport (YXX).
The timezone in Vancouver is UTC-7, which is one hour behind Monterrey.
To ensure you don't miss your Monterrey to Vancouver flight, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
You'll likely experience bigger queues during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
How to find the cheapest flights from Monterrey to Vancouver
Booking early is often the key to locking in a cheap Monterrey to Vancouver flight. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the nearer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend.
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Flying from Monterrey
Gen Mariano Escobedo Airport (MTY)
We make it a cinch to book a Monterrey to Vancouver flight with a stopover. To see your options departing from Gen Mariano Escobedo Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply select a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Top stopovers include:
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport (PVR)
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
Located around 23 kilometres from central Monterrey, MTY can be reached in about 35 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport is roughly 1 hour 45 minutes.
Have an early flight from Monterrey to Vancouver? Avoid rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays close to Gen Mariano Escobedo Airport:
68.87% of flights leaving from Gen Mariano Escobedo Airport land at their destination on time.
Arriving in Vancouver
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to central Vancouver takes about 25 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 11 kilometres away.
It typically takes 35 minutes to get there on public transport.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Monterrey to Vancouver, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these accommodation options near YVR:
Follow your own route with a Vancouver International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Routes Car Rentals, Thrifty or Avis and see more of Vancouver and beyond.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your vehicle from Vancouver International Airport about one week before your departure date.
Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH)
Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH) is about 0.80 kilometres from central Vancouver. Following your flight from Monterrey to Vancouver, it'll take you approximately 5 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
If you travel by public transport, the journey will take you 15 minutes or so.
There are some comfortable places to call home for the night near CXH. Tuck yourself in after your Monterrey to Vancouver flight at any of these perfectly located options:
Avoid filling out forms on the spot and save time at the rental desk by having everything prearranged. Secure your ride from CXH ahead of time so you can just grab the keys and get going.
Abbotsford Airport (YXX)
Abbotsford Airport (YXX) is roughly 64 kilometres from central Vancouver. It takes about 1 hour to get to the city centre in a cab or ride-share once you've stepped off your flight from Monterrey to Vancouver.
Public transport will take you there in roughly 1 hour 30 minutes.
Check in to a hotel close to YXX and get from baggage claim to your bed in a snap. Whether you're arriving on a late Monterrey to Vancouver flight or just want a stress-free arrival, these stays offer a quick route to a good night's sleep:
Put yourself in the driver's seat of the next part of your trip with an Abbotsford Airport rental car. Hertz, Thrifty and Enterprise are reliable rental providers.
If you're looking for a specific model or make, lock in your ride from YXX about one week before your flight from Monterrey to Vancouver. This gives you a higher chance of getting your preferred car, along with a better price.
Best time to go to Vancouver
May is the quietest month for flights from Monterrey to Vancouver, while August is the most popular. Work out the ideal time to visit Vancouver based on whether you want a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Book a Monterrey to Vancouver ticket departing in August if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Vancouver to range from 13ºC (55ºF) to 24ºC (75ºF).
December sees average temperatures of between -1ºC (30ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF). Look for cheap flights from Monterrey to Vancouver around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Vancouver
Once you've booked your flight from Monterrey to Vancouver, take your pick from prime hotels that put you close to the action. Make one of these options your base for exploring Vancouver:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be difficult to know where to begin. Stanley Park, Granville Island and Science World are popular attractions which should feature on every Vancouver itinerary.
Explore more of Canada
You've done Vancouver, now it's time to explore other parts of Canada. Journey around 32 kilometres south-east to Surrey to tick off its must-visit sights. From Senator Reid Park to Port Mann Park and Morgan Creek Park, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
If you're ready to explore another major stop in Canada, consider Victoria, roughly 97 kilometres south of Vancouver. Royal BC Museum, Craigdarroch Castle and Inner Harbour are among its highlights.