Direct (nonstop) flights from Monterrey to Mexicali

2 airlines fly nonstop from Monterrey International Airport (MTY) to General Rodolfo Sanchez Taboada International (MXL). It's 1,027 miles (1,653 km), about 2h 44m in the air. Operated by VivaAerobus, Volaris.

MTY
Monterrey International Airport
🇲🇽 Monterrey, Mexico
MXL
General Rodolfo Sanchez Taboada International
🇲🇽 Mexicali, Mexico
Flight Time
2h 44m
Distance
1,027 mi
1,653 km
CO₂/pax
174 kg
−47 kg vs. layover
Airlines
2
VivaAerobus +1
Time Diff
-1h
Operated by VivaAerobus VivaAerobus Volaris Volaris

Route data last updated: May 26, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

VivaAerobus VB VivaAerobus
Route
MTY → MXL
Flight Time
2h 44m
Distance
1,027 mi
Volaris Y4 Volaris
Route
MTY → MXL
Flight Time
2h 44m
Distance
1,027 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Monterrey to Mexicali with one stop · direct emits 174 kg CO₂ per passenger

MTY HMO (Hermosillo) MXL
Leg 1: 2h 5m (709 mi) Leg 2: 1h 12m (349 mi) Total: ~3h 17m 🍃 221 kg CO₂ (+27% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MTY → HMO
2h 5m · 709 mi
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Leg 2
HMO → MXL
1h 12m · 349 mi
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MTY LMM (Los Mochis) MXL
Leg 1: 1h 50m (559 mi) Leg 2: 1h 43m (606 mi) Total: ~3h 33m 🍃 240 kg CO₂ (+38% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MTY → LMM
1h 50m · 559 mi
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Leg 2
LMM → MXL
1h 43m · 606 mi
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MTY CUL (Culiacan) MXL
Leg 1: 1h 35m (465 mi) Leg 2: 2h 2m (718 mi) Total: ~3h 37m 🍃 244 kg CO₂ (+40% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MTY → CUL
1h 35m · 465 mi
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Leg 2
CUL → MXL
2h 2m · 718 mi
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MTY SJD (San Jose Cabo) MXL
Leg 1: 2h (631 mi) Leg 2: 2h 2m (734 mi) Total: ~4h 2m 🍃 278 kg CO₂ (+60% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MTY → SJD
2h · 631 mi
View MTY to SJD flights →
Leg 2
SJD → MXL
2h 2m · 734 mi
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MTY BJX (Leon/Guanajuato) MXL
Leg 1: 1h 11m (340 mi) Leg 2: 3h 2m (1,166 mi) Total: ~4h 13m 🍃 285 kg CO₂ (+64% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MTY → BJX
1h 11m · 340 mi
View MTY to BJX flights →
Leg 2
BJX → MXL
3h 2m · 1,166 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Monterrey to Mexicali?

A nonstop flight from Monterrey (MTY) to Mexicali (MXL) takes approximately 2 hours and 44 minutes. The distance is 1,027 miles (1,653 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Monterrey to Mexicali?

2 airlines: VivaAerobus, Volaris.

Is there a nonstop flight from Monterrey to Mexicali?

Yes. 2 airlines: VivaAerobus, Volaris.

How far is Monterrey from Mexicali?

The flight distance from Monterrey to Mexicali is 1,027 miles (1,653 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as New York to Miami.

What type of aircraft flies from Monterrey to Mexicali?

At 2h 44m, this route typically uses narrow-body or mid-range jets — Boeing 737 MAX or Airbus A320neo. Varies by airline.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Monterrey to Mexicali?

Roughly 174 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 870 km.

Is the return flight from Mexicali to Monterrey also nonstop?

Yes — nonstop flights run both ways. Flight time may differ slightly due to wind patterns.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Monterrey to Mexicali?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. 3-6 weeks ahead is a good window for this route. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at Monterrey International Airport for this flight?

1.5-2 hours for domestic. Add more time during holidays or busy travel weekends.