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$117+ Cheap flights from Illinois 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.
ORD — MRY
Jun 17 — Jun 241
Tue 6/17
Tue 6/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Illinois to Monterey

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Illinois to Monterey flight deals. Data was last updated June 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$231
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$117
(Mytrip)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$326
From Illinois to Monterey Regional
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Cheapest flights from Illinois to Monterey
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Illinois 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 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.
Sat 9/137:10 amSTL - MRY
1 stop6h 29mAmerican Airlines
Wed 9/1712:30 pmMRY - STL
1 stop8h 20mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/10$333
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 9/134:50 pmSTL - MRY
1 stop6h 17mUnited Airlines
Wed 9/176:01 amMRY - STL
2 stops10h 57mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/10$338
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
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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.
Tue 9/26:20 amMLI - MRY
1 stop7h 09mAmerican Airlines
Sat 9/2712:30 pmMRY - MLI
1 stop7h 02mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/9$379
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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 8/306:30 amMLI - MRY
2 stops13h 13mUnited Airlines
Fri 9/266:30 pmMRY - MLI
2 stops13h 45mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/9$389
This Alaska Airlines 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/117:32 pmSTL - MRY
1 stop24h 37mAlaska Airlines
Tue 7/156:46 pmMRY - STL
1 stop21h 49mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 6/11$491

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

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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

St. LouisMonterey

STL - MRY

STLMRY

Lambert-St Louis

Sat 9/13

7:10 am-11:39 am

1 stop6h 29m

Monterey Regional

Wed 9/17

12:30 pm-10:50 pm

1 stop8h 20m

$333

St. LouisMonterey

STL - MRY

STLMRY

Lambert-St Louis

Sat 9/13

4:50 pm-9:07 pm

1 stop6h 17m

Monterey Regional

Wed 9/17

6:01 am-6:58 pm

2 stops10h 57m

$338

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

MolineMonterey

MLI - MRY

MLIMRY

Moline Quad-City

Tue 9/2

6:20 am-11:29 am

1 stop7h 09m

Monterey Regional

Sat 9/27

12:30 pm-9:32 pm

1 stop7h 02m

$379

MolineMonterey

MLI - MRY

MLIMRY

Moline Quad-City

Sat 8/30

6:30 am-5:43 pm

2 stops13h 13m

Monterey Regional

Fri 9/26

6:30 pm-10:15 am

2 stops13h 45m

$389

St. LouisMonterey

STL - MRY

STLMRY

Lambert-St Louis

Fri 7/11

7:32 pm-6:09 pm

1 stop24h 37m

Monterey Regional

Tue 7/15

6:46 pm-6:35 pm

1 stop21h 49m

$491

ChicagoMonterey

ORD - MRY

ORDMRY

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 7/10

3:18 pm-3:13 pm

1 stop25h 55m

$117

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Best time to book a flight from Illinois to Monterey

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

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to Monterey (average of $376). Flying from Illinois 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 IL to MRY?

Find hourly flight availability from Illinois 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.

When flying from Illinois to Monterey, 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 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 reviews from past customers who have flown Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines and United Airlines from Illinois to Monterey. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

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

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

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

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

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

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

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

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

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 Illinois 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 Illinois?

    For a flight from Illinois to Monterey, you will be flying into Monterey Regional. Monterey Regional (MRY) is just 3.2 mi from the center of the city.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Alaska Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $159. American Airlines flights start at $209 while deals on United Airlines start at $230 one-way.

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

    While some choose either Lambert-St Louis - Monterey Regional or Moline Quad-City - Monterey Regional, Chicago O'Hare Intl - Monterey Regional is the most popular route from Illinois to Monterey.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to Monterey (average of $376). Flying from Illinois 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 Illinois to Monterey

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Illinois 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
American AirlinesCheapest$258Average$555FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$362Average$563FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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