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Cheapest round-trip
$359
Typical prices: $372-$627
United Airlines
Sat 11/24Mon 12/3
MCI - MRY • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$423
Typical prices: $283-$348
United Airlines
Thu 10/18
MCI - MRY • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Kansas City and Monterey. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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December
Cheapest • 31% price drop
March
Most popular
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Top layover airports
San Francisco (SFO)
Cheapest • Avg $357 (round-trip)
Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX)
Shortest trip • 5h 54m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Kansas City to Monterey (MCI-MRY)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Kansas City to Monterey

Tue, Nov 24 - Thu, Dec 3
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4:00 pm - 8:29 pmMCI  Kansas City-MRY Monterey Regional
6h 29m1 stop Los Angeles
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8:20 am - 6:08 pmMRY  Monterey Regional-MCI Kansas City
7h 48m1 stop San Francisco
$359United Airlines
Fri, Oct 16 - Wed, Oct 21
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5:35 pm - 9:50 pmMCI  Kansas City-MRY Monterey Regional
6h 15m1 stop San Francisco
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5:10 am - 12:42 pmMRY  Monterey Regional-MCI Kansas City
5h 32m1 stop Denver Intl
$359United Airlines
Fri, Oct 16 - Tue, Oct 20
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4:20 pm - 8:01 pmMCI  Kansas City-MRY Monterey Regional
5h 41m1 stop Los Angeles
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5:10 am - 12:42 pmMRY  Monterey Regional-MCI Kansas City
5h 32m1 stop Denver Intl
$359United Airlines
Fri, Oct 16 - Wed, Oct 21
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4:20 pm - 8:01 pmMCI  Kansas City-MRY Monterey Regional
5h 41m1 stop Los Angeles
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5:10 am - 12:42 pmMRY  Monterey Regional-MCI Kansas City
5h 32m1 stop Denver Intl
$359United Airlines
Thu, Oct 29 - Mon, Nov 2
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1:37 pm - 2:51 pmMCI  Kansas City-MRY Monterey Regional
27h 14m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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4:31 pm - 7:47 pmMRY  Monterey Regional-MCI Kansas City
25h 16m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Denver Intl
$405Multiple Airlines
Tue, Nov 24 - Thu, Dec 3
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1:59 pm - 6:54 pmMCI  Kansas City-MRY Monterey Regional
6h 55m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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12:34 pm - 11:36 pmMRY  Monterey Regional-MCI Kansas City
9h 02m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$421American Airlines
Tue, Nov 24 - Thu, Dec 3
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1:59 pm - 6:54 pmMCI  Kansas City-MRY Monterey Regional
6h 55m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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12:49 pm - 12:24 amMRY  Monterey Regional-MCI Kansas City
9h 35m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
$426American Airlines
Thu, Oct 29 - Mon, Nov 2
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3:17 pm - 4:51 pmMCI  Kansas City-MRY Monterey Regional
27h 34m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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4:51 pm - 1:56 pmMRY  Monterey Regional-MCI Kansas City
19h 05m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$429Alaska Airlines
Fri, Oct 16 - Wed, Oct 21
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2:30 pm - 6:43 pmMCI  Kansas City-MRY Monterey Regional
6h 13m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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12:44 pm - 11:23 pmMRY  Monterey Regional-MCI Kansas City
8h 39m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$429American Airlines
Mon, Nov 23 - Fri, Dec 4
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1:29 pm - 7:39 pmMCI  Kansas City-MRY Monterey Regional
8h 10m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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11:31 am - 7:35 pmMRY  Monterey Regional-MCI Kansas City
30h 04m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Denver Intl
$472Multiple Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Kansas City to Monterey flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Kansas City to Monterey?

Round-trip flights from Kansas City to Monterey start at $359. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $372 to $627. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $359 on United Airlines.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Kansas City to Monterey?

Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Kansas City to Monterey, it is 21% cheaper than the average day. Friday is the most expensive day with flight prices 50% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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Key details for Kansas City to Monterey flights

Low season

August

Cheapest flight

$423
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 30% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 90% increase in price.
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When to book flights from Kansas City to Monterey

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Kansas City 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 Kansas City 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 Kansas City to Monterey?

    Flights from Kansas City to Monterey usually depart from Kansas City (MCI) and arrive at Monterey Regional (MRY).

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Kansas City to Monterey?

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Kansas City to Monterey.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Kansas City to Monterey pass through?

    One-stop flights from Kansas City to Monterey most commonly connect through:

    • Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) - 53% of one-stop connections
    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 27% of one-stop connections
    • San Francisco (SFO) - 13% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 7% 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 Kansas City to Monterey?

    On the Kansas City to Monterey route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 47%. Saturday is the cheapest day at $368 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $692: a $324 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • How long is a flight from Kansas City to Monterey?

    A nonstop flight from Kansas City to Monterey takes 0h 00m, covering 1,483 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Kansas City 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 Kansas City 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 $1,551. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Kansas City to Monterey looking right now?

    One-way fares from Kansas City to Monterey are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $464, which is 43% above the typical average for this route.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Kansas City to Monterey?

    Flying via Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 54m, compared with 6h 13m via Denver Intl (DEN) and 6h 38m via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW).

  • What is the time difference between Kansas City and Monterey?

    Monterey is 2 hours behind Kansas City (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 Kansas City to Monterey flight?

    Round-trip flights from Kansas City to Monterey range from $372 to $627, with an average of $461 over the past 12 months. Anything below $372 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Kansas City 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 Saturday departure instead of Friday. On this route, Saturday flights average $368 - about $324 less than Friday (47% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Kansas City to Monterey trip for December. Fares historically average $318 round-trip in that month - typically $560 less than the most expensive month, which is March (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

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