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Top places to visit in Monterey County

Carmel Beach which includes general coastal views, landscape views and a sandy beach
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Cheap flights to Monterey County from $79 One Way, $117 Round Trip

$117 return flights and $79 one-way flights to Monterey County were the cheapest prices found within the past 7 days, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Tue, Sep 30 - Tue, Oct 7
SAN
San Diego
MRY
Monterey
$117 Roundtrip, found 15 hours ago
$117
Roundtrip
found 15 hours ago
Select Hawaiian Airlines flight, departing Tue, Sep 30 from San Diego to Monterey, returning Tue, Oct 7, priced at $117 found 15 hours ago
Tue, Sep 30 - Thu, Oct 9
SAN
San Diego
MRY
Monterey
$127 Roundtrip, found 15 hours ago
$127
Roundtrip
found 15 hours ago
Select Hawaiian Airlines flight, departing Tue, Sep 30 from San Diego to Monterey, returning Thu, Oct 9, priced at $127 found 15 hours ago
Thu, Oct 2 - Thu, Oct 9
SAN
San Diego
MRY
Monterey
$137 Roundtrip, found 15 hours ago
$137
Roundtrip
found 15 hours ago
Select Hawaiian Airlines flight, departing Thu, Oct 2 from San Diego to Monterey, returning Thu, Oct 9, priced at $137 found 15 hours ago
Sat, Aug 30 - Mon, Sep 1
SAN
San Diego
MRY
Monterey
$138 Roundtrip, found 18 hours ago
$138
Roundtrip
found 18 hours ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Sat, Aug 30 from San Diego to Monterey, returning Mon, Sep 1, priced at $138 found 18 hours ago
Thu, Nov 20 - Thu, Nov 20
SAN
San Diego
MRY
Monterey
$154 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$154
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select United flight, departing Thu, Nov 20 from San Diego to Monterey, returning Thu, Nov 20, priced at $154 found 5 days ago
Tue, Sep 23 - Tue, Sep 30
SEA
Seattle
MRY
Monterey
$157 Roundtrip, found 19 hours ago
$157
Roundtrip
found 19 hours ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Tue, Sep 23 from Seattle to Monterey, returning Tue, Sep 30, priced at $157 found 19 hours ago

Deals For This Weekend's Flights

OriginDestinationTravel DatesFlights From*
LASMontereyJuly 25 to July 29$393
SANMontereyJuly 25 to August 5$409
PHXMontereyJuly 26 to July 28$454
LAXMontereyJuly 27 to July 30$538
SEAMontereyJuly 25 to July 29$585
SNAMontereyJuly 27 to July 30$745
ONTMontereyJuly 26 to July 30$964
*Prices include taxes and fees

Find The Perfect Hotel For After Your Flight

Score Epic Monterey County Accommodation Deals

The Monterey Hotel

The Monterey Hotel

3 out of 5
407 Calle Principal, Monterey, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$143 nightly
The price is $163 total per night from Jul 29 to Jul 30
$163 total
Jul 29 - Jul 30
Total includes taxes and fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Monterey. Enjoy free WiFi, a fitness center, and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,247 reviews)
"Nice hotel, carpet is a bit worn. Not a lot of style for an old hotel but it’s in a great location"

Reviewed on Jul 23, 2025

The Monterey Hotel
Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa

Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa

4.5 out of 5
1 Old Golf Course Rd, Monterey, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$289 nightly
The price is $334 total per night from Jul 24 to Jul 25
$334 total
Jul 24 - Jul 25
Total includes taxes and fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury resort in Monterey. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 outdoor pools, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,416 reviews)
Wonderful trip
"Sometimes you have to treat yourself! Wish we could have stayed longer."

Reviewed on Jul 21, 2025

Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa
Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa

Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa

4.5 out of 5
400 Cannery Row, Monterey, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$332 nightly
The price is $382 total per night from Aug 18 to Aug 19
$382 total
Aug 18 - Aug 19
Total includes taxes and fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury resort in Monterey. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,342 reviews)
"Have been staying at the Plaza a few years now and its always been my favorite. It's quiet, the scenery is gorgeous, it's clean and the staff is great. The restaurant inside is not that great but everything else is."

Reviewed on Jul 20, 2025

Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa
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Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay

Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay

4 out of 5
Two Portola Plaza, Monterey, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$316 nightly
The price is $373 total per night from Aug 7 to Aug 8
$373 total
Aug 7 - Aug 8
Total includes taxes and fees
Stay at this 4-star spa resort in Monterey. Enjoy a full-service spa, 2 restaurants, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff in our ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,700 reviews)
"Amazing the people are very friendly and it's also pet friendly. Just unable to leave pet's in room to go site seeing and do some shopping. It's near a busy street with lots of shopping and eating places."

Reviewed on Jul 23, 2025

Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Need a Car For After Your Flight?

