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$168+ Cheap flights from Monterey (MRY) to Illinois

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 6/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MRY — ORD
May 6 — May 131
Tue 5/6
Tue 5/13
1 adult, Economy
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Mytrip
3 stars

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Mytrip
3 stars

Round-trip from

$355
(Alaska Airlines)

One-way from

$168
(Alaska Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$343
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Cheapest flights from Monterey to Illinois
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Monterey to Illinois. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on May 1, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/246:43 pmMRY - ORD
1 stop8h 57mHawaiian Airlines
Fri 5/3010:00 amORD - MRY
1 stop10h 03mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 4/29$349
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
Wed 6/116:43 pmMRY - ORD
1 stop8h 57mAlaska Airlines
Fri 6/208:42 pmORD - MRY
1 stop23h 27mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 4/30$355
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 7/54:12 pmMRY - ORD
1 stop6h 36mAmerican Airlines
Sat 7/123:50 pmORD - MRY
1 stop8h 36mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/30$369
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
Thu 5/155:00 amMRY - ORD
1 stop7h 55mUnited Airlines
Mon 5/194:25 pmORD - MRY
1 stop7h 49mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/30$403
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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.
Fri 5/3012:35 pmMRY - STL
1 stop6h 28mUnited Airlines
Mon 6/26:10 amSTL - MRY
1 stop6h 46mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/29$407
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/912:22 pmMRY - STL
1 stop8h 23mAmerican Airlines
Sun 5/117:00 amSTL - MRY
1 stop6h 32mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/30$437
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/1. 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 6/66:43 pmMRY - STL
2 stops11h 25mAlaska Airlines
Mon 6/97:45 amSTL - MRY
2 stops12h 18mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 5/1$517

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

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Monterey

Fly to

Illinois

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Depart

Return

Price

MontereyChicago

MRY - ORD

MRYORD

Monterey Regional

Wed 6/11

6:43 pm-5:40 am

1 stop8h 57m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 6/20

8:42 pm-6:09 pm

1 stop23h 27m

$355

MontereyChicago

MRY - ORD

MRYORD

Monterey Regional

Sat 7/5

4:12 pm-12:48 am

1 stop6h 36m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 7/12

3:50 pm-10:26 pm

1 stop8h 36m

$369

MontereyChicago

MRY - ORD

MRYORD

Monterey Regional

Thu 5/15

5:00 am-2:55 pm

1 stop7h 55m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 5/19

4:25 pm-10:14 pm

1 stop7h 49m

$403

MontereySt. Louis

MRY - STL

MRYSTL

Monterey Regional

Fri 5/30

12:35 pm-9:03 pm

1 stop6h 28m

Lambert-St Louis

Mon 6/2

6:10 am-10:56 am

1 stop6h 46m

$407

MontereySt. Louis

MRY - STL

MRYSTL

Monterey Regional

Thu 6/19

4:12 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop5h 47m

Lambert-St Louis

Sun 6/22

5:37 am-11:35 am

1 stop7h 58m

$462

MontereySt. Louis

MRY - STL

MRYSTL

Monterey Regional

Fri 6/6

6:43 pm-8:08 am

2 stops11h 25m

Lambert-St Louis

Mon 6/9

7:45 am-6:03 pm

2 stops12h 18m

$517

MontereyChicago

MRY - ORD

MRYORD

Monterey Regional

Tue 6/10

6:43 pm-5:40 am

1 stop8h 57m

$168

MontereyChicago

MRY - ORD

MRYORD

Monterey Regional

Wed 5/21

6:00 am-8:24 pm

2 stops12h 24m

$230

MontereyChicago

MRY - ORD

MRYORD

Monterey Regional

Thu 5/22

10:28 am-8:25 pm

1 stop7h 57m

$293

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Monterey to Illinois (average of $245). Flying from Monterey to Illinois in March is currently the most expensive (average of $321). 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 MRY to IL?

Find hourly flight availability from Monterey to Illinois. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated May 1, 2025.

When flying from Monterey to Illinois, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Rainfall in Illinois by month

Plan your trip to Illinois by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Illinois ranges from 1.7 - 4.9 inches per month. August is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.9 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Illinois when rainfall is around 1.7 in.

Temperature in Illinois by month

Plan your trip to Illinois by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Illinois, 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 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 23.0 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Illinois

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Illinois. 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 Illinois. Reviews last updated May 1, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, United Airlines and American Airlines from Monterey to Illinois have to say. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,972 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,972 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,972 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,696 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,972 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,972 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Monterey to Illinois. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Monterey to Illinois?

    If you book a flight to Illinois from Monterey, you will be flying from Monterey Regional, which is the city’s only airport. Monterey Regional (MRY) is located 3.2 mi from the center of Monterey.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Alaska Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $168. American Airlines flights start at $230 while deals on United Airlines start at $293 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from Monterey to Illinois?

    When deciding which route to take from Monterey to Illinois consider Monterey Regional - Chicago O'Hare Intl, Monterey Regional - Lambert-St Louis or Monterey Regional - Bloomington-Normal as they are the most popular.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Monterey to Illinois?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Monterey to Illinois 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 Monterey to Illinois?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Monterey to Illinois (average of $245). Flying from Monterey to Illinois in March is currently the most expensive (average of $321). 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 2 airlines flying from Monterey to Illinois

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Monterey to Illinois. 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 May 1, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$388Average$676FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$401Average$486FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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