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Cheapest round-trip
$330
Typical prices: $398-$602
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Thu 12/20Mon 1/8
ORD - MRY • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way
$187
Typical prices: $248-$378
Multiple Airlines
Thu 12/20
ORD - MRY • 2 stops
Nonstop flights
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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 • 19% price drop
April
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San Francisco (SFO)
Cheapest • Avg $432 (round-trip)
Denver Intl (DEN)
Shortest trip • 6h 37m (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

Sun, Dec 20 - Fri, Jan 8
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7:45 am - 9:24 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-MRY Monterey Regional
39h 39m2 stops Denver Intl Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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11:22 am - 6:00 amMRY  Monterey Regional-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
16h 38m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$330Multiple Airlines
Thu, Dec 17 - Fri, Jan 8
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7:00 am - 8:10 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-MRY Monterey Regional
39h 10m2 stops Denver Intl Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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11:22 am - 6:00 amMRY  Monterey Regional-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
16h 38m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$343Multiple Airlines
Thu, Nov 12 - Mon, Nov 16
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5:15 pm - 1:43 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-MRY Monterey Regional
22h 28m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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3:07 pm - 12:21 amMRY  Monterey Regional-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
31h 14m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Denver Intl
$367Multiple Airlines
Tue, Jan 5 - Sat, Jan 9
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7:00 am - 11:43 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-MRY Monterey Regional
6h 43m1 stop Los Angeles
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8:00 am - 6:55 pmMRY  Monterey Regional-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
8h 55m1 stop Los Angeles
$374United Airlines
Tue, Dec 15 - Wed, Jan 6
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10:25 am - 2:55 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-MRY Monterey Regional
6h 30m1 stop San Francisco
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8:00 am - 6:55 pmMRY  Monterey Regional-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
8h 55m1 stop Los Angeles
$374United Airlines
Tue, Dec 15 - Thu, Dec 31
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7:27 am - 3:15 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-MRY Monterey Regional
9h 48m1 stop San Diego
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6:07 pm - 5:40 amMRY  Monterey Regional-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
9h 33m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$379Alaska Airlines
Sat, Dec 12 - Thu, Dec 31
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9:00 am - 5:32 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-MRY Monterey Regional
10h 32m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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6:07 pm - 5:40 amMRY  Monterey Regional-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
9h 33m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$379Alaska Airlines
Wed, Nov 25 - Sat, Dec 5
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4:20 pm - 9:12 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-MRY Monterey Regional
6h 52m1 stop Denver Intl
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12:17 pm - 8:40 pmMRY  Monterey Regional-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
6h 23m1 stop San Francisco
$379United Airlines
Tue, Jan 5 - Sat, Jan 9
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10:05 am - 6:42 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-MRY Monterey Regional
10h 37m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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1:14 pm - 11:59 pmMRY  Monterey Regional-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
8h 45m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Dallas/Fort Worth
$389American Airlines
Sat, Dec 19 - Fri, Dec 25
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5:00 am - 12:04 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-MRY Monterey Regional
9h 04m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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6:00 am - 6:23 pmMRY  Monterey Regional-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
10h 23m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Dallas/Fort Worth
$394American Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Monterey flights

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Monterey. It’s 15% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 24% higher.

What’s 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 ($656) and March ($574) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 63% 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

October

Cheapest flight

$187
Beat the crowds with an average 19% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 17% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Monterey

When to book flights from Chicago to Monterey

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Your Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Monterey flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

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

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Monterey:

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

  • 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 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.

  • 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 $398 to $602, with an average of $497 over the past 12 months. Anything below $398 counts as a good deal.

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

    On this route, nonstop and layover fares are close on average, with nonstop at $439 round-trip and layover options via San Francisco (SFO) at $432.

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

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

  • 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 $330 to $867. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x 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 $191, which is 38% below the typical average for this route.

  • 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

  • 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).

  • 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) - 34% of one-stop connections
    • San Diego (SAN) - 29% of one-stop connections
    • Los Angeles (LAX) - 22% of one-stop connections
    • San Francisco (SFO) - 14% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 32% on flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Monterey. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at $427 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $621, a difference of $194.

    Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

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

    Flying via Denver Intl (DEN) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 6h 37m, compared with 6h 59m via Los Angeles (LAX) and 7h 08m via Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX).

  • 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.

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 are flexible, aim for a Saturday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Saturday flights average $427, about $194 less than Sunday fares (31% 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 $254 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 $432 round-trip on this route - about $7 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
    • Blu Pacific Hotel
    • Travelodge by Wyndham Monterey Bay

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