Flying from Metropolitan Oakland International Airport (OAK) to Monterrey: what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Metropolitan Oakland International Airport to Monterrey and you'll be in the air for an average of 3 hours 50 minutes.
Metropolitan Oakland International Airport is located in Oakland. Following the UTC-6 timezone, Monterrey is one hour ahead of Oakland.
Metropolitan Oakland International Airport (OAK) to Gen Mariano Escobedo Airport (MTY) is the most popular route, with five departures a week to pick from. You can travel from OAK to MTY at 12:40 with VivaAerobus.
For hassle-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This leaves you with plenty of time to catch your OAK to Monterrey flight.
Delays at security and check-in are more likely if you're heading away during high season, so give yourself even more breathing space. A good general rule for peak periods? Arrive up to four hours early for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
Direct Metropolitan Oakland International Airport to Monterrey tickets are available for booking. Gen Mariano Escobedo Airport (MTY) is where you'll complete your journey.
Book your favourite seat with Volaris. This well-known carrier offers direct flights from Metropolitan Oakland International Airport to Monterrey.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially land a cheaper flight ticket from OAK to Monterrey. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search. Take a detour (and maybe pocket some savings) by stopping at one of these connection hubs:
Denver International Airport (DEN)
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) (LAS)
Located around 11 kilometres from the centre of Oakland, OAK can be reached in about 15 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport will take roughly 40 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Metropolitan Oakland International Airport to Monterrey? Avoid rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays near OAK:
83.61% of flights leaving Metropolitan Oakland International Airport land at their destination on schedule. Given its solid on-time performance, you're unlikely to face delays when flying out of OAK.
You'll find OAK at 1 Airport Drive.
How to find the cheapest flights from Metropolitan Oakland International Airport (OAK) to Monterrey
ج.م. 4,634 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Metropolitan Oakland International Airport to Monterrey flight. A return flight ticket right now is ج.م. 12,507. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares could change.
Get cheap flights from OAK to Monterrey by booking two months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.
The best month for picking up cheap Metropolitan Oakland International Airport to Monterrey tickets is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then select the dates with the lowest fares.
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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'll take you around 35 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Travelling on public transport takes around 1 hour 45 minutes.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Metropolitan Oakland International Airport to Monterrey, nothing beats 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 hotels near MTY:
Grab a Gen Mariano Escobedo Airport rental car and explore Monterrey and beyond with your own wheels. America, MEX and Europcar are popular outlets to choose from here.
Lock in the best deal by booking your ride from Gen Mariano Escobedo Airport around three weeks before your flight from OAK to Monterrey.
Best time to go to Monterrey
Plan your trip to Monterrey in high season if you prefer a busy atmosphere, but remember that prices are typically higher. Alternatively, book flights from Metropolitan Oakland International Airport to Monterrey in the low season when prices are cheaper and it's not as busy.
Book a Metropolitan Oakland International Airport to Monterrey flight ticket with a departure in August to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 22ºC to 37ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from OAK to Monterrey in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 6ºC and 23ºC on average.
More about Monterrey
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Monterrey right here. Check out these hotels as soon as you've locked in your flight from Metropolitan Oakland International Airport to Monterrey:
Every great adventure has to include some sightseeing. Museo del Obispado, Parque Fundidora and Cerro de la Silla Park are must-do's during your Monterrey adventure.
Explore more of Mexico
Monterrey will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other parts of Mexico you should also see. Around 402 kilometres south of Monterrey, a visit to San Luis Potosi will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with attractions like Tangamanga Park I, Plaza de Aranzazu and Cathedral of San Luis Potosi.
If you're interested in discovering another major destination in Mexico, head for Aguascalientes, about 467 kilometres south-west of Monterrey. Templo de San Antonio, Museo Nacional de la Muerte and Jardin de San Marcos are highlights.
