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$126+ Cheap flights from Monterey to Santa Ana, CA (MRY - SNA)

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 8/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MRY — SNA
Aug 31 — Sep 71
Mon 8/31
Mon 9/7
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Monterey to Santa Ana

Cheapest flights from Monterey to Santa Ana
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Monterey to Santa Ana. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on August 1, 2026.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/1010:04 pm
MRY
-
SNA
1 stop17h 16m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 8/137:53 pm
SNA
-
MRY
1 stop25h 21m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/30$281
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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.
Sat 8/223:36 pm
MRY
-
SNA
1 stop5h 15m
United Airlines
Sat 8/299:42 am
SNA
-
MRY
1 stop5h 19m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/30$299
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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 9/123:38 pm
MRY
-
SNA
1 stop5h 13m
United Airlines
Thu 9/176:32 pm
SNA
-
MRY
1 stop3h 27m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/31$316
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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 9/113:36 pm
MRY
-
SNA
1 stop5h 15m
United Airlines
Thu 9/176:32 pm
SNA
-
MRY
1 stop3h 27m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/31$366
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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.
Sat 9/512:15 pm
MRY
-
SNA
1 stop6h 32m
United Airlines
Wed 9/91:08 pm
SNA
-
MRY
1 stop8h 02m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/30$369
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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 7/288:00 am
MRY
-
SNA
1 stop5h 45m
United Airlines
Mon 8/36:20 pm
SNA
-
MRY
1 stop5h 27m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/27$379
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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 8/112:28 pm
MRY
-
SNA
1 stop6h 23m
United Airlines
Sat 8/156:27 pm
SNA
-
MRY
1 stop3h 32m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/27$399
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 10/218:30 am
MRY
-
SNA
1 stop5h 33m
United Airlines
Sat 10/247:30 am
SNA
-
MRY
1 stop5h 36m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/28$404
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 7/3112:00 pm
MRY
-
SNA
1 stop3h 31m
United Airlines
Mon 8/36:20 pm
SNA
-
MRY
1 stop5h 27m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/29$415
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 8/273:36 pm
MRY
-
SNA
1 stop5h 15m
United Airlines
Thu 9/36:27 pm
SNA
-
MRY
1 stop3h 32m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/28$417
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 12/116:30 am
MRY
-
SNA
1 stop3h 14m
United Airlines
Mon 12/146:28 pm
SNA
-
MRY
1 stop3h 09m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/30$418

Find flight deals from Monterey to Santa Ana

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Monterey (MRY) to Santa Ana (SNA). 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 1, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$299
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$126
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$348
Provider with most accurate pricing for Monterey Regional-Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty flight deals.
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From Monterey Regional to Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
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One-way flight from Monterey Regional to Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price ($60 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 8% potential price decrease ($44 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Average for round-trip flights in August 2026
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from Monterey to Santa Ana 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 1, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Monterey to Santa Ana that are best for you.

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

MontereySanta Ana

MRY - SNA

MRYSNA

Monterey Regional

Fri 9/11

3:36 pm-8:51 pm

1 stop5h 15m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 9/17

6:32 pm-9:59 pm

1 stop3h 27m

$366

MontereySanta Ana

MRY - SNA

MRYSNA

Monterey Regional

Sat 9/5

12:15 pm-6:47 pm

1 stop6h 32m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 9/9

1:08 pm-9:10 pm

1 stop8h 02m

$389

MontereySanta Ana

MRY - SNA

MRYSNA

Monterey Regional

Tue 8/11

2:28 pm-8:51 pm

1 stop6h 23m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sat 8/15

6:27 pm-9:59 pm

1 stop3h 32m

$399

MontereySanta Ana

MRY - SNA

MRYSNA

Monterey Regional

Wed 10/21

8:30 am-2:03 pm

1 stop5h 33m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sat 10/24

7:30 am-1:06 pm

1 stop5h 36m

$404
Quickest round-trip

MontereySanta Ana

MRY - SNA

MRYSNA

Monterey Regional

Fri 12/11

6:30 am-9:44 am

1 stop3h 14m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Mon 12/14

6:28 pm-9:37 pm

1 stop3h 09m

$418

MontereySanta Ana

MRY - SNA

MRYSNA

Monterey Regional

Tue 9/8

6:23 pm-1:49 pm

1 stop19h 26m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Fri 9/11

7:13 pm-5:46 pm

1 stop22h 33m

$453

MontereySanta Ana

MRY - SNA

MRYSNA

Monterey Regional

Sat 9/5

6:23 pm-10:13 am

1 stop15h 50m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 9/9

1:09 pm-11:59 pm

2 stops10h 50m

$458

MontereySanta Ana

MRY - SNA

MRYSNA

Monterey Regional

Fri 8/14

8:36 am-12:06 pm

1 stop3h 30m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sun 8/16

4:11 pm-9:59 pm

1 stop5h 48m

$479

MontereySanta Ana

MRY - SNA

MRYSNA

Monterey Regional

Wed 10/21

6:00 am-3:56 pm

2 stops9h 56m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sat 10/24

6:47 am-10:57 pm

2 stops16h 10m

$493

MontereySanta Ana

MRY - SNA

MRYSNA

Monterey Regional

Wed 8/19

8:36 am-1:53 pm

1 stop5h 17m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sun 8/23

6:27 pm-9:59 pm

1 stop3h 32m

$528

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

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

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Monterey to Santa Ana, California (average of $70). Flying from Monterey to Santa Ana, California in March is currently the most expensive (average of $1,053). 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.

Reviews of airlines servicing Santa Ana

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Santa Ana. 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 Santa Ana. Reviews last updated August 1, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with United Airlines from Monterey to Santa Ana to help guide your decision. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,062 reviews

Food

6.7

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Simon,Jun 2024

LAS - LAX

Basic and no-frills. Late timing put pressure on disembarking and making connections.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,062 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,062 reviews

Food

6.7

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Simon,Jun 2024

LAS - LAX

Basic and no-frills. Late timing put pressure on disembarking and making connections.

Related info for your journey

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

  • How long is the flight from Monterey to Santa Ana, California?

    A quick flight from Monterey to Santa Ana, California can take about 5h 15m. United Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $366. The distance from Monterey to Santa Ana, California is about 301 mi.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Monterey to Santa Ana, California round-trip?

    Currently priced at $288, United Airlines will fly you from Monterey to Santa Ana, California and back. In addition to United Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. United Airlines is priced at 49% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Monterey to Santa Ana, California (average of $70). Flying from Monterey to Santa Ana, California in March is currently the most expensive (average of $1,053). 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 Monterey to Santa Ana

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Monterey to Santa Ana. 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 1, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$288Average$551FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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