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Cheapest round-trip
$359
Typical prices: $392-$605
Alaska Airlines
Sat 10/6Sat 10/13
ORD - MRY • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$180
Typical prices: $234-$364
Alaska Airlines
Fri 11/16
ORD - MRY • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport and Monterey. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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July
Cheapest • 18% price drop
September
Most popular
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San Francisco (SFO)
Cheapest • Avg $414 (round-trip)
Los Angeles Los Angeles (LAX)
Shortest trip • 6h 53m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Chicago to Monterey (ORD-MRY)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Chicago to Monterey

Tue, Oct 6 - Tue, Oct 13
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2:21 pm - 10:57 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-MRY Monterey Regional
10h 36m1 stop San Diego
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6:03 am - 6:53 pmMRY  Monterey Regional-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
10h 50m1 stop San Diego
$359Alaska Airlines
Fri, Oct 9 - Fri, Oct 16
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2:21 pm - 10:57 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-MRY Monterey Regional
10h 36m1 stop San Diego
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6:03 am - 6:53 pmMRY  Monterey Regional-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
10h 50m1 stop San Diego
$359Alaska Airlines
Fri, Oct 9 - Fri, Oct 16
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4:40 pm - 9:50 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-MRY Monterey Regional
7h 10m1 stop San Francisco
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10:30 am - 7:05 pmMRY  Monterey Regional-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
6h 35m1 stop Los Angeles Los Angeles
$359United Airlines
Thu, Oct 29 - Wed, Nov 18
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6:00 am - 10:55 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-MRY Monterey Regional
6h 55m1 stop San Francisco
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2:05 pm - 10:59 pmMRY  Monterey Regional-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
6h 54m1 stop Los Angeles Los Angeles
$359United Airlines
Sat, Sep 19 - Wed, Sep 23
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6:00 am - 11:47 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-MRY Monterey Regional
7h 47m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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12:50 pm - 10:31 pmMRY  Monterey Regional-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
7h 41m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$359American Airlines
Thu, Jan 7 - Mon, Jan 11
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5:00 am - 12:22 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-MRY Monterey Regional
9h 22m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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12:52 pm - 11:35 pmMRY  Monterey Regional-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
8h 43m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$359American Airlines
Wed, Dec 2 - Thu, Dec 10
Alaska Airlines Logo
2:54 pm - 11:28 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-MRY Monterey Regional
10h 34m1 stop San Diego
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6:00 am - 1:54 pmMRY  Monterey Regional-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
5h 54m1 stop San Diego
$359Alaska Airlines
Wed, Sep 30 - Wed, Oct 7
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5:00 am - 11:47 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-MRY Monterey Regional
8h 47m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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12:44 pm - 10:10 pmMRY  Monterey Regional-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
7h 26m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$359American Airlines
Sun, Nov 8 - Fri, Nov 13
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5:15 pm - 2:12 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-MRY Monterey Regional
22h 57m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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2:33 pm - 9:10 pmMRY  Monterey Regional-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
28h 37m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Houston George Bush Intcntl
$419Multiple Airlines
Thu, Sep 10 - Wed, Sep 16
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8:55 pm - 11:59 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-MRY Monterey Regional
29h 04m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl San Diego
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2:43 pm - 12:45 amMRY  Monterey Regional-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
32h 02m3 stops San Diego Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Dallas/Fort Worth
$621Multiple Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Monterey flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Monterey with more confidence.

How much is a round-trip flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Monterey?

Round-trip flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Monterey start at $359. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $392 to $605. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $359 on Alaska Airlines.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Monterey?

Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Monterey, it is 15% cheaper than the average day. Monday is the most expensive day with flight prices 15% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Monterey?

  • July is the cheapest month to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Monterey at $402 round-trip.
  • September ($630) and March ($574) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 56% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Key details for Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Monterey flights

Low season

June

Cheapest flight

$180
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 4% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 28% increase in price.
Flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Monterey

When to book flights from Chicago to Monterey

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Chicago to Monterey based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Monterey flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Monterey?

    Flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Monterey usually depart from Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) and arrive at Monterey Regional (MRY).

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Monterey?

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Monterey.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Monterey?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $414 round-trip via San Francisco (SFO), compared to $439 for nonstop.

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Monterey?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $80–$80 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Monterey?

    The Boeing 737-800 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by United Airlines. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 737 MAX 8 variants.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Monterey pass through?

    One-stop flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Monterey most commonly connect through:

    • Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) - 30% of one-stop connections
    • San Diego (SAN) - 30% of one-stop connections
    • Los Angeles Los Angeles (LAX) - 27% of one-stop connections
    • San Francisco (SFO) - 11% of one-stop connections

    Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Monterey?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 26% on the Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Monterey route. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $423 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $567, a difference of $144. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • How long is a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Monterey?

    A nonstop flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Monterey takes 0h 00m, covering 1,839 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Monterey?

    No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID, or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

  • Have flight prices from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Monterey changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $359 to $1,486. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Monterey looking right now?

    One-way fares from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Monterey are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $277, which is 6% below the typical average for this route.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Monterey?

    Flying via Los Angeles Los Angeles (LAX) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 6h 53m, compared with 7h 07m via Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) and 7h 17m via San Francisco (SFO).

  • What is the time difference between Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport and Monterey?

    Monterey is 2 hours behind Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (Pacific Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What car rental options are available at Monterey Regional Airport (MRY)?

    Monterey Regional Airport (MRY) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $22 for economy cars. Top options include:
    · Budget
    · Hertz
    · Alamo
    · Avis
    · Enterprise Rent-A-Car

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Monterey flight?

    Round-trip flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Monterey range from $392 to $605, with an average of $492 over the past 12 months. Anything below $392 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Monterey flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure instead of Monday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $423 - about $144 less than Monday (25% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Monterey trip for July. Fares historically average $402 round-trip in that month - typically $228 less than the most expensive month, which is September (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through San Francisco Airport (SFO) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $414 round-trip on this route - about $25 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Monterey Regional Airport.
    - Monterey Beach Hotel, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
    - Travelodge by Wyndham Monterey Bay
    - Bayside Inn

Everything you need to know for your flight from Chicago to Monterey

Information on your arrival and departure airports

Chicago (ORD)
Monterey (MRY)