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Cheap Flights to Salinas from $81 One Way, $117 Round Trip

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Sat, May 2 - Sat, May 9
SAN
San Diego Intl.
MRY
Monterey Peninsula
$117 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$117
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Sat, May 2 from San Diego Intl. to Monterey Peninsula, returning Sat, May 9, priced at $117 found 1 day ago
Sat, May 9 - Wed, May 13
SAN
San Diego Intl.
MRY
Monterey Peninsula
$118 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$118
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Sat, May 9 from San Diego Intl. to Monterey Peninsula, returning Wed, May 13, priced at $118 found 2 days ago
Sat, Apr 11 - Sat, Apr 18
SAN
San Diego Intl.
MRY
Monterey Peninsula
$120 Roundtrip, found 21 hours ago
$120
Roundtrip
found 21 hours ago
Select Hawaiian Airlines flight, departing Sat, Apr 11 from San Diego Intl. to Monterey Peninsula, returning Sat, Apr 18, priced at $120 found 21 hours ago
Tue, Apr 14 - Sat, Apr 18
SAN
San Diego Intl.
MRY
Monterey Peninsula
$121 Roundtrip, found 21 hours ago
$121
Roundtrip
found 21 hours ago
Select Hawaiian Airlines flight, departing Tue, Apr 14 from San Diego Intl. to Monterey Peninsula, returning Sat, Apr 18, priced at $121 found 21 hours ago
Wed, Apr 1 - Wed, Apr 8
SAN
San Diego Intl.
MRY
Monterey Peninsula
$122 Roundtrip, found 10 hours ago
$122
Roundtrip
found 10 hours ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Wed, Apr 1 from San Diego Intl. to Monterey Peninsula, returning Wed, Apr 8, priced at $122 found 10 hours ago
Sat, May 9 - Wed, May 13
SEA
Seattle - Tacoma Intl.
MRY
Monterey Peninsula
$127 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$127
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Sat, May 9 from Seattle - Tacoma Intl. to Monterey Peninsula, returning Wed, May 13, priced at $127 found 4 days ago
Tue, May 12 - Sat, May 16
SAN
San Diego Intl.
MRY
Monterey Peninsula
$137 Roundtrip, found 14 hours ago
$137
Roundtrip
found 14 hours ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Tue, May 12 from San Diego Intl. to Monterey Peninsula, returning Sat, May 16, priced at $137 found 14 hours ago
Sat, May 9 - Sun, May 10
SAN
San Diego Intl.
MRY
Monterey Peninsula
$138 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$138
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Sat, May 9 from San Diego Intl. to Monterey Peninsula, returning Sun, May 10, priced at $138 found 2 days ago
Sat, Apr 11 - Thu, Apr 16
SAN
San Diego Intl.
MRY
Monterey Peninsula
$140 Roundtrip, found 21 hours ago
$140
Roundtrip
found 21 hours ago
Select Hawaiian Airlines flight, departing Sat, Apr 11 from San Diego Intl. to Monterey Peninsula, returning Thu, Apr 16, priced at $140 found 21 hours ago
Sat, Apr 11 - Tue, Apr 14
SAN
San Diego Intl.
MRY
Monterey Peninsula
$141 Roundtrip, found 13 hours ago
$141
Roundtrip
found 13 hours ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Sat, Apr 11 from San Diego Intl. to Monterey Peninsula, returning Tue, Apr 14, priced at $141 found 13 hours ago

Salinas Flight Information

Traveling To
Salinas
Destination Airport IATA Code
MRY
Number of Airlines Serving
Airlines
Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, United, Hawaiian Airlines
Flight Price
$117
Earliest Departing Flight
Latest Departing Flight

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Gosby House Inn, A Four Sisters Inn
3.5-star property

Gosby House Inn, A Four Sisters Inn

Mar 30 - Apr 1

2 night stay

San Diego (SAN) to Monterey (MRY)

