Flying from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to Monterey Regional Airport (MRY): what you need to know
Around 1 hour 25 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from San Diego International Airport to Monterey Regional Airport.
Choose from 14 weekly San Diego International Airport to Monterey Regional Airport flights. The 10:20 departure with Alaska Airlines is the earliest you can take. Alaska Airlines operates the last service of the day at 20:59.
Your SAN to MRY flight 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 flying internationally.
Be prepared for longer lines during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
Alaska Airlines offers direct flights from San Diego International Airport to Monterey Regional Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to tick off the sights in Carmel — and maybe even more of United States if you have time.
The majority of travellers choose to fly with Alaska Airlines on this route.
Among carriers operating SAN to MRY flights, Alaska Airlines has the highest rate of on-time arrivals.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from San Diego International Airport to Monterey Regional Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between SAN and MRY:
San Francisco International Airport
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport
Los Angeles International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to Monterey Regional Airport (MRY)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way San Diego International Airport to Monterey Regional Airport flight is Rs20,352. A return ticket is currently Rs53,415. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Book six months before travelling. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from SAN to MRY.
The cheapest month for flights from San Diego International Airport to Monterey Regional Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have flexible travel dates.
You won't have to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment there's a better deal on cheap flights from SAN to MRY.
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Handy information about San Diego International Airport (SAN)
SAN is located at Airport Drive.
Of all flights leaving San Diego International Airport, 71.38% arrive on time at their destination.
To get to San Diego International Airport from central San Diego, it takes around 10 minutes by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 5 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a journey time of about 20 minutes on public transport.
Need a handy hotel close to SAN? If you're catching an early flight from San Diego International Airport to Monterey Regional Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Monterey Regional Airport (MRY)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a San Diego International Airport to Monterey Regional Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near MRY instead:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Monterey Regional Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Budget, Hertz or Alamo and experience the lesser-explored corners of Carmel and beyond.
Lock in the best deal by reserving your vehicle from Monterey Regional Airport about four weeks before your trip.
Getting from Monterey Regional Airport (MRY) to central Carmel
You'll find MRY at 200 Fred Kane Drive, Suite 200.
Monterey Regional Airport to the centre of Carmel has a drive time of about 10 minutes. It's approximately 11 kilometres away.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 45 minutes.
When to fly to Monterey Regional Airport (MRY)
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from San Diego International Airport to Monterey Regional Airport. October is the most popular month to head to Carmel. If you prefer a quieter vibe, go in January.
Lock in your flight from San Diego International Airport to Monterey Regional Airport for September if you want to go to Carmel during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 11ºC and 24ºC.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from SAN to MRY in February. Average temperatures are between 5ºC and 17ºC then.
Explore more of United States
Los Angeles is just one of the many places in United States waiting to be explored once you've seen Carmel. Around 434 kilometres away to the south-east, its best attractions include Griffith Observatory, The Broad and La Brea Tar Pits & Museum.
If you're eager to discover another major destination in United States, head for San Jose, roughly 88 kilometres north of Carmel. Winchester Mystery House, Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum and San Jose Museum of Art are key highlights.
