How to travel from Monterrey to Cozumel, Mexico
The distance between Monterrey and Cozumel is around 1,497km (930 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 3h 50m.
6 routes found
We've found 6 different ways to get from Monterrey to Cozumel by plane, helicopter, bus, ferry and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.
👋 Also check out Cozumel → Monterrey if you're planning a return trip.
Fly
Fly from Monterrey (MTY) to Cozumel (CZM).
- Duration3h 50m
- Flight time2h 35m
- Typical costMX$3,430($165)
Viva Aerobus
+ 3 others1 similiar route
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Bus and Ferry
Take the bus to Acayucan then Tulum and then to Playa del Carmen then take a ferry to Cozumel.
- Duration1 day 9h
- Departsonce daily
- Typical costMX$1,570($75)
Multiple operators
1 similiar route
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Bus and Helicopter
Take the bus to Cárdenas and then to Villahermosa Airport then jump in a helicopter to Cancún International Airport and then to Cozumel Airport.
- Duration1 day 2h
- Departsonce daily
- Typical costMX$96,620($4,620)
Multiple operators
Car and Ferry
Drive to Calica then take a ferry to Cozumel.
- Duration1 day 5h
- Departsonce daily
- Typical costMX$4,620($220)
Multiple operators
Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Monterrey and Cozumel
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Monterrey to Cozumel by plane, helicopter, bus, ferry and car. The cheapest option is to take the bus and then take a ferry which costs around MX$1,570 ($75) and will take around 1 day 9h. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 3h 50m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately MX$3,430 ($165).
The distance between Monterrey and Cozumel is around 1,497km (930 miles).
It takes around 3h 50m to get from Monterrey and Cozumel by plane.
The quickest way to get from Monterrey to Cozumel is to fly which takes around 3h 50m and will set you back approx MX$3,430 ($165).
The cheapest way to travel between Monterrey and Cozumel is to take the bus and then take a ferry which will typically cost around MX$1,570 ($75) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
There is no train service that runs between Monterrey and Cozumel. We recommend that you fly from Monterrey (MTY) to Cozumel (CZM). instead which will take 3h 50m.
Bus travel
Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Monterrey and Cozumel. We recommend that you fly from Monterrey (MTY) to Cozumel (CZM). instead which will take 3h 50m.
Flights and Airlines
Yes you can fly from Monterrey and Cozumel. Flights depart from Monterrey (MTY) and arrive at Cozumel (CZM). The flight takes around 2h 35m.
Yes there is a direct flight between Monterrey and Cozumel with no stop-overs required. Flights typically take around 2h 35m.
Viva Aerobus, Volaris, United Airlines and American Airlines fly between Monterrey and Cozumel. Flights depart from Monterrey (MTY) and and arrive into Cozumel (CZM). These flights usually take around 2h 35m.
The flight from Monterrey to Cozumel typically takes around 2h 35m. Flights depart from Monterrey (MTY) and and arrive into Cozumel (CZM).
The closest major airport to Cozumel is Cozumel International Airport (CZM) (CZM) which is approximately 9km (6 miles) from Cozumel. Cancún International Airport (CUN) (CUN) and Chetumal International Airport (CTM) (CTM) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.
Drive yourself
No, its not really possible or feasible to drive from Monterrey to Cozumel. We recommend that you fly from Monterrey (MTY) to Cozumel (CZM). instead which will take 3h 50m.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Monterrey to Cozumel is to fly which takes, on average, 3h 50m and will usually cost around MX$3,430 ($165).
Compare travel optionsbetween Monterrey and Cozumel
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Fly + 1 similar | 3h 50m | MX$3,430($165) | hourly | 1,497km (930 miles) |
| Plane and Helicopter | 4h 5m | MX$11,750($560) | hourly | 1,535km (954 miles) |
Bus and Ferry + 1 similar | 1 day 9h | MX$1,570($75) | once daily | 2,325km (1,445 miles) |
| Bus to Puebla, ferry | 1 day 16h | MX$2,950($140) | twice a week | 2,546km (1,582 miles) |
Bus and Helicopter | 1 day 2h | MX$96,620($4,620) | once daily | 2,223km (1,381 miles) |
Car and Ferry | 1 day 5h | MX$4,620($220) | once daily | 2,286km (1,421 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Monterrey and Cozumel
Bus companies
Turistab
ADO
Tours Acosta
Turismo y Excursiones Alianza
Transporte Foráneo Cancún-Playa del Carmen
helicopters
Holbox Collection
Airlines
Viva Aerobus
Volaris
United Airlines
American Airlines
Ferry operators
Winjet
Ultramar Ferry
Airports near Cozumel
The following major airports near Cozumel offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Mexico and internationally.
Cozumel International Airport (CZM)
- Distance
- 9km (6 miles) from Cozumel
Cancún International Airport (CUN)
- Distance
- 68km (42 miles) from Cozumel
Chetumal International Airport (CTM)
- Distance
- 260km (162 miles) from Cozumel