Sleeping in Airports

Monterrey Airport Guide

Whether you have a layover, overnight sleepover or you are just quickly passing through, our Monterrey Airport Guide is a great place to start planning your visit.  Here, you’ll find information on services and facilities available inside the airport – including details about airport lounges, WiFi, mobile charging points, lockers, 24-hour food options, nearby hotels, and everything in between.

I didn’t have to spend the night, but from what I could tell, it wouldn’t be that bad, at least as far as airports go. – Robert

MTY Airport Overview

Tmonterrey airport guideo help you plan your layover or overnight sleepover, here is a quick run-down about what to expect during your time at Monterrey International Airport.

What to Expect

Monterrey Airport (code: MTY) is spread across three terminals. The recently renovated Terminal A houses domestic flights in the North Concourse and international flights in the South Concourse. Terminal B is the newest building, and Terminal C serves mostly low-cost carriers. An underground walkway connects Terminals A and B, and a free shuttle bus connects all terminals landside from about 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM daily.

A number of restaurants, bars, and cafes are available, a few of which are open 24 hours! Mini-markets and convenience shops are also available. Free WiFi helps to pass the time. Economy class travellers who want more comfort during their layover can pay to enter a few airport lounges. See Airport Lounges in the guide below for locations and rates.

Sleeping in Monterrey Airport

We have received no recent sleep-related reviews, so we are unable to report on good sleep spots. A few nearby hotels  offer free shuttle service for guests. See Airport Hotels section below for more info or read some traveller airport reviews for more tips.

To help us keep this guide up-to-date, you can add or update information or write a review to submit airport tips and photos. You can also visit the airport’s web site for current information.  For more airport information continue scrolling down to explore more in our Monterrey Airport Guide.

In this guide we may refer to locations as “landside” and “airside”. Landside is the public area of the terminal located in the non-secure zone, before security. Airside is the secure area of the terminal that you must reach by going through security.  For more information on Europe’s Schengen Area, click here.

airport loungeAirport Lounges

Pay-per-use, Single Visit Passes & Lounge Memberships

If you are an economy class traveller, you can enter these lounges at Monterrey airport either by paying at the door, purchasing a lounge pass or through a lounge membership program. Visit the individual lounge page for more details about the lounge itself and to also find out how you can gain lounge access with just an economy class ticket!

Terminal A
  • Salón American Express Centurion Lounge – Location: Airside, Departure Level, Gate 4.  Lounge Access: American Express® Card Members • Lounge membership programs.
  • Salón Beyond Banamex Monterrey – Location: Between boarding Gates 4 and 7. Lounge Access: Banamex® Card Members • Lounge membership programs.
  • Oma Premium Lounge (Terminal A) – Location: Airside, near Gate 12. Lounge Access: Prepaid lounge pass • Lounge membership programs.
Terminal B
  • Aeromexico Salon Premier – Location: Airside, 2nd Floor, in front of Gate B10. Lounge Access: Pay at the Door with proof of Aeromexico ticket • Prepaid lounge pass • Lounge membership programs.
  • Salón American Express Centurion Lounge – Location: Airside, Mezzanine, located beside food court.  Lounge Access: American Express® Card Members • Lounge membership programs.
  • Oma Premium Lounge (Terminal B) – Location: Airside, 2nd Floor. Lounge Access: Prepaid lounge pass • Lounge membership programs.
  • Terraza Premier Aeromexico by Heineken – Location: Airside, 2nd Floor. Lounge Access: Lounge membership programs.
Terminal C

Related Pages: Monterrey Airport Lounges

airport hotelsAirport Hotels

If sleeping in the airport sounds like a nightmare, there are hotels near Monterrey Airport:

  • Hilton Garden Inn Monterrey Airport – The hotel is a 5 minute walk from the terminal. » Check Rates
  • Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Monterrey Apodaca Zona Airport  » Check Rates
  • Hampton Inn by Hilton Monterrey-Airport   » Check Rates
  • Ibis Monterrey Aeropuerto Hotel  » Check Rates

For more options, visit Tripadvisor to see a list of hotels near Monterrey Airport that can be sorted by price, distance, traveller rating and popularity.

wifiAirport WiFi / Internet

Free WiFi is available at Monterrey Airport. Connect to the “FreeWifi by Sitwifi” network.

airport infoMore Services, Facilities & Things To Do On A Layover At The Airport

ATMs / Cash Machines – Need cash? ATMs are available. Machines are operated by 10 different banks. Fees may apply, so be sure to check your bank’s fee schedule and your daily withdrawal limit if you are travelling internationally. You may also want to notify your bank of your travel plans. Locations: Available in all 3 terminals.

Currency Exchange – San Jorge provides currency exchange services. Locations: Terminal A and B. Hours: 6:00AM – 10:00PM.

Duty Free & Shopping – Dufry offers Duty Free shopping in three locations. In addition, you will find a variety of shops including mini-markets in each Terminal. The Hudson News in Terminal C (Landside) is open 24 hours.

Food & Drinks – There are 14 options to choose from. At the time of this update, there are no 24 hours dining options. Most of the stores open at 5:00AM to 11:30PM

Information Desk – Not available.

Luggage Storage & Lockers – Not available.

Luggage Wrapping – Protect your bags from theft and damage by having your bags wrapped in plastic. Hours: 2:00AM – 9:00PM.

Mobile Charging – A reviewer tells us that there are plenty of outlets for charging devices in Terminal A.

Pharmacy – Farmacias Benavides provides pharmacy services in all Terminals. Locations: Terminal A, Landside • Terminal B, Landside • Terminal C, Airside. Hours: 6:00AM – 10:00PM.

Rest Zones – There are no dedicated sleeping areas, quiet areas or rest zones. If this information has changed, click here to update this guide.

Shoeshine – Yes.

Showers – Not available.

SIM Cards – A reader has asked us to include where to buy SIM Cards. If you know, click here to update this airport guide.

airport hoursAirport Hours

The airport is open 24 hours.

airlinesAirlines

Monterrey airport is served by the following airlines: Aeromar • Aeroméxico • American Airlines • Copa Airlines • Delta Air Lines • Magnicharter • TAR • United Airlines • Viva Aerobus • Volaris.

transportationAirport Transportation: Getting To/From The Airport

Buses

The airport is connected to the public bus system providing connections to several destinations including Monterrey City. Tickets are available in Terminal A, Domestic Arrivals area and Terminal C, next to the main information counter.

Car Rentals

The following car rental agencies provided services in Terminal A, arrivals area: Alamo • Avis • Budget • Dollar • Europcar • Firefly • Fox • Hertz • National/Enterprise • Payless • Sixt • Thrifty.  Visit our travel partner at Tripadvisor to search for car rentals deals.

Hotel Shuttles

See also Airport Hotels above.

Inter-Terminal Transportation

Mini-buses run between Terminals A, B and C free of charge. The shuttle stops are located outside each terminal. Service Schedule: 5:00AM – 12:00AM.

Taxis

Taxis are readily available at the airport. Fares are based on zones. Purchase your tickets at the taxi kiosk outside the arrivals area in both Terminals A and C. Cash and credit cards are accepted.

Last updated: 2024-01-31

This guide is for informational purposes only to assist with your planning.  All information, including rates and hours, is subject to change at any time without notice.   The information in this airport guide is based on information collected and/or received from the airports, lounges, hotels, transportation providers, and their websites. We are not representatives of any of the above-mentioned service providers. To report errors or to add/update any items mentioned in the guide: update the airport guide or  write a review.