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$142+ Cheap flights from San Francisco to Monterey (SFO - 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 5/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — MRY
Mar 5 — Mar 121
Thu 3/5
Thu 3/12
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from San Francisco to Monterey

Cheapest flights from San Francisco to Monterey
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to Monterey. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 3, 2026.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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.
Tue 3/34:15 pm
SFO
-
MRY
Nonstop1h 05m
United Airlines
Tue 3/107:00 pm
MRY
-
SFO
Nonstop0h 54m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/2$179
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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.
Wed 2/189:30 pm
SFO
-
MRY
Nonstop0h 59m
United Airlines
Sun 2/226:03 pm
MRY
-
SFO
Nonstop0h 55m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/2$209
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 2/274:15 pm
SFO
-
MRY
Nonstop1h 05m
United Airlines
Tue 3/36:03 pm
MRY
-
SFO
Nonstop0h 55m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/2$239
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/216:30 pm
SFO
-
MRY
Nonstop1h 09m
United Airlines
Fri 4/247:00 pm
MRY
-
SFO
Nonstop0h 59m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/1$267
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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.
Mon 2/99:05 pm
SFO
-
MRY
Nonstop0h 54m
United Airlines
Wed 2/186:03 pm
MRY
-
SFO
Nonstop0h 55m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/2$284
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/38:11 am
SFO
-
MRY
1 stop5h 55m
Alaska Airlines
Tue 3/106:00 am
MRY
-
SFO
2 stops14h 36m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 2/2$295
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 3/286:22 pm
SFO
-
MRY
1 stop3h 58m
United Airlines
Wed 4/112:02 pm
MRY
-
SFO
Nonstop0h 58m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/1$298
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/96:25 pm
SFO
-
MRY
1 stop3h 52m
United Airlines
Sun 4/128:05 am
MRY
-
SFO
Nonstop0h 58m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/1$299
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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.
Tue 4/216:35 am
SFO
-
MRY
1 stop17h 13m
Alaska Airlines
Fri 4/246:02 am
MRY
-
SFO
1 stop16h 59m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 2/1$318

Find flight deals from San Francisco to Monterey

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Francisco (SFO) 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 February 3, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$179
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$142
(Expedia)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

June

Average price

$383
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One-way flight from San Francisco to Monterey Regional
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 19% potential increase in price ($76 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease ($16 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Average for round-trip flights in February 2026
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco 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 February 3, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Francisco to Monterey that are best for you.

Fly from

San Francisco

Fly to

Monterey

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San FranciscoMonterey

SFO - MRY

SFOMRY

San Francisco

Thu 4/9

9:30 pm-10:39 pm

Nonstop1h 09m

Monterey Regional

Sun 4/12

8:05 am-9:03 am

Nonstop0h 58m

$179

San FranciscoMonterey

SFO - MRY

SFOMRY

San Francisco

Sat 3/28

4:55 pm-6:00 pm

Nonstop1h 05m

Monterey Regional

Wed 4/1

8:05 am-9:03 am

Nonstop0h 58m

$179

San FranciscoMonterey

SFO - MRY

SFOMRY

San Francisco

Tue 3/3

4:15 pm-5:20 pm

Nonstop1h 05m

Monterey Regional

Tue 3/10

7:00 pm-7:54 pm

Nonstop0h 54m

$179

San FranciscoMonterey

SFO - MRY

SFOMRY

San Francisco

Wed 2/18

9:30 pm-10:29 pm

Nonstop0h 59m

Monterey Regional

Sun 2/22

6:03 pm-6:58 pm

Nonstop0h 55m

$209

San FranciscoMonterey

SFO - MRY

SFOMRY

San Francisco

Fri 2/27

4:15 pm-5:20 pm

Nonstop1h 05m

Monterey Regional

Tue 3/3

6:40 am-7:34 am

Nonstop0h 54m

$239

San FranciscoMonterey

SFO - MRY

SFOMRY

San Francisco

Tue 4/21

6:30 pm-7:39 pm

Nonstop1h 09m

Monterey Regional

Fri 4/24

7:00 pm-7:59 pm

Nonstop0h 59m

$267

San FranciscoMonterey

SFO - MRY

SFOMRY

San Francisco

Sat 5/30

4:25 pm-8:09 pm

1 stop3h 44m

Monterey Regional

Tue 6/2

3:30 pm-4:28 pm

Nonstop0h 58m

$299

San FranciscoMonterey

SFO - MRY

SFOMRY

San Francisco

Tue 3/3

6:40 am-11:43 pm

1 stop17h 03m

Monterey Regional

Tue 3/10

6:00 am-4:44 pm

1 stop10h 44m

$303

San FranciscoMonterey

SFO - MRY

SFOMRY

San Francisco

Mon 3/2

6:30 am-6:36 pm

1 stop12h 06m

$172

San FranciscoMonterey

SFO - MRY

SFOMRY

San Francisco

Mon 3/23

6:35 am-11:48 pm

1 stop17h 13m

$182

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Deals found on 2/1

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Compare providers for flights from San Francisco 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 San Francisco to Monterey in February.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*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 San Francisco-Monterey flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on San Francisco-Monterey flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San Francisco-Monterey flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San Francisco-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 San Francisco-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 San Francisco to Monterey

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Monterey from San Francisco with our price prediction graph.
Estimated round-trip price
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Everything you need to know about your flight from San Francisco to Monterey

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Monterey (average of $156). Flying from San Francisco to Monterey in November is currently the most expensive (average of $499). 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 SFO to MRY?

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco 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 February 3, 2026.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from San Francisco to Monterey is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the evening tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the afternoon could potentially save you up to 38% on airfare.

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 February 3, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown United Airlines from San Francisco to Monterey. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,236 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.6

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Thomas,Mar 2025

SFO - TPE

When I asked for an extra snack, I got an unhappy look from the stewardess. Geez, does one extra snack really affect the bottom line??
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,236 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,236 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.6

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Thomas,Mar 2025

SFO - TPE

When I asked for an extra snack, I got an unhappy look from the stewardess. Geez, does one extra snack really affect the bottom line??

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Francisco 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 San Francisco to Monterey?

    Monterey Regional is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Monterey from San Francisco. Booking flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Monterey Regional (MRY) should be relatively easy as there are 5 daily flights to Monterey from 1 airline. 0h 54m is how long a flight from San Francisco to Monterey Regional will take if you book a nonstop flight.

  • How long is the flight from San Francisco to Monterey?

    There are many flights that can get you from San Francisco to Monterey in 1h 09m. Fly via United Airlines to get the fastest option. There are 77 mi between San Francisco and Monterey. All flights are typically nonstop.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from San Francisco to Monterey round-trip?

    According to our current data, United Airlines ($179), offers the cheapest pricing from San Francisco to Monterey. United Airlines is currently priced 43% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from San Francisco to Monterey?

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from San Francisco to Monterey on time: Lufthansa (94%), Air Canada (84%), Air New Zealand (84%).

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from San Francisco to Monterey?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Francisco 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 San Francisco to Monterey?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Monterey (average of $156). Flying from San Francisco to Monterey in November is currently the most expensive (average of $499). 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 San Francisco to Monterey

Discover the top airline that operate flights from San Francisco 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 February 3, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$179Average$244FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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