Air Travel Recommendation: Monterrey, NL to Athens, AL
- Transport Mode: Air Travel
- Companies: Aeroméxico, American Airlines, Delta Air Lines
- Duration: Approximately 11 hours (including layover)
- Distance: 3,600 miles (approximately 5,800 kilometers)
- Costs: Estimated total: 700 EUR (round trip, varies based on booking time and service class)
- Roads/Routes: Not applicable, as this segment is entirely by air
Pro Tip: For a more comfortable journey, consider upgrading to premium economy on Aeroméxico for more legroom and amenities.
If comfortable with layovers, book flights with longer connections in US hubs like Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) for potentially better prices and options.
Land Travel Recommendation (if desired): Monterrey, NL to Athens, AL
- Transport Mode: Road Trip
- Companies: Car Rental (e.g., Hertz, Enterprise, Sixt)
- Duration: Approximately 24 hours driving time (excluding breaks)
- Distance: Approximately 2,100 miles (3,400 kilometers)
- Costs: Estimated total: 400 EUR for rental (1 week), fuel: 200 EUR, total: 600 EUR
- Roads/Routes: Take Highway 85 North from Monterrey to Laredo, merge onto I-35 N in Texas, follow I-10 E to Birmingham, and then US-43 to Athens.
Pro Tip: Plan for overnight stops along your route, particularly near Houston and Birmingham, to break up the long drive and explore new locales.
While driving offers flexibility, be mindful of border crossing regulations and ensure all necessary documents are in order.