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$57+ Cheap flights from San Diego to Monterey (SAN - 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 5/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAN — MRY
Mar 31 — Apr 71
Mon 3/31
Mon 4/7
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San Diego to Monterey Regional are usually found in January or February, booked 39 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Tuesday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from San Diego to Monterey

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Diego (SAN) 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 March 26, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$136
(Hawaiian Airlines)

One-way from

$57
(Alaska Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$217

Good round-trip deal

$187 or less

Good one-way deal

$83 or less
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Cheapest flights from San Diego to Monterey
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Diego to Monterey. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 26, 2025.

This Hawaiian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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 Hawaiian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/249:59 pmSAN - MRY
Nonstop1h 30mHawaiian Airlines
Sat 9/276:00 amMRY - SAN
Nonstop1h 25mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 3/24$121
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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.
Wed 9/109:59 pmSAN - MRY
Nonstop1h 30mAlaska Airlines
Thu 9/116:00 amMRY - SAN
Nonstop1h 25mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 3/24$125
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/109:08 pmSAN - MRY
1 stop24h 10mMultiple Airlines
Mon 4/1410:08 pmMRY - SAN
1 stop9h 26mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/24$141
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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.
Wed 4/236:15 amSAN - MRY
1 stop3h 38mUnited Airlines
Wed 4/306:30 amMRY - SAN
1 stop3h 21mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/24$157
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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.
Mon 4/146:29 amSAN - MRY
1 stop5h 56mAmerican Airlines
Wed 4/164:19 pmMRY - SAN
1 stop5h 18mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/24$159

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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Diego 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 March 26, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Diego to Monterey that are best for you.

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San DiegoMonterey

SAN - MRY

SANMRY

San Diego

Wed 9/10

9:59 pm-11:29 pm

Nonstop1h 30m

Monterey Regional

Thu 9/11

6:00 am-7:25 am

Nonstop1h 25m

$125

San DiegoMonterey

SAN - MRY

SANMRY

San Diego

Mon 7/7

9:59 pm-11:26 pm

Nonstop1h 27m

Monterey Regional

Thu 7/10

6:00 am-7:24 am

Nonstop1h 24m

$133

San DiegoMonterey

SAN - MRY

SANMRY

San Diego

Thu 4/10

9:08 pm-9:18 pm

1 stop24h 10m

Monterey Regional

Mon 4/14

10:08 pm-7:34 am

1 stop9h 26m

$141

San DiegoMonterey

SAN - MRY

SANMRY

San Diego

Wed 4/23

6:15 am-9:53 am

1 stop3h 38m

Monterey Regional

Wed 4/30

6:30 am-9:51 am

1 stop3h 21m

$157

San DiegoMonterey

SAN - MRY

SANMRY

San Diego

Mon 4/14

6:29 am-12:25 pm

1 stop5h 56m

Monterey Regional

Wed 4/16

4:19 pm-9:37 pm

1 stop5h 18m

$159

San DiegoMonterey

SAN - MRY

SANMRY

San Diego

Sat 5/10

8:59 pm-10:35 pm

Nonstop1h 36m

$57

San DiegoMonterey

SAN - MRY

SANMRY

San Diego

Wed 4/30

8:59 pm-10:35 pm

Nonstop1h 36m

$61

San DiegoMonterey

SAN - MRY

SANMRY

San Diego

Wed 4/30

4:30 pm-10:36 pm

1 stop6h 06m

$79

San DiegoMonterey

SAN - MRY

SANMRY

San Diego

Fri 4/25

6:15 am-9:18 pm

1 stop15h 03m

$92

San DiegoMonterey

SAN - MRY

SANMRY

San Diego

Sat 5/10

6:15 am-10:28 am

1 stop4h 13m

$124

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Deals found on 3/24

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from San Diego to Monterey in March.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapTicketsDealPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on San Diego-Monterey flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on San Diego-Monterey flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San Diego-Monterey flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San Diego-Monterey flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for San Diego-Monterey flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from San Diego to Monterey

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Everything you need to know about your flight from San Diego to Monterey

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Diego to Monterey. Price data was last updated on March 21, 2025.

The best time to book flights from San Diego to Monterey is 39 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 San Diego to Monterey?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Monterey (average of $376). Flying from San Diego to Monterey in June is currently the most expensive (average of $508). 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 SAN to MRY?

Find hourly flight availability from San Diego 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 March 26, 2025.

When flying from San Diego to Monterey, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the evening, which can drop the price by up to 25% versus a flight at noon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from San Diego to Monterey?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Diego to Monterey. Price data was last updated on March 23, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Diego to Monterey flight should consider departing on Saturday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Tuesday 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 March 26, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines and United Airlines from San Diego to Monterey have to say. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,789 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Seleste,Dec 2024

FAT - SAN

The attention and efficiency of the staff and the good handling of the pilot
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,789 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,789 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Seleste,Dec 2024

FAT - SAN

The attention and efficiency of the staff and the good handling of the pilot
Hawaiian Airlines
7.9
Good
2,331 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,789 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Seleste,Dec 2024

FAT - SAN

The attention and efficiency of the staff and the good handling of the pilot
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,608 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,789 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Seleste,Dec 2024

FAT - SAN

The attention and efficiency of the staff and the good handling of the pilot
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,789 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Seleste,Dec 2024

FAT - SAN

The attention and efficiency of the staff and the good handling of the pilot

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Diego to Monterey. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airports do I use to fly from San Diego to Monterey?

    To fly from San Diego to Monterey, you need to book a flight from San Diego (SAN) to Monterey Regional (MRY). Nonstop flights to Monterey Regional from San Diego take 1h 27m on average. When it comes time to book airfare, you have a few options: there are 4 outbound flights from San Diego to Monterey Regional offered by 4 different airlines.

  • How popular is this San Diego to Monterey flight route?

    This flight path from San Diego to Monterey Regional was viewed by 2 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from San Diego to Monterey round-trip?

    According to our current data, Hawaiian Airlines ($136), Alaska Airlines ($137), and United Airlines ($157) offers the cheapest pricing from San Diego to Monterey. Hawaiian Airlines is priced at 43% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from San Diego to Monterey are Alaska Airlines ($57), Hawaiian Airlines ($61), and American Airlines ($79).

  • What are the most reliable airlines from San Diego to Monterey?

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from San Diego to Monterey on time: SkyWest Airlines (77%), Alaska Airlines (77%), American Airlines (66%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from San Diego to Monterey?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $68. While the most popular route (San Diego - Monterey Regional) can be booked for $109 on average our data indicates $168 when flying from San Diego to Monterey.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from San Diego to Monterey?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Diego 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 San Diego to Monterey?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Monterey (average of $376). Flying from San Diego to Monterey in June is currently the most expensive (average of $508). 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 4 airlines flying from San Diego to Monterey

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from San Diego to Monterey. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated March 26, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$100Average$212FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$130Average$239FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
United AirlinesCheapest$176Average$416FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$227Average$376FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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