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$85+ Cheap flights from Los Angeles to Monterey (LAX - 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 11/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — MRY
Sep 15 — Sep 221
Tue 9/15
Tue 9/22
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Los Angeles to Monterey Regional are usually found in December or November, booked 66 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Wednesday and return on a Friday

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Cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Monterey
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Los Angeles to Monterey. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on August 16, 2026.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/15. 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.
Thu 10/89:57 pm -
1 stop17h 23m
Mon 10/124:39 pm -
1 stop15h 10m
Deal found 8/15$167
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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.
Thu 10/2211:20 am -
1 stop27h 31m
Mon 10/264:31 pm -
1 stop23h 21m
Deal found 8/13$177
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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 9/44:45 pm -
Nonstop1h 13m
Sun 9/68:00 am -
Nonstop1h 27m
Deal found 8/14$249
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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 10/224:15 pm -
Nonstop1h 13m
Sun 10/256:33 pm -
Nonstop1h 26m
Deal found 8/13$257
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/11. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/284:45 pm -
Nonstop1h 13m
Thu 9/38:00 am -
Nonstop1h 27m
Deal found 8/11$264
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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 8/284:45 pm -
Nonstop1h 13m
Sun 8/308:00 am -
Nonstop1h 27m
Deal found 8/12$279
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/11. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/44:45 pm -
Nonstop1h 13m
Mon 9/78:00 am -
Nonstop1h 27m
Deal found 8/11$280

Find flight deals from Los Angeles to Monterey

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Los Angeles (LAX) 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 August 16, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$167
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$85
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

December

Average price

$362

Good round-trip deal

$319 or less

Good one-way deal

$288 or less
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price ($34 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($11 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from Los Angeles 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 August 16, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Los Angeles to Monterey that are best for you.

