Airport Comparison
| MTY | TPE | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | General Mariano Escobedo International Airport | Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport |
| IATA Code | MTY | TPE |
| ICAO Code | MMMY | RCTP |
| City | Monterrey | Taipei |
| Country | Mexico | Taiwan |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City | Asia/Taipei |
| Elevation | 1,278 ft | 106 ft |
| Coordinates | 25.780000, -100.110000 | 25.080000, 121.230000 |
Monterrey (MTY) to Taipei (TPE) Flight Distance
The flight distance from General Mariano Escobedo International Airport (MTY) in Monterrey, Mexico to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) in Taipei, Taiwan is 12,825 kilometers (7,969 miles / 6,925 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying northwest at a heading of 319°.
This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.
This is an international route connecting Mexico with Taiwan. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 01:35 in Monterrey, it's 15:35 in Taipei. With a 14-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.
There is a significant elevation difference of 1,172 feet between the two airports. Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport sits lower than General Mariano Escobedo International Airport.
The return flight from Taipei (TPE) to Monterrey (MTY) follows a heading of 41° (northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the General Mariano Escobedo International Airport (MTY) and Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.