Flying from Los Angeles to Monterey Regional Airport (MRY): What you need to know
Start planning your trip by looking up the ideal departure point for your flight from Los Angeles to Monterey Regional Airport (MRY). Explore the options for leaving from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) or Van Nuys Airport (VNY), the city's main airports.
1 hour 20 minutes is the average travel time for a direct Los Angeles to Monterey Regional Airport flight.
Carmel's timezone is UTC-7, which is the same as Los Angeles. Monterey Regional Airport is located in Carmel.
The most popular route is from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Monterey Regional Airport (MRY), with 17 direct weekly services. If you're ready to head out sooner, the earliest flight from LAX to MRY is the 8:15am United Airlines option. If you're looking to take off later, the final departure is at 9:20pm with United Airlines.
Your flight from Los Angeles to MRY won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
Heading away during a peak period like public or school holidays? Expect longer lines at check-in and security. Give yourself extra leeway and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
Airports in Los Angeles
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
You can find a direct flight from Los Angeles to Monterey Regional Airport (MRY) leaving from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX).
You can travel on a direct flight from Los Angeles to Monterey Regional Airport with United Airlines. This well-known airline offers services from LAX.
The top choice among passengers flying between LAX and MRY is United Airlines.
United Airlines takes the top spot for on-time performance. An exceptional 85.93% of its services on this route arrive as planned.
Travelling from central Los Angeles to LAX takes about 55 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 32 kilometres in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Want a hassle-free start to your trip? Stay near Los Angeles International Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Los Angeles to Monterey Regional Airport or aren't a fan of being rushed, these hotels are the ideal choice:
Los Angeles International Airport has an excellent on-time performance, so you're unlikely to face delays. Departures from LAX land at their destination as scheduled 81.05% of the time.
LAX's address is One World Way.
Van Nuys Airport (VNY)
VNY is about 32 kilometres from central Los Angeles. It'll take you 35 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 40 minutes.
Start your holiday sooner with an additional night away from home. Before catching your Los Angeles to MRY flight, stay in one of these hotels close to Van Nuys Airport:
About Monterey Regional Airport (MRY)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Los Angeles to Monterey Regional Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near MRY instead:
Travel at your own speed with a Monterey Regional Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Budget, Hertz or Alamo and discover more of Carmel and beyond.
Secure the lowest price by booking your ride around four weeks before your Los Angeles to Monterey Regional Airport flight.
The address for MRY is 200 Fred Kane Drive, Suite 200.
Getting from Monterey Regional Airport (MRY) to central Carmel
Central Carmel is around 11 kilometres from Monterey Regional Airport and takes about 10 minutes to reach by car. Explore your options for getting into the city, whether that's with a car hire, cab or ride-share.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of about 45 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Monterey Regional Airport (MRY)
At the moment, Rs26,064 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Los Angeles to Monterey Regional Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs50,779. Keep in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Lock in cheap flights from Los Angeles to MRY by booking one month ahead. According to our research, that's the ideal time frame for picking up a bargain.
Plan your trip for June. That's the best month for landing the biggest deals on Los Angeles to Monterey Regional Airport tickets. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across each month.
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The best time to fly from Los Angeles to Monterey Regional Airport (MRY)
February is the quietest month for flights from Los Angeles to Monterey Regional Airport (MRY), while October is the most popular. Work out the ideal time to visit Carmel based on whether you want a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in Carmel is September, with temperatures ranging between 11ºC and 24ºC. Lock in your Los Angeles to MRY flight ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
February sees temperatures of between 5ºC and 17ºC. Search for cheap tickets from Los Angeles to Monterey Regional Airport around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Carmel
Once you've booked your flight from Los Angeles to Monterey Regional Airport, find a hotel that offers a good mix of location and comfort. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Carmel:
Carmel has plenty of things to keep you occupied, starting with The Tomasini / Cooper Historic Barn. Garland Ranch Visitors Centre is another attraction you have to check out.
Explore more of the United States
Carmel has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of the United States you'll want to see. Around 145 kilometres north of Carmel, a trip to San Francisco will keep you on the go. Check out popular attractions like Golden Gate Bridge, Painted Ladies - Alamo Square and Alcatraz Island.
If you're interested in discovering another corner of the United States, consider Fresno, about 177 kilometres east of Carmel. Forestiere Underground Gardens, Shinzen Japanese Garden and Fresno Chaffee Zoo are among the biggest draws.