Delta • Non-stop • Coach

Monterey (MRY) to San Diego (SAN)

Alaska Airlines • Non-stop • Coach
Price was $476, price is now $397 per person
$397
per person
found 10 hours ago
Hyatt Vacation Club At Highlands Inn
4.0-star property

Hyatt Vacation Club At Highlands Inn

Apr 2 - Apr 5

3 night stay

Denver (DEN) to Monterey (MRY)

United • Roundtrip • Coach
Save 100% on your flight
Price was $1,555, price is now $1,015 per person
$1,015
per person
found 1 day ago
Hyatt Carmel Highlands
4.0-star property

Hyatt Carmel Highlands

Apr 2 - Apr 5

3 night stay

Denver (DEN) to Monterey (MRY)

United • Roundtrip • Coach
Save 100% on your flight
Price was $1,472, price is now $1,006 per person
$1,006
per person
found 1 day ago
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Frequently asked questions

Which airlines fly to Salinas?
Booking a flight to Salinas is a breeze — simply pick from 20 airlines that fly into Monterey Peninsula Airport (MRY). When you've decided on your itinerary and packed your luggage, these leading domestic carriers will welcome you on board:

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

What is the best airport to fly to in Salinas?
You'll want to search for an affordable fare to Monterey Peninsula Airport (MRY). It's the main airport servicing this city and is located roughly 12 miles southwest of the downtown area. After you've left the arrivals area, it won't be long before you're experiencing the sights of Salinas.
How much is a flight to Salinas?
The cost for a return flight to Salinas this week ranged from $117 to $141. If you were traveling one-way from San Diego (SAN), you could have bagged tickets from just $81.
How to book the cheapest flight to Salinas?
With some of the most amazing flight deals around, bagging a bargain is easy with Orbitz. The following tips and hints will help you land cheap flights to Salinas — and leave you with more money in your pocket:

  • Depending on where you're leaving from, select the 'Nearby airports' function (located under the departure and arrival form fields). Sometimes, alternative departure points offer better value for money.
  • If you're flexible with your plans, click on the 'Show flexible dates' option. It'll show the flight deals for the days before and after your selected departure. Airfares often vary depending on what day of the week it is.
  • Hit 'Show options' to narrow down your search results. You can choose your preferred seating class and airline here. Under 'Sort & Filter' to the left, you can even select whether you want to fly in the morning, afternoon or evening.
  • Lock in your fare as soon as you've figured out your travel dates. While it does happen on occasion, airfares rarely drop in price as your date of departure gets closer.
  • Bundle your flights, hotels and car rental into a money-saving package deal. Save your hard-earned dollars for things you're really excited about, like discovering every corner of Salinas.
  • Don't fly during peak seasons if you can. By avoiding summer, school vacations and other popular dates, you can make amazing savings on your airfares.

How long is a flight to Salinas?
The United States is big, so that depends on your departure point. To make things easy, we've chosen some of the most popular routes to Salinas and listed their average flight times:

  • Denver, CO (DEN-Denver Intl.) to Monterey Peninsula Airport (MRY) - 2 hours and 53 minutes
  • Los Angeles, CA (LAX-Los Angeles Intl.) to Monterey Peninsula Airport (MRY) - 1 hour and 14 minutes
  • Dallas, TX (DFW-Dallas-Fort Worth Intl.) to Monterey Peninsula Airport (MRY) - 3 hours and 41 minutes

