$19 Cheap Flights to Monterey, CA

Schedule your trip for December if you're looking for a good price on your fare. It's the cheapest month to fly to Monterey. Try to avoid traveling during peak periods such as major public holidays or during big events.

Los Angeles, San Diego and New York usually have cheap flights to Monterey. Remember that fares may vary based on factors like demand, holiday periods and number of stopovers.

You can fly to Monterey without any stops from 64 US cities. To find a nonstop route, use the "Direct flights only" filter when organizing your flights to Monterey on Expedia. Then, compare the options and pick the best departure out of any of these cities:

• Los Angeles
• San Diego
• New York
• Seattle
• Las Vegas

Book well in advance or search for a cheap flight to Monterey during off-peak months like December and January. Leaving on a Thursday can also save you an average of 16% compared to a Sunday flight.* The Expedia app makes it even easier to know exactly when to book. Just activate the toggle for "Watch prices" and you'll receive a notification when fares drop.

*Best day of the week to book, depart and ideal booking window recommendations based on average round-trip ticket prices for January through August 2023, sourced from Airline Reporting Corporation's (ARC) global airline sales database. Percentages noted are averages.

While booking in advance is typically the best way to save money, don't worry if your Monterey trip is last minute. You can still get cheap flights to Monterey, especially if your plans have a little wiggle room. Try changing your travel dates, looking at different ticket options or flying out of another hub.

Lock in your flight to Monterey two to four months ahead if you're visiting from an international destination. For domestic travel, the timeframe is around 28 days in advance. Better deals and a greater choice of departure dates, schedules and seating options are just some of the advantages of booking early.*

*Best day of the week to book, depart and ideal booking window recommendations based on average round-trip ticket prices for January through August 2023, sourced from Airline Reporting Corporation's (ARC) global airline sales database. Percentages noted are averages.

Generally, you can find cheap flights to Monterey on Sundays. You'll save about 8% on average compared to booking on a Friday, which is often the most expensive day for tickets.*

*Best day of the week to book, depart and ideal booking window recommendations based on average round-trip ticket prices for January through August 2023, sourced from Airline Reporting Corporation's (ARC) global airline sales database. Percentages noted are averages.

Monterey is connected to 26 airports worldwide through 9 airlines, with Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) as its primary gateway. Pick from these leading airlines to Monterey when organizing your journey:

• Delta Air Lines
• Alaska Airlines
• American Airlines
• United Airlines

Monterey's main gateway is Monterey Peninsula Airport (MRY). If you're looking for some nearby alternatives when flying to Monterey, consider San Jose, CA (RHV-Reid Hillview), Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) or Marina Municipal Airport (OAR). It's also possible to fly to Monterey through Salinas Municipal Airport (SNS).

Arriving at Monterey Peninsula Airport (MRY) puts you approximately 2 mi east of central Monterey.

Book a Monterey flight and hotel package deal on Expedia, and you can enjoy significant savings. It's a breeze to bundle your accommodations and flights, and you can also add car rentals and activities to create your own customized Monterey trip. Plus, there's nothing like the convenience of booking everything in one place.

It's usually possible to cancel or change your flight to Monterey. Many airlines let you cancel your ticket for free within 24 hours of making your booking. However, some flights are non-refundable, and airlines may issue you credit for future travel instead of a direct refund. To reserve affordable flights to Monterey with flexible change policies, check the "No cancel fee" or "Changes included" filters when you search. Need more information? Go to our Customer Service Portal.