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Cheapest round-trip
$339
Typical prices: $318-$607
United Airlines
Tue 12/11Fri 12/14
SNA - MRY • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$124
Typical prices: $258-$384
Multiple Airlines
Mon 11/19
SNA - MRY • 2 stops
When to travel
Cheapest • 45% price drop
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Cheapest • Avg $207 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 4h 10m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Santa Ana to Monterey (SNA-MRY)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Santa Ana to Monterey

Fri, Dec 11 - Sun, Dec 13
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6:19 pm - 9:59 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-MRY Monterey Regional
3h 40m1 stop San Francisco
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12:17 pm - 6:45 pmMRY  Monterey Regional-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
6h 28m1 stop San Francisco
$339United Airlines
Fri, Dec 11 - Mon, Dec 14
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6:19 pm - 9:59 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-MRY Monterey Regional
3h 40m1 stop San Francisco
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6:30 am - 12:06 pmMRY  Monterey Regional-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
5h 36m1 stop San Francisco
$339United Airlines
Wed, Nov 18 - Sun, Nov 22
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7:00 am - 12:59 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-MRY Monterey Regional
5h 59m1 stop San Francisco
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12:19 pm - 6:44 pmMRY  Monterey Regional-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
6h 25m1 stop San Francisco
$339United Airlines
Thu, Jan 7 - Sun, Jan 10
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9:49 am - 2:55 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-MRY Monterey Regional
5h 06m1 stop San Francisco
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7:00 am - 11:55 amMRY  Monterey Regional-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
4h 55m1 stop San Francisco
$339United Airlines
Mon, Nov 9 - Fri, Nov 13
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7:30 am - 2:12 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-MRY Monterey Regional
6h 42m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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2:33 pm - 7:11 pmMRY  Monterey Regional-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
4h 38m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$348Multiple Airlines
Mon, Nov 30 - Mon, Dec 7
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3:17 pm - 8:31 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-MRY Monterey Regional
5h 14m1 stop San Francisco
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8:20 am - 12:06 pmMRY  Monterey Regional-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
3h 46m1 stop San Francisco
$364United Airlines
Sat, Nov 14 - Wed, Nov 18
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9:36 am - 12:59 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-MRY Monterey Regional
3h 23m1 stop San Francisco
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2:25 pm - 6:44 pmMRY  Monterey Regional-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
4h 19m1 stop San Francisco
$364United Airlines
Wed, Nov 11 - Sun, Nov 15
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6:28 pm - 9:34 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-MRY Monterey Regional
3h 06m1 stop San Francisco
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6:30 am - 12:07 pmMRY  Monterey Regional-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
5h 37m1 stop San Francisco
$369United Airlines
Sat, Feb 20 - Tue, Feb 23
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6:49 am - 1:08 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-MRY Monterey Regional
6h 19m1 stop Denver Intl
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12:49 pm - 9:13 pmMRY  Monterey Regional-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
8h 24m1 stop Denver Intl
$429United Airlines
Wed, Dec 9 - Wed, Dec 16
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8:10 pm - 11:46 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-MRY Monterey Regional
27h 36m2 stops San Francisco San Diego
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6:00 am - 4:39 pmMRY  Monterey Regional-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
10h 39m2 stops San Diego San Francisco
$431Alaska Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Santa Ana to Monterey flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Santa Ana to Monterey?

Round-trip flights from Santa Ana to Monterey typically range from $318 to $607. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $339, on United Airlines.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Santa Ana to Monterey?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Santa Ana to Monterey. It’s 27% cheaper than the average day, while Friday is the most expensive, with prices 60% higher.

Key details for Santa Ana to Monterey flights

Low season

January

Cheapest flight

$124
Beat the crowds with an average 58% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 25% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Santa Ana to Monterey

When to book flights from Santa Ana to Monterey

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Santa Ana 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 Santa Ana 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 Santa Ana to Monterey?

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Santa Ana to Monterey.

  • How long is a flight from Santa Ana to Monterey?

    There are currently no nonstop flights available from Santa Ana to Monterey. Flights with 1 layover take between 4h 10m and 18h 58m in total, depending on the connection.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Santa Ana 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 Santa Ana to Monterey flight?

    Round-trip flights from Santa Ana to Monterey range from $318 to $607, with an average of $454 over the past 12 months. Anything below $318 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from Santa Ana 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 $339 to $1,755. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Santa Ana to Monterey looking right now?

    One-way fares from Santa Ana to Monterey are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $212, which is 21% 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 averaging $80 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Budget
    • Hertz
    • Alamo
    • Avis
    • Enterprise Rent-A-Car

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Santa Ana to Monterey?

    Flights from Santa Ana to Monterey usually depart from Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty (SNA) and arrive at Monterey Regional (MRY).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Santa Ana to Monterey pass through?

    One-stop flights from Santa Ana to Monterey most commonly connect through:

    • San Francisco (SFO) - 94% of one-stop connections
    • Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) - 3% of one-stop connections
    • Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA) - 3% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Santa Ana to Monterey?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 55% on flights from Santa Ana to Monterey. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $332 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $727, a difference of $395.

    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 much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Santa Ana to Monterey?

    Flying via San Francisco (SFO) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 10m, compared with 16h 23m via Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) and 18h 58m via Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA).

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Santa Ana to Monterey flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • JSX: a cabin bag in Economy Class class

    Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Your guide to booking Santa Ana 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 Thursday departure and avoid flying on Friday. On this route, Thursday flights average $332, about $395 less than Friday fares (54% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Santa Ana to Monterey trip for January. Fares historically average $248 round-trip in that month - typically $479 less than the most expensive month, which is July (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
    • Blu Pacific Hotel

More options for your flight from Santa Ana to Monterey

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