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$117+ Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) to Monterey (MRY)

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 7/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHI — MRY
Jun 17 — Jun 241
Tue 6/17
Tue 6/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Chicago to Monterey

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Chicago (CHI) to Monterey (MRY). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated June 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$231
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$117
(Mytrip)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$541
From Chicago (CHI) to Monterey Regional
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($24 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Cheapest flights from Chicago to Monterey
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chicago to Monterey. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 12, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/117:08 amORD - MRY
1 stop10h 05mMultiple Airlines
Mon 7/144:03 pmMRY - ORD
1 stop12h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11$231
This Hawaiian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Hawaiian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/73:50 pmORD - MRY
1 stop9h 01mHawaiian Airlines
Sat 10/116:00 amMRY - ORD
1 stop6h 50mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 6/10$310
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 9/32:07 pmORD - MRY
2 stops11h 22mAlaska Airlines
Wed 9/106:00 amMRY - ORD
2 stops14h 04mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 6/10$311
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
Wed 9/36:00 amORD - MRY
1 stop7h 39mAmerican Airlines
Wed 9/1012:46 pmMRY - ORD
1 stop7h 33mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/10$319
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
Sat 7/266:20 pmORD - MRY
1 stop7h 24mUnited Airlines
Tue 8/52:14 pmMRY - ORD
1 stop8h 45mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/10$369

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Chicago to Monterey that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated June 12, 2025.
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ChicagoMonterey

ORD - MRY

ORDMRY

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 7/11

7:08 am-3:13 pm

1 stop10h 05m

Monterey Regional

Mon 7/14

4:03 pm-6:03 am

1 stop12h 00m

$231

ChicagoMonterey

ORD - MRY

ORDMRY

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 9/3

2:07 pm-11:29 pm

2 stops11h 22m

Monterey Regional

Wed 9/10

6:00 am-10:04 pm

2 stops14h 04m

$311

ChicagoMonterey

ORD - MRY

ORDMRY

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 9/3

6:00 am-11:39 am

1 stop7h 39m

Monterey Regional

Wed 9/10

12:46 pm-10:19 pm

1 stop7h 33m

$319

ChicagoMonterey

ORD - MRY

ORDMRY

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 7/26

6:20 pm-11:44 pm

1 stop7h 24m

Monterey Regional

Tue 8/5

2:14 pm-12:59 am

1 stop8h 45m

$369

ChicagoMonterey

ORD - MRY

ORDMRY

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 7/10

3:18 pm-3:13 pm

1 stop25h 55m

$117

ChicagoMonterey

ORD - MRY

ORDMRY

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 9/9

1:01 pm-7:14 pm

1 stop8h 13m

$159

ChicagoMonterey

ORD - MRY

ORDMRY

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 6/30

6:30 am-11:05 am

1 stop6h 35m

$230

ChicagoMonterey

ORD - MRY

ORDMRY

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 8/3

7:00 am-6:33 pm

2 stops13h 33m

$522

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Deals found on 6/10

Best time to book a flight from Chicago to Monterey

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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Chicago to Monterey

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Monterey (average of $376). Flying from Chicago to Monterey in June is currently the most expensive (average of $490). 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 CHI to MRY?

Find hourly flight availability from Chicago to Monterey. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated June 12, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Chicago to Monterey is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the morning tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the afternoon could potentially save you up to 20% on airfare.

Rainfall in Monterey by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Monterey ranges from 0.0 - 3.8 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.8 in. July is typically the driest time to visit Monterey when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in Monterey by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Monterey, 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 60.8 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 50.0 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Monterey

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Monterey. 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 Monterey. Reviews last updated June 12, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Chicago to Monterey, such as Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines and United Airlines. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

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
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Hawaiian Airlines
7.9
Good
2,494 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

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
8,790 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

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
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

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 Chicago to Monterey. 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 into for flights to Monterey from Chicago?

    Monterey Regional (MRY), located 3.2 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from Chicago to Monterey. 2 airlines have flights to Monterey Regional from Chicago on a regular basis. Booking flights from Chicago to Monterey Regional should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 0 inbound flights from Chicago per day.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Chicago to Monterey round-trip?

    Flying on Hawaiian Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Monterey, with prices starting at $310. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Alaska Airlines and American Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $311 and $319, respectively. Hawaiian Airlines is 47% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Alaska Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $159. However, be on the lookout for offers from United Airlines and American Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from Chicago to Monterey for a low price.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Monterey (average of $376). Flying from Chicago to Monterey in June is currently the most expensive (average of $490). 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 Chicago to Monterey

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Chicago to Monterey. 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 June 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$362Average$563FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$371Average$560FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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