Flying from Monterey Regional Airport (MRY) to San Diego International Airport (SAN): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Monterey Regional Airport to San Diego International Airport is 1 hour 20 minutes.
San Diego's timezone is UTC-7, which is the same as Carmel.
Flights from MRY to SAN start from 06:00 — the first with Alaska Airlines. The latest departure is at 15:23 with Alaska Airlines. Overall, you can choose from 14 weekly Monterey Regional Airport to San Diego International Airport flights.
Your MRY to SAN flight won't wait if you're running late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're traveling internationally.
Traveling during a peak time such as October? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues and delays at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Alaska Airlines is your gateway to exploring San Diego (and maybe even some other exciting corners of United States!). Browse the direct flights from Monterey Regional Airport to San Diego International Airport offered by this popular carrier.
The majority of passengers choose to travel with Alaska Airlines on this route.
The most punctual carrier that operates MRY to SAN flights is Alaska Airlines. Its services arrive as scheduled 66.36% of the time.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Monterey Regional Airport to San Diego International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Stopovers between MRY and SAN include:
San Francisco International Airport
Los Angeles International Airport
Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport)
How to find the cheapest flights from Monterey Regional Airport (MRY) to San Diego International Airport (SAN)
Currently, $88 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Monterey Regional Airport to San Diego International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $125. Remember that fares could change due to availability at the time of booking.
Book six months before flying. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from MRY to SAN.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Monterey Regional Airport to San Diego International Airport. If you need to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares across every month.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from MRY to SAN by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
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Handy information about Monterey Regional Airport (MRY)
MRY's address is 200 Fred Kane Drive, Suite 200.
Monterey Regional Airport scores high marks for on-time performance. 80.02% of flights that depart MRY arrive at their destination without delay.
Monterey Regional Airport is around 7 miles from central Carmel. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the center, it'll take you 10 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The journey on public transport will take about 45 minutes.
Searching for a handy hotel near MRY? If you're catching an early flight from Monterey Regional Airport to San Diego International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at San Diego International Airport (SAN)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Monterey Regional Airport to San Diego International Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near SAN instead:
Pick up a San Diego International Airport rental car and explore San Diego and beyond with your own wheels. Thrifty, Dollar and Budget are leading providers you can book with here.
Booking your ride from San Diego International Airport about two weeks ahead can help you get the best possible rate.
Getting from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to central San Diego
SAN is located at Airport Drive.
San Diego International Airport to central San Diego has a drive time of around 10 minutes. It's approximately 3 miles away.
It'll take around 20 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to San Diego International Airport (SAN)
The quietest month for a flight from Monterey Regional Airport to San Diego International Airport is May, while July is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to visit San Diego based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
The warmest month in San Diego is August, with temperatures ranging between 63ºF and 82ºF. Lock in your flights from Monterey Regional Airport to San Diego International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
February sees average temperatures of between 45ºF and 73ºF. Search for cheap tickets from MRY to SAN sometime around then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of United States
You've visited San Diego, now it's time to discover other parts of United States. Travel around 110 miles north-west to Los Angeles to tick off its popular sights. From Griffith Observatory to The Broad and La Brea Tar Pits & Museum, your itinerary will be busy.
If you're looking to explore another great destination in United States, consider Phoenix, roughly 300 miles east of San Diego. Desert Botanical Garden, Heard Museum and Papago Park are the start of reasons to visit.