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$137+ Cheap flights from Santa Ana to Monterey (SNA - 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 6/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SNA — MRY
May 6 — May 131
Tue 5/6
Tue 5/13
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Santa Ana to Monterey

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Santa Ana (SNA) 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 May 1, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$214
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$137
(Alaska Airlines)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$285
Provider with most accurate pricing for Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-Monterey Regional flight deals.
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From Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty to Monterey Regional
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One-way flight from Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty to Monterey Regional
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 26% potential increase in price ($165 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 13% potential price decrease ($55 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Cheapest flights from Santa Ana to Monterey
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Santa Ana to Monterey. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on May 1, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 5/166:45 amSNA - MRY
1 stop8h 24mMultiple Airlines
Mon 5/193:59 pmMRY - SNA
1 stop18h 53mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/30$214
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 5/167:25 amSNA - MRY
1 stop3h 03mUnited Airlines
Mon 5/192:37 pmMRY - SNA
1 stop5h 06mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/30$239
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
Sat 5/317:00 amSNA - MRY
2 stops11h 03mAlaska Airlines
Fri 6/66:43 pmMRY - SNA
1 stop17h 59mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 4/30$308
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
Fri 5/169:51 amSNA - MRY
2 stops13h 40mAmerican Airlines
Tue 5/206:00 amMRY - SNA
2 stops15h 49mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/30$3,284

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Santa Ana 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 May 1, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Santa Ana to Monterey that are best for you.

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Santa Ana

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Monterey

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Depart

Return

Price

Santa AnaMonterey

SNA - MRY

SNAMRY

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Fri 5/16

6:45 am-3:09 pm

1 stop8h 24m

Monterey Regional

Mon 5/19

3:59 pm-10:52 am

1 stop18h 53m

$214

Santa AnaMonterey

SNA - MRY

SNAMRY

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Fri 5/16

7:25 am-10:28 am

1 stop3h 03m

Monterey Regional

Mon 5/19

2:37 pm-7:43 pm

1 stop5h 06m

$239

Santa AnaMonterey

SNA - MRY

SNAMRY

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 6/10

10:41 am-11:31 pm

2 stops12h 50m

Monterey Regional

Tue 6/17

6:00 am-12:40 pm

2 stops30h 40m

$296

Santa AnaMonterey

SNA - MRY

SNAMRY

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Fri 5/16

9:51 am-11:31 pm

2 stops13h 40m

Monterey Regional

Tue 5/20

6:00 am-9:49 pm

2 stops15h 49m

$3,284

Santa AnaMonterey

SNA - MRY

SNAMRY

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 6/11

7:00 am-6:03 pm

2 stops11h 03m

$137

Santa AnaMonterey

SNA - MRY

SNAMRY

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Fri 5/16

6:45 am-3:09 pm

1 stop8h 24m

$146

Santa AnaMonterey

SNA - MRY

SNAMRY

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sun 6/1

7:13 pm-11:44 pm

1 stop4h 31m

$240

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Deals found on 4/30

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Santa Ana to Monterey in May.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
eDreamsPrice 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 Santa Ana-Monterey flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Santa Ana-Monterey flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Santa Ana-Monterey flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Santa Ana-Monterey flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams 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 Santa Ana-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 Santa Ana to Monterey

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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Santa Ana to Monterey

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Ana to Monterey (average of $376). Flying from Santa Ana to Monterey in June is currently the most expensive (average of $494). 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 SNA to MRY?

Find hourly flight availability from Santa Ana 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 May 1, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Santa Ana to Monterey in the afternoon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 59% on your trip compared to booking a flight at noon.

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 May 1, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Santa Ana to Monterey, see what other customers have to say about Alaska Airlines, United Airlines and American 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
9,968 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

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
9,968 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,968 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

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
8,696 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,968 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

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
9,968 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

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

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

    Currently priced at $239, United Airlines will fly you from Santa Ana to Monterey and back. In addition to United Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Alaska Airlines and American Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $296 and $3,284, respectively. These flights start at 48% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Santa Ana to Monterey?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Santa Ana 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 Santa Ana to Monterey?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Ana to Monterey (average of $376). Flying from Santa Ana to Monterey in June is currently the most expensive (average of $494). 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 Santa Ana to Monterey

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Santa Ana 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 May 1, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$238Average$354FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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