Standard

Nissan Altima or similar
  • 5 people
  • Unlimited mileage
Los Angeles, California, USA
Nissan Altima

$23

$119 total
found 2 days ago
Standard Nissan Altima

Fullsize

Toyota Camry or similar
  • 5 people
  • Unlimited mileage
Los Angeles, California, USA
Toyota Camry

$24

$123 total
found 2 days ago
Fullsize Toyota Camry

Compact

Nissan Versa or similar
  • 5 people
  • Unlimited mileage
Los Angeles, California, USA
Nissan Versa

$24

$120 total
found 2 days ago
Compact Nissan Versa

Economy

Toyota Yaris or similar
  • 5 people
  • Unlimited mileage
Los Angeles, California, USA
Toyota Yaris

$24

$122 total
found 2 days ago
Economy Toyota Yaris
Lowest prices found within the past 2 days. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Monterey County

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Frequently asked questions

Which airlines fly to Monterey County?
You're spoiled for choice with 12 leading airlines that travel to Monterey Peninsula Airport (MRY). Compare airfares and find yourself an affordable flight to Monterey County with any one of these domestic carriers:

  • United Airlines - 86 flights to Monterey County per month
  • American Airlines - 52 flights to Monterey County per month
  • Alaska Airlines - 27 flights to Monterey County per month

How much is a flight to Monterey County?
Return flight prices dropped as low as $117 this week to Monterey County, and reached a high of $964. Some lucky travelers departing San Diego (SAN) managed to snap up one-way tickets from just $79.
How to book the cheapest flight to Monterey County?
With Orbitz, you'll find some of the most amazing flight deals around from a huge range of airlines. But if you're eager to heighten your chances of nabbing cheap flights to Monterey County, here are some tips to consider:

  • Depending on where you're coming from, select the 'Nearby airports' function (located under the departure and arrival options). At times, alternative departure points offer more competitive fares.
  • If your plans aren't written in stone, click on the 'Show flexible dates' option to see the flight deals for different departure dates. Go with any suitable cheaper fare you find.
  • Hit 'Show options' to narrow down your search results. You can pick your preferred airline and seating class here. Under 'Sort & Filter' to the left, you can even specify whether you want to fly in the morning, afternoon or evening.
  • The early bird catches the most rewarding deals, so book as soon as you've worked out your travel dates. The most affordable airfares go like hotcakes and prices generally rise as the departure date gets closer.
  • Bundle your flights, hotels and car rental into a money-saving package deal. Save your hard-earned cash for things that really excite you, like exploring Monterey County.
  • Where possible, avoid flying in the most popular seasons. Airfares are usually at their most expensive during school breaks, summer and around other vacation times like Thanksgiving and Christmas.

What is the best time to book a flight to Monterey County?
On average, the cheapest time to book a seat is January. This is closely followed by February and August. When searching for a cheap flight to Monterey County, it's worth being ready to book. Cheap deals appear in an instant and don't wait around!
What day of the week is the cheapest to book a flight to Monterey County?
To land a rewarding flight deal, book on a Tuesday, Wednesday or Saturday. These are generally the cheapest days of the week to purchase seats to Monterey County.
What is the cheapest day of the week to fly to Monterey County?
You can nab cheap flights to Monterey County by taking off on a Monday, according to Orbitz data from 2020. Tuesday is also more affordable, while Saturday has the most expensive ticket prices. Whether you prefer to save cash or start your trip on any day that's convenient, you'll always get a terrific deal with Orbitz.
What is the cheapest month to fly to Monterey County?
You can jet for less in August. This is generally the best month to get on a plane if you want cheap flights to Monterey County, according to Orbitz data. The costliest time to take off is June, so avoid this month if you can.
Which airlines allow free cancellation?
If you think your travel plans could change, Orbitz can help you find a flexible ticket. All you have to do is click on "Filter by flexible change policies" when searching for your Monterey County flights. We'll show you all the airlines that include free cancellation within 24 hours and no change fees — along with our famous low prices.
What do I need for the flight to Monterey County?
From onboard activities to travel basics like noise-canceling headphones, there are several things a frequent flyer won't take off without. To ensure you're organized for your trip, have a look at this handy list:

  • Ensure that you have your travel documents and identification. For international journeys, you'll require your passport. When purchasing your tickets, always use the exact details stated on your government-issued ID.
  • A well-packed carry-on bag is the key to a comfortable flight experience. Given this journey to Monterey County is no short hop, take a few snacks and things to keep you entertained. Something to read or listen to will help you pass the time.
  • No matter what the season is, aircraft cabins can get quite cold. Take a sweater on board with you to stay nice and warm.

How do I get cheap first-class/business deals to Monterey County?
Savvy travelers are pros at finding business or first-class airfares to Monterey County that don't cost a packet. Be like them with these useful tips:

  • Flexibility is key. By being open to different travel dates, you'll have more chances of picking up a rewarding deal on your airfares.
  • A lot of low-cost carriers these days have terrific business-class seating that doesn't cost a bundle.
  • Make the most of your airline's flight rewards program and use points to upgrade your seat. You can also bid for an upgrade in online auctions.

What is the best time to go to Monterey County?
If you want to soak up the atmosphere of Monterey County in the tourist season, March, May and June are the top months to visit. June 20 heralds the beginning of summer in the Northern Hemisphere and is an awesome time to go if you're fond of the open air. At this time of the year, average daily temperatures typically range from 55 ºF to 80 ºF.

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