Monterrey to Amarillo flights
Amarillo lies 1,070 km (665 mi) north of Monterrey, +1 h on the clock. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 2 h 7 min gate to gate, based on the distance and typical cruise speed with taxi and climb allowed for; connecting itineraries add the layover on top.
| Monterrey | Amarillo | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Mexico | United States |
| Population | 1.1 million | 198,645 |
| Elevation | 560 m (1,837 ft) | 1,124 m (3,688 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-6 (America/Monterrey) | UTC-5 (America/Chicago) |
| Nearest large airport | MTY, 24 km out | AMA, 11 km out |
| Postal codes | 21913–95858 | 79101–79189 |
Clocks in Amarillo are 1 h ahead of Monterrey right now, so a 2 h 7 min journey lands 3 h 7 min later by the destination clock.
What changes when you arrive in Amarillo
Crossing from Mexico into United States: money changes from the Peso to the Dollar (USD); the dialling code becomes +1; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q533806.
Airports at each end
Leaving Monterrey
Monterrey is served by 2 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Monterrey International Airport (MTY), 24 km (15 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 9,843 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft. The alternatives are Plan de Guadalupe International Airport (SLW, 63 km).
Arriving in Amarillo
Amarillo is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Rick Husband Amarillo International Airport (AMA), 11 km (7 mi) from the centre, whose 13,502-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rick Husband Amarillo International Airport (regional) | AMA | 11 km (7 mi) | 13,502 ft | 3,607 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Amarillo from Monterrey?
1,070 km (665 mi) in a straight line, north of Monterrey.
How long does it take to get from Monterrey to Amarillo by air?
About 2 h 7 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Monterrey and Amarillo?
Amarillo is 1 h ahead at the moment (America/Chicago against America/Monterrey).
Which airports are used for Monterrey to Amarillo flights?
Typically Monterrey International Airport (MTY) to Rick Husband Amarillo International Airport (AMA).
What currency do I need in Amarillo?
The Dollar (USD).
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.