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$160+ Cheap flights from San Francisco to Monterey (SFO - 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 4/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — MRY
Mar 30 — Apr 61
Sun 3/30
Sun 4/6
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from San Francisco to Monterey

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Francisco (SFO) 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 25, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$184
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$160
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$470

Good round-trip deal

$239 or less
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One-way flight from San Francisco to Monterey Regional
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 24% potential increase in price ($92 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 6% potential price decrease ($17 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Cheapest flights from San Francisco to Monterey
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to Monterey. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 25, 2025.

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.
Mon 4/79:30 pmSFO - MRY
Nonstop0h 59mUnited Airlines
Mon 4/146:30 amMRY - SFO
Nonstop0h 55mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/24$184
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.
Fri 4/189:20 pmSFO - MRY
1 stop25h 23mAlaska Airlines
Fri 4/256:00 amMRY - SFO
1 stop17h 42mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 3/24$232
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/23. 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 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/79:30 pmSFO - MRY
Nonstop0h 59mMultiple Airlines
Wed 4/96:05 amMRY - SFO
1 stop15h 31mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/23$485

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Francisco to Monterey that are best for you.

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San Francisco

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Monterey

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San FranciscoMonterey

SFO - MRY

SFOMRY

San Francisco

Mon 4/7

9:30 pm-10:29 pm

Nonstop0h 59m

Monterey Regional

Mon 4/14

6:30 am-7:25 am

Nonstop0h 55m

$184

San FranciscoMonterey

SFO - MRY

SFOMRY

San Francisco

Fri 4/18

9:20 pm-10:43 pm

1 stop25h 23m

Monterey Regional

Fri 4/25

6:00 am-11:42 pm

1 stop17h 42m

$232

San FranciscoMonterey

SFO - MRY

SFOMRY

San Francisco

Mon 4/7

9:30 pm-10:29 pm

Nonstop0h 59m

Monterey Regional

Wed 4/9

6:05 am-9:36 pm

1 stop15h 31m

$485

San FranciscoMonterey

SFO - MRY

SFOMRY

San Francisco

Fri 4/11

7:35 am-10:43 pm

1 stop15h 08m

$160

San FranciscoMonterey

SFO - MRY

SFOMRY

San Francisco

Sat 6/21

9:40 am-10:40 am

Nonstop1h 00m

$204

San FranciscoMonterey

SFO - MRY

SFOMRY

San Francisco

Sat 6/21

9:59 pm-11:26 pm

1 stop25h 27m

$222

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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 Francisco to Monterey in March.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust 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 Francisco-Monterey flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on San Francisco-Monterey flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San Francisco-Monterey flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San Francisco-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 Francisco-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 Francisco to Monterey

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Monterey from San Francisco with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

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

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Monterey (average of $376). Flying from San Francisco 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 SFO to MRY?

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco 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 25, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from San Francisco to Monterey is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are at noon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the afternoon could potentially save you up to 15% on airfare.

Weekly flight availability from San Francisco to Monterey

Explore weekly flight availability from San Francisco to Monterey. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated March 25, 2025.

The most flights from SFO to MRY are scheduled on a Monday (7 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (7 on average).

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 25, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from San Francisco to Monterey, such as Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines and United Airlines. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,782 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

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
9,782 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,782 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

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
2,330 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,782 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

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
8,605 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,782 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

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 Francisco 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 Francisco to Monterey?

    Monterey Regional is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Monterey from San Francisco. Booking flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Monterey Regional (MRY) should be relatively easy as there are 7 daily flights to Monterey from 1 airline. 0h 59m is how long a flight from San Francisco to Monterey Regional will take if you book a nonstop flight.

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

    According to our current data, United Airlines ($184), and Alaska Airlines ($232) offers the cheapest pricing from San Francisco to Monterey. United Airlines is currently priced 34% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $160 on Hawaiian Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include United Airlines from $204 and Alaska Airlines from $222 one-way.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from San Francisco 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 Francisco to Monterey on time: Lufthansa (87%), SkyWest Airlines (81%), Air Canada (81%).

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

    The cheapest flight price from San Francisco to Monterey is $239. On average you can expect to pay $275. The most popular route, (San Francisco - Monterey Regional), can usually be booked for $184.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Monterey (average of $376). Flying from San Francisco 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 airline flying from San Francisco to Monterey

Discover the top airline that operate flights from San Francisco 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 25, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$159Average$245FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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