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$59+ Cheap flights from Merced (MCE) to Riverside, CA

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 8/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MCE — LAX
Aug 23 — Aug 301
Sun 8/23
Sun 8/30
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Merced to Riverside

Cheapest flights from Merced to Riverside
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Merced to Riverside. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 24, 2026.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/20. 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.
Mon 8/179:45 am
MCE
-
LAX
Nonstop1h 35m
Contour
Mon 8/2411:55 am
LAX
-
MCE
Nonstop1h 40m
Contour
Deal found 7/20$119
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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.
Thu 8/209:45 am
MCE
-
LAX
Nonstop1h 35m
Contour
Thu 8/2711:55 am
LAX
-
MCE
Nonstop1h 40m
Contour
Deal found 7/23$122
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/21. 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 8/79:45 am
MCE
-
LAX
Nonstop1h 35m
Contour
Sun 8/911:55 am
LAX
-
MCE
Nonstop1h 40m
Contour
Deal found 7/21$123
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/19. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/29:45 am
MCE
-
LAX
Nonstop1h 35m
Contour
Thu 8/611:55 am
LAX
-
MCE
Nonstop1h 40m
Contour
Deal found 7/19$125
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/79:45 am
MCE
-
LAX
Nonstop1h 35m
Contour
Mon 8/1011:55 am
LAX
-
MCE
Nonstop1h 40m
Contour
Deal found 7/22$126
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/18. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/69:45 am
MCE
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LAX
Nonstop1h 35m
Contour
Sun 8/911:55 am
LAX
-
MCE
Nonstop1h 40m
Contour
Deal found 7/18$127
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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.
Mon 8/179:45 am
MCE
-
LAX
Nonstop1h 35m
Contour
Fri 8/2111:55 am
LAX
-
MCE
Nonstop1h 40m
Contour
Deal found 7/23$128
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/21. 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.
Mon 8/39:45 am
MCE
-
LAX
Nonstop1h 35m
Contour
Thu 8/611:55 am
LAX
-
MCE
Nonstop1h 40m
Contour
Deal found 7/21$137
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/19. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/149:45 am
MCE
-
LAX
Nonstop1h 35m
Contour
Thu 9/1711:55 am
LAX
-
MCE
Nonstop1h 40m
Contour
Deal found 7/19$138
This Contour deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/21. 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 Contour is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/319:45 am
MCE
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LAX
Nonstop1h 35m
Contour
Tue 9/111:55 am
LAX
-
MCE
Nonstop1h 40m
Contour
Deal found 7/21$139

Find flight deals from Merced to Riverside

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Merced to Riverside flight deals. Data was last updated July 24, 2026.

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FlightHub
3 stars

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FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$119
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$59
(Booking.com)
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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Merced to Riverside that are best for you.

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Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip
Quickest round-trip

MercedLos Angeles

MCE - LAX

MCELAX

Merced Municipal

Thu 8/20

9:45 am-11:20 am

Nonstop1h 35m

Los Angeles

Thu 8/27

11:55 am-1:35 pm

Nonstop1h 40m

$122

MercedLos Angeles

MCE - LAX

MCELAX

Merced Municipal

Fri 8/7

9:45 am-11:20 am

Nonstop1h 35m

Los Angeles

Tue 8/11

11:55 am-1:35 pm

Nonstop1h 40m

$123

MercedLos Angeles

MCE - LAX

MCELAX

Merced Municipal

Sun 8/2

9:45 am-11:20 am

Nonstop1h 35m

Los Angeles

Thu 8/6

11:55 am-1:35 pm

Nonstop1h 40m

$125

MercedLos Angeles

MCE - LAX

MCELAX

Merced Municipal

Fri 8/7

9:45 am-11:20 am

Nonstop1h 35m

Los Angeles

Mon 8/10

11:55 am-1:35 pm

Nonstop1h 40m

$126

MercedLos Angeles

MCE - LAX

MCELAX

Merced Municipal

Mon 8/31

9:45 am-11:20 am

Nonstop1h 35m

Los Angeles

Tue 9/1

11:55 am-1:35 pm

Nonstop1h 40m

$139

MercedLos Angeles

MCE - LAX

MCELAX

Merced Municipal

Wed 8/5

9:45 am-11:20 am

Nonstop1h 35m

Los Angeles

Sun 8/9

11:55 am-1:35 pm

Nonstop1h 40m

$139

MercedLos Angeles

MCE - LAX

MCELAX

Merced Municipal

Thu 8/6

9:45 am-11:20 am

Nonstop1h 35m

Los Angeles

Mon 8/10

11:55 am-1:35 pm

Nonstop1h 40m

$139

MercedLos Angeles

MCE - LAX

MCELAX

Merced Municipal

Tue 8/4

9:45 am-11:20 am

Nonstop1h 35m

Los Angeles

Sat 8/8

11:55 am-1:35 pm

Nonstop1h 40m

$139
Cheapest one-way
Quickest one-way

MercedLos Angeles

MCE - LAX

MCELAX

Merced Municipal

Wed 8/5

9:45 am-11:20 am

Nonstop1h 35m

$59

MercedLos Angeles

MCE - LAX

MCELAX

Merced Municipal

Thu 8/6

9:45 am-11:20 am

Nonstop1h 35m

$60

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What is the cheapest time of day to fly from MCE to R1V?

Find hourly flight availability from Merced to Riverside. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated July 24, 2026.

When flying from Merced to Riverside, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Weekly flight availability from Merced to Riverside

Explore weekly flight availability from Merced to Riverside. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated July 24, 2026.

The most flights from MCE to R1V are scheduled on a Monday (1 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 on average).

Reviews of airlines servicing Riverside

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Riverside. 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 Riverside. Reviews last updated July 24, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Contour from Merced to Riverside. 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.
Contour
7.7
Good
42 reviews

Comfort

7.4

Food

6.9

Entertainment

6.2

Overall

7.7

Crew

8.0

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2025

CLT - PAH

The steward on my flight from Charlotte to Paducah was the kindest person I’ve ever met. He made everyone feel comfortable, and even laugh a little. Not to mention his hair was top tier. He deserves a raise. Xoxo
Contour
7.7
Good
42 reviews
Contour
7.7
Good
42 reviews

Comfort

7.4

Food

6.9

Entertainment

6.2

Overall

7.7

Crew

8.0

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2025

CLT - PAH

The steward on my flight from Charlotte to Paducah was the kindest person I’ve ever met. He made everyone feel comfortable, and even laugh a little. Not to mention his hair was top tier. He deserves a raise. Xoxo

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Merced to Riverside. 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 from for flights from Merced to Riverside?

    Merced Municipal (MCE) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from Merced to Riverside. You should not have trouble finding flights to Riverside from Merced Municipal; the airport handles an average of 1 outbound flight to Riverside per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 1 airline has flights from the Merced airport to Riverside. It is only a 2.1 mi journey to Merced Municipal (MCE) from Merced’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from Merced to Riverside?

    There are many flights that can get you from Merced to Riverside in 1h 35m. Fly via Contour to get the fastest option. Airlines will cover a distance of 259 mi. Generally, flights for this route are nonstop.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Merced to Riverside?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $57. While the most popular route (Merced Municipal - Los Angeles) can be booked for $122 on average, our data indicates $118 when flying from Merced to Riverside.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Merced to Riverside that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Merced to Riverside?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Merced to Riverside?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Merced to Riverside by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

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Top airline flying from Merced to Riverside

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Merced to Riverside. 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 July 24, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
ContourCheapest$121Average$145FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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