The 2026 FIFA World Cup is getting closer and closer, and Monterrey Airport’s TUA is aware of this.
Now, the controversy revolves around the Monterrey Mariano Escobedo International Airport, whose Airport Use Fee (TUA) has become one of the most expensive in the country… and the world.
According to an analysis by the federal authority, the domestic TUA charge in Monterrey increased considerably between 2018 and 2025.
During that period, it went from $375 pesos to $601 pesos per passenger, representing an increase of 60.27%, well above the cumulative inflation rate, which was close to 38%.
The increase is not limited to domestic flights. In the case of international flights, the TUA rose from $42 in 2018 to $58 in 2025, further increasing the cost of traveling from the city.
How different is the TUA in Monterrey from other airports?
Today, the TUA at Monterrey Airport already exceeds that of other key airports in Mexico, including the other two that will host World Cup matches:
Mexico City International Airport
- Domestic: $547 pesos
- International: $56 USD
Felipe Ángeles International Airport (AIFA)
- Domestic: $267 pesos
- International: $27 USD
Guadalajara Airport
- Domestic: $539 pesos
- International: $59
This confirms that Monterrey has one of the highest fees in the country, a situation that has led many travelers to seek flights with stopovers or departures from other airports to reduce costs.
The TUA is a mandatory charge for the use of airport facilities and finances services such as security, maintenance, waiting rooms, runways, and general operations.
In Mexico, this charge is already included in the final ticket price and varies depending on the airport and type of flight.
As fares continue to rise and construction continues through 2026, the perception among users is clear: flying from Monterrey is increasingly becoming a luxury.