Monterey

$130+ Cheap flights from Irvine, CA to Monterey (MRY)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 1/15. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — MRY
Dec 23 — Dec 301
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The best prices from Irvine to Monterey Regional are usually found in January or December, booked 75 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Friday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Irvine to Monterey

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Irvine (IR9) to Monterey (MRY). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated December 18, 2024.

Round-trip from

$187
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$130
(Alaska Airlines)

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$267
From Irvine to Monterey Regional
One-way flight from Irvine to Monterey Regional
High demand for flights, 8% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 1% potential price drop
Average for round-trip flights in December 2024

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Cheapest flights from Irvine to Monterey
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Irvine to Monterey. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 18, 2024.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/267:30 pmLAX - MRY
Nonstop1h 22mUnited Airlines
Sun 12/297:05 amMRY - LAX
Nonstop1h 27mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/17$199
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/297:13 pmLAX - MRY
1 stop14h 14mAmerican Airlines
Wed 1/14:26 pmMRY - LAX
1 stop16h 29mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/16$570
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/294:46 pmLAX - MRY
2 stops21h 38mAlaska Airlines
Wed 1/111:00 amMRY - LAX
1 stop11h 47mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 12/16$635

Find flights from Irvine to Monterey within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Irvine to Monterey that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated December 18, 2024.

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Los Angeles

Fri 1/31

4:18 pm-9:19 pm

1 stop5h 01m

Monterey Regional

Mon 2/3

10:09 pm-10:14 pm

2 stops24h 05m

$187

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LAX - MRY

LAXMRY

Los Angeles

Fri 1/31

7:30 pm-8:52 pm

Nonstop1h 22m

Monterey Regional

Mon 2/3

7:54 am-12:41 pm

1 stop4h 47m

$189

Los AngelesMonterey

LAX - MRY

LAXMRY

Los Angeles

Sat 1/18

12:24 pm-10:30 pm

2 stops10h 06m

Monterey Regional

Wed 1/22

6:00 am-5:56 pm

2 stops11h 56m

$272

Los AngelesMonterey

LAX - MRY

LAXMRY

Los Angeles

Tue 2/18

9:30 am-6:36 pm

2 stops9h 06m

Monterey Regional

Sat 2/22

6:00 am-3:25 pm

1 stop9h 25m

$427

Los AngelesMonterey

LAX - MRY

LAXMRY

Los Angeles

Wed 1/15

1:08 pm-10:30 pm

2 stops9h 22m

$130

Los AngelesMonterey

LAX - MRY

LAXMRY

Los Angeles

Sat 1/18

9:45 am-6:30 pm

1 stop8h 45m

$153

Los AngelesMonterey

LAX - MRY

LAXMRY

Los Angeles

Tue 1/7

7:30 pm-8:52 pm

Nonstop1h 22m

$224

Los AngelesMonterey

LAX - MRY

LAXMRY

Los Angeles

Thu 12/26

11:55 pm-1:42 pm

2 stops13h 47m

$362

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Deals found on 12/16

Best time to book a flight from Irvine to Monterey

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Travel insights for flights from Irvine to Monterey

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How far ahead should I book a flight from Irvine to Monterey?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Irvine to Monterey. Price data was last updated on December 13, 2024.

The best time to book flights from Irvine to Monterey is 75 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Irvine to Monterey?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Irvine to Monterey (average of $376). Flying from Irvine to Monterey in June is currently the most expensive (average of $513). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from IR9 to MRY?

Find hourly flight availability from Irvine to Monterey. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 18, 2024.

When flying from Irvine to Monterey, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Irvine to Monterey?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Irvine to Monterey. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Irvine to Monterey flight should consider departing on Tuesday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Rainfall in Monterey by month

Plan your trip to Monterey by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Monterey ranges from 0.0 - 3.8 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.8 in. July is typically the driest time to visit Monterey when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in Monterey by month

Plan your trip to Monterey by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Monterey, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 60.8 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 50.0 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Monterey

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Monterey. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Monterey. Reviews last updated December 18, 2024.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with United Airlines, American Airlines and Alaska Airlines from Irvine to Monterey to help guide your decision. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.0
Very good
9,552 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

I would have liked flying out of the airport I chose not a different airport. My flight was moved to San Jose

8.0
Very good
9,552 reviews
8.0
Very good
9,552 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

I would have liked flying out of the airport I chose not a different airport. My flight was moved to San Jose

7.4
Good
9,059 reviews
8.0
Very good
9,552 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

I would have liked flying out of the airport I chose not a different airport. My flight was moved to San Jose

7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
8.0
Very good
9,552 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

I would have liked flying out of the airport I chose not a different airport. My flight was moved to San Jose

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Irvine to Monterey. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Monterey from Irvine?

    Monterey Regional (MRY) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Irvine to Monterey. You should not have trouble finding flights to Monterey Regional from Irvine; the airport handles an average of 4 inbound flights from Irvine per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 2 airlines have flights to the Monterey airport from Irvine. It is only a 3.2 mi journey from Monterey Regional (MRY) to Monterey’s city center.

  • How popular is this Irvine to Monterey flight route?

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Irvine to Monterey one-way?

    $130 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Alaska Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on American Airlines and United Airlines, with prices starting from $153 and $224, respectively.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Irvine to Monterey?

    Consider Austrian Airlines (86%), Lufthansa (86%) or Air Canada (86%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Irvine to Monterey.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Irvine to Monterey?

    The cheapest flight price from Irvine to Monterey is $165. On average you can expect to pay $286. The most popular route, (Los Angeles - Monterey Regional), can usually be booked for $187.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Irvine to Monterey that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Irvine to Monterey flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Irvine to Monterey?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Irvine to Monterey.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Irvine to Monterey?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Irvine to Monterey by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Irvine to Monterey?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Irvine to Monterey (average of $376). Flying from Irvine to Monterey in June is currently the most expensive (average of $513). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 2 airlines flying from Irvine to Monterey

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FrontierCheapest$21Average$70FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
United AirlinesCheapest$178Average$346FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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