What is the best time to book a flight to Salinas?
Generally speaking, January is the best time to purchase your plane ticket. This is closely followed by February and August. Bear this in mind while you hunt for a cheap flight to Salinas.
What day of the week is the cheapest to book a flight to Salinas?
If you're after low-cost airfares to Salinas, the best days to book are Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Saturdays. With Orbitz (and a bit of good timing!), a terrific flight deal will be all yours.
What is the cheapest day of the week to fly to Salinas?
According to Orbitz data from 2020, you ought to kick off your trip on a Monday to nab cheap flights to Salinas. Next cheapest day? Tuesday. Saturday will set you back the most. So, think about departing early in the week if you'd like to book a bargain fare and stretch your travel budget.
What is the cheapest month to fly to Salinas?
According to Orbitz data, it's best to fly out in August. This is generally the best month to score cheap flights to Salinas. Bear in mind that the most expensive time to depart is during the month of June.
Which airlines allow free cancellation?
Things change, and we think your ticket should be able to as well. That's why Orbitz makes it easy to search for airlines with free cancellation and no change fees. Just enter your departure and arrival points and then choose "Filter by flexible change policies." How's that for easy?
What do I need for the flight to Salinas?
There's so much to sort out for any big adventure, so it's great to get a little help along the way. Here are a few suggestions to make sure you're organized for departure:

  • You'll need to take all your travel documents and some identification. How much will depend on where you're flying from. When booking, you're encouraged to use the correct name, birth date and gender as stated on your government-issued ID.
  • A well-packed carry-on bag is a must for any medium-haul journey. With a few hours or more to kill, you'll probably long for something to keep you amused while in transit. We suggest a good book (or trashy magazine), and something to nosh on.
  • Both air conditioning and high altitudes can form a chilly environment. No matter what the season is, pack a sweater to keep nice and warm during your flight.

How many direct flights are there to Salinas?
Salinas has roughly 29 direct flights each month, so you have plenty of options to choose from. Bid those pesky stopovers goodbye and travel nonstop with United Airlines, American Airlines or Alaska Airlines.
How do I get cheap first-class/business deals to Salinas?
If you think a first or business-class airfare is beyond your reach, think again. Here are just a few tips to help you find a premium flight to Salinas for a whole lot less:

  • Being flexible isn't just for your yoga class. Have some room to move around your travel dates so you can pick up cheaper airfares when a sale pops up.
  • A lot of low-cost airlines nowadays offer terrific business or premium-class seating that doesn't cost an arm and a leg.
  • Bid for an upgrade. Some carriers hold online auctions that let you put down a price for a seat at the front of the plane. You can also try upgrading with points earned through a flight rewards program.

How to get into Salinas from the airport?
Book a Monterey Peninsula Airport (MRY) car rental from MRY airport and easily make your way to the downtown area of Salinas. Select a vehicle from one of the leading rental offices on-site including Budget, Avis or Alamo. As soon as you've put your bags in the trunk, the heart of the city is 12 miles to the northeast. If you'd rather use public transportation or take a taxi into town and rent a car from there instead, browse through our Salinas car rentals.
What is the best time to go to Salinas?
You'll have all the fun you can handle no matter what time of year you go to Salinas, but March, April and May are the most popular months. Like to pack your itinerary with stacks of warm-weather adventures? Plan your vacation around June 20. This is when summertime starts in the Northern Hemisphere. Expect the mercury to fluctuate between 55 ºF and 75 ºF during this time.
Travel tips for Salinas

  • Downtown Salinas has loads of exciting attractions. Favorites like Salinas Sports Complex and Northridge Mall will keep your feet moving and your adventurous soul full.
  • We also recommend checking out the sights within an easy drive of Salinas's center. Head toward Monterey Bay Aquarium and Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and experience a different side of this first-rate destination.
  • Get behind the wheel and find out what else makes Monterey County such a big hit. Arrange a car rental with Orbitz and experience the bright lights of two more exciting cities — Big Sur and Bradley.

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Refunds/changes/cancellations: Itinerary changes, if permitted for the fare, will have a $30 service fee charged by Orbitz. Additional airline charges may apply.

Other conditions: Schedules, fares and rules are subject to change without notice. Seats are limited and may not be available on all flights/dates or in all markets. Lower fares may be available. Fares will not be honored retroactively or in exchange for any wholly/partially unused ticket. Tickets are non-transferable and non-refundable. Fare rules are provided for the selected itinerary before booking.