# MTY — Monterrey (Monterrey–General Mariano Escobedo International)

> MTY (Monterrey–General Mariano Escobedo International) is the main international airport serving Monterrey, Mexico. Source: https://www.airportexit.com/airports/mty-monterrey

## At a glance

- **Best exit method:** Use authorized taxi from the desk, or walk to the Uber/Didi zone
- **Typical fare:** MX$400–MX$700
- **Journey time:** 25–40 min to centro/San Pedro
- **Pickup point:** Authorized taxi desk in Arrivals; rideshare in designated zone
- **Key warning:** Ignore men inside terminal offering rides — use the official desk only
- **Fare reality (MTY → San Pedro):** expected MX$400–MX$700 · concerning MX$1,200+ · likely scam MX$1,500+ unauthorized
- **Overall risk:** medium — Official authorized taxis (Taxis Autorizados) safe; unauthorized drivers approach in Arrivals. Uber/Didi work but pickup zone is offsite.
- **Last updated:** June 2026 (high confidence)

## Ways out of MTY, ranked

1. **Uber / Didi** _(recommended)_ — cost MX$300–MX$500, journey 25–40 min, wait 3–10 min, payment Card.
   - Pros: Cheaper; Tracked
   - Cons: Pickup zone walk
2. **Authorized taxi (fixed-fare)** _(recommended)_ — cost MX$400–MX$700, journey 25–40 min, wait Immediate, payment Card & Cash.
   - Pros: Regulated; Easy
   - Cons: Pricier than app
3. **Bus 202 / Transmetro** — cost MX$15–MX$40, journey 60–90 min, wait Every 30 min, payment Card & Cash.
   - Pros: Cheapest
   - Cons: Slow; Multiple transfers
4. **Unauthorized 'taxi' inside terminal** — cost MX$1,000–MX$2,000, journey 25–40 min, wait Immediate, payment Cash.
   - Cons: Severe overcharge; Unregulated

## First 30 minutes after landing at MTY

1. Clear immigration
2. Collect bags, clear customs
3. Walk to authorized taxi desk in Arrivals for fixed-rate voucher
4. Or follow signs to rideshare pickup zone
5. Confirm plate matches app
6. Total to San Pedro: 25–40 min

## Common scams at MTY

- **Unauthorized terminal taxi** (medium risk): Men in suits approach 'Taxi señor?' inside Arrivals and walk you to unmarked cars. _How to avoid:_ Only book at the authorized desk or via app.

## Payment warnings at MTY

- Most accept card; carry MX$ for bus

## Arrival checklist for MTY

- Uber/Didi installed
- Hotel address with district
- Authorized desk location noted

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Last updated: June 2026

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