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Cheapest round-trip

Los AngelesMonterey

LAX Los Angeles - MRY Monterey Regional

LAXMRY

Los Angeles

Fri 9/4

6:00 am-10:15 am

1 stop4h 15m

Monterey Regional

Sat 9/5

1:51 pm-3:33 pm

Nonstop1h 42m

$259

Los AngelesMonterey

LAX Los Angeles - MRY Monterey Regional

LAXMRY

Los Angeles

Fri 10/23

5:43 pm-9:50 pm

1 stop4h 07m

Monterey Regional

Sun 10/25

6:30 am-10:21 am

1 stop3h 51m

$269

Los AngelesMonterey

LAX Los Angeles - MRY Monterey Regional

LAXMRY

Los Angeles

Fri 9/25

5:43 pm-9:59 pm

1 stop4h 16m

Monterey Regional

Sat 9/26

2:27 pm-5:49 pm

1 stop3h 22m

$269

Los AngelesMonterey

LAX Los Angeles - MRY Monterey Regional

LAXMRY

Los Angeles

Fri 8/28

4:45 pm-5:58 pm

Nonstop1h 13m

Monterey Regional

Wed 9/2

8:00 am-9:27 am

Nonstop1h 27m

$279

Los AngelesMonterey

LAX Los Angeles - MRY Monterey Regional

LAXMRY

Los Angeles

Thu 8/27

11:45 am-3:01 pm

1 stop3h 16m

Monterey Regional

Sun 8/30

6:45 pm-11:06 pm

1 stop4h 21m

$299

Los AngelesMonterey

LAX Los Angeles - MRY Monterey Regional

LAXMRY

Los Angeles

Sat 8/22

4:40 pm-5:53 pm

Nonstop1h 13m

Monterey Regional

Sun 8/23

8:00 am-9:27 am

Nonstop1h 27m

$309

Los AngelesMonterey

LAX Los Angeles - MRY Monterey Regional

LAXMRY

Los Angeles

Fri 10/23

4:15 pm-5:28 pm

Nonstop1h 13m

Monterey Regional

Mon 10/26

2:00 pm-3:33 pm

Nonstop1h 33m

$319

Los AngelesMonterey

LAX Los Angeles - MRY Monterey Regional

LAXMRY

Los Angeles

Tue 10/13

4:15 pm-5:31 pm

Nonstop1h 16m

Monterey Regional

Sat 10/17

10:30 am-11:57 am

Nonstop1h 27m

$319

Los AngelesMonterey

LAX Los Angeles - MRY Monterey Regional

LAXMRY

Los Angeles

Thu 9/3

4:45 pm-5:58 pm

Nonstop1h 13m

Monterey Regional

Sun 9/6

8:00 am-9:27 am

Nonstop1h 27m

$319
Quickest round-trip

Los AngelesMonterey

LAX Los Angeles - MRY Monterey Regional

LAXMRY

Los Angeles

Fri 10/23

4:15 pm-5:28 pm

Nonstop1h 13m

Monterey Regional

Tue 10/27

10:20 am-11:46 am

Nonstop1h 26m

$319

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Compare providers for flights from Los Angeles to Monterey

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Los Angeles to Monterey in August.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
JustAirTicketPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Los Angeles-Monterey flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Los Angeles-Monterey flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Los Angeles-Monterey flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Los Angeles-Monterey flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Los Angeles-Monterey flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Los Angeles to Monterey

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Monterey from Los Angeles with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Los Angeles to Monterey

How far ahead should I book a flight from Los Angeles to Monterey?

The best time to book flights from Los Angeles to Monterey is 65 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Los Angeles to Monterey (average of $277). Flying from Los Angeles to Monterey in March is currently the most expensive (average of $466). 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 LAX to MRY?

Find hourly flight availability from Los Angeles 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 August 16, 2026.

It’s typically best to fly out from Los Angeles to Monterey in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 16% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Los Angeles to Monterey?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.

Los Angeles to Monterey flights typically cost between $277 and $500 in October.
The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $167 on Multiple Airlines (Oct 8-Oct 12).

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 August 16, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Los Angeles to Monterey, such as United Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,111 reviews

Food

6.7

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Dynasty,May 2026

LAX - EWR

The food wasn’t nice - Hosts were not that kind.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,111 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,111 reviews

Food

6.7

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Dynasty,May 2026

LAX - EWR

The food wasn’t nice - Hosts were not that kind.

Related info for your journey

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

  • What airports do I use to fly from Los Angeles to Monterey?

    To fly from Los Angeles to Monterey, you need to book a flight from Los Angeles (LAX) to Monterey Regional (MRY). Nonstop flights to Monterey Regional from Los Angeles take 1h 13m on average. When it comes time to book airfare, you have a few options: there are 6 outbound flights from Los Angeles to Monterey Regional offered by 1 airline.

  • How popular is this Los Angeles to Monterey flight route?

    Within the past month, 4 users have taken a look at flights from Los Angeles Los Angeles to Monterey Regional.

  • How long is the flight from Los Angeles to Monterey?

    Departing from Los Angeles to Monterey will take you 4h 15m. The distance from Los Angeles to Monterey is about 266 mi.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Los Angeles to Monterey round-trip?

    United Airlines, at $181, was found to be the cheapest airline from Los Angeles to Monterey.. United Airlines is priced at 47% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Los Angeles to Monterey?

    Before booking your flight to Monterey from Los Angeles, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: SkyWest Airlines (95%), United Airlines (85%), Austrian Airlines( 85%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Monterey?

    On average you can expect to pay $356 for a flight from Los Angeles to Monterey. The cheapest flight overall is $195 while the most popular route, (Los Angeles - Monterey Regional) is currently priced at $177.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Los Angeles to Monterey?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles to Monterey?

    Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Los Angeles to Monterey (average of $277). Flying from Los Angeles to Monterey in March is currently the most expensive (average of $466). 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 airline flying from Los Angeles to Monterey

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Los Angeles 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 August 16, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$181Average$339FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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