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$151+ 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 2/19. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — MRY
Oct 11 — Oct 181
Sat 10/11
Sat 10/18
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap 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 September 11, 2025.

Round-trip from

$179
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$151
(Alaska Airlines)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

June

Average price

$179
From San Francisco to Monterey Regional
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 28% potential increase in price ($113 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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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 September 11, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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.
Thu 10/98:45 pmSFO - MRY
Nonstop0h 53mUnited Airlines
Thu 10/162:19 pmMRY - SFO
Nonstop0h 56mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/11$179
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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 9/269:30 amSFO - MRY
Nonstop1h 03mUnited Airlines
Tue 9/306:15 amMRY - SFO
Nonstop0h 56mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/11$189
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/148:45 amSFO - MRY
1 stop14h 06mHawaiian Airlines
Sat 10/186:00 amMRY - SFO
1 stop8h 01mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 9/10$235
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 10/259:28 amSFO - MRY
Nonstop1h 03mUnited Airlines
Sat 11/12:30 pmMRY - SFO
Nonstop0h 52mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/10$239
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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.
Thu 9/259:30 amSFO - MRY
Nonstop1h 03mUnited Airlines
Mon 9/292:19 pmMRY - SFO
Nonstop0h 56mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/9$249
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/258:41 amSFO - MRY
1 stop5h 32mHawaiian Airlines
Sat 11/111:14 amMRY - SFO
1 stop6h 49mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 9/10$255
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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 9/129:30 amSFO - MRY
Nonstop1h 01mUnited Airlines
Fri 9/192:20 pmMRY - SFO
Nonstop0h 55mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/11$259
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/126:13 pmSFO - MRY
1 stop5h 21mAlaska Airlines
Sun 12/146:00 amMRY - SFO
1 stop5h 03mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 9/10$326
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
Tue 10/149:30 amSFO - MRY
Nonstop1h 03mUnited Airlines
Sat 10/186:15 amMRY - SFO
Nonstop0h 56mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/10$333

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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 September 11, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Francisco to Monterey that are best for you.

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Monterey

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Depart

Return

Price

San FranciscoMonterey

SFO - MRY

SFOMRY

San Francisco

Thu 10/9

8:45 pm-9:38 pm

Nonstop0h 53m

Monterey Regional

Thu 10/16

2:19 pm-3:15 pm

Nonstop0h 56m

$179

San FranciscoMonterey

SFO - MRY

SFOMRY

San Francisco

Fri 9/26

9:30 am-10:33 am

Nonstop1h 03m

Monterey Regional

Tue 9/30

6:15 am-7:11 am

Nonstop0h 56m

$189

San FranciscoMonterey

SFO - MRY

SFOMRY

San Francisco

Tue 10/14

8:45 am-10:51 pm

1 stop14h 06m

Monterey Regional

Sat 10/18

6:00 am-2:01 pm

1 stop8h 01m

$235

San FranciscoMonterey

SFO - MRY

SFOMRY

San Francisco

Sat 10/25

9:28 am-10:31 am

Nonstop1h 03m

Monterey Regional

Sat 11/1

2:30 pm-3:22 pm

Nonstop0h 52m

$239

San FranciscoMonterey

SFO - MRY

SFOMRY

San Francisco

Thu 9/25

9:30 am-10:33 am

Nonstop1h 03m

Monterey Regional

Mon 9/29

2:19 pm-3:15 pm

Nonstop0h 56m

$249

San FranciscoMonterey

SFO - MRY

SFOMRY

San Francisco

Sat 10/25

8:41 am-2:13 pm

1 stop5h 32m

Monterey Regional

Sat 11/1

11:14 am-6:03 pm

1 stop6h 49m

$255

San FranciscoMonterey

SFO - MRY

SFOMRY

San Francisco

Fri 12/12

6:13 pm-11:34 pm

1 stop5h 21m

Monterey Regional

Sun 12/14

6:00 am-11:03 am

1 stop5h 03m

$326

San FranciscoMonterey

SFO - MRY

SFOMRY

San Francisco

Tue 10/14

9:30 am-10:33 am

Nonstop1h 03m

Monterey Regional

Sat 10/18

6:15 am-7:11 am

Nonstop0h 56m

$333

San FranciscoMonterey

SFO - MRY

SFOMRY

San Francisco

Thu 2/19

6:00 am-1:35 pm

1 stop7h 35m

$151

San FranciscoMonterey

SFO - MRY

SFOMRY

San Francisco

Tue 10/7

8:45 am-2:13 pm

1 stop5h 28m

$151

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Best time to book a flight from San Francisco to Monterey

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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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Monterey (average of $376). Flying from San Francisco to Monterey in June is currently the most expensive (average of $486). 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 September 11, 2025.

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 morning tend to be the most expensive. A flight at noon could potentially save you up to 2% 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 September 11, 2025.
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
8,937 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Food

6.6

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
8,937 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,937 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Food

6.6

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 6 daily flights to Monterey from 1 airline. 0h 53m 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 53m. Fly via United Airlines or Hawaiian Airlines to get the fastest option. There are 77 mi between San Francisco and Monterey. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • 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 35% 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: SkyWest Airlines (77%), Air Canada (77%), United Airlines (77%).

  • 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Monterey (average of $376). Flying from San Francisco to Monterey in June is currently the most expensive (average of $486). 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 September 11, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$179Average$250FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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