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Flight deals from San Diego International to Carmel Monterey Peninsula

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from San Diego International Airport to Carmel Monterey Peninsula Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $337. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Carmel.$329 per passenger.Departing Thu, 2 Jul, returning Mon, 6 Jul.Return flight with Alaska Airlines and Allegiant Air.Outbound indirect flight with Alaska Airlines, departs from San Diego International on Thu, 2 Jul, arriving in Carmel Monterey Peninsula.Inbound indirect flight with Allegiant Air, departs from Carmel Monterey Peninsula on Mon, 6 Jul, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $329, select.
Carmel.$336 per passenger.Departing Fri, 4 Sep, returning Tue, 8 Sep.Return flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from San Diego International on Fri, 4 Sep, arriving in Carmel Monterey Peninsula.Inbound indirect flight with United, departs from Carmel Monterey Peninsula on Tue, 8 Sep, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $336, select.
Carmel.$337 per passenger.Departing Fri, 12 Jun, returning Fri, 19 Jun.Return flight with Alaska Airlines and Allegiant Air.Outbound indirect flight with Alaska Airlines, departs from San Diego International on Fri, 12 Jun, arriving in Carmel Monterey Peninsula.Inbound indirect flight with Allegiant Air, departs from Carmel Monterey Peninsula on Fri, 19 Jun, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $337, select.
Carmel.$438 per passenger.Departing Thu, 12 Nov, returning Thu, 19 Nov.Return flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from San Diego International on Thu, 12 Nov, arriving in Carmel Monterey Peninsula.Inbound indirect flight with United, departs from Carmel Monterey Peninsula on Thu, 19 Nov, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $438, select.
Carmel.$648 per passenger.Departing Sun, 14 Mar, returning Sun, 21 Mar.Return flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from San Diego International on Sun, 14 Mar, arriving in Carmel Monterey Peninsula.Inbound indirect flight with United, departs from Carmel Monterey Peninsula on Sun, 21 Mar, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $648, select.
Carmel.$742 per passenger.Departing Sat, 30 May, returning Sun, 31 May.Return flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from San Diego International on Sat, 30 May, arriving in Carmel Monterey Peninsula.Inbound indirect flight with United, departs from Carmel Monterey Peninsula on Sun, 31 May, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $742, select.
Carmel.$944 per passenger.Departing Sat, 28 Nov, returning Sat, 5 Dec.Return flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from San Diego International on Sat, 28 Nov, arriving in Carmel Monterey Peninsula.Inbound indirect flight with United, departs from Carmel Monterey Peninsula on Sat, 5 Dec, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $944, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from San Diego International to Carmel Monterey Peninsula

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like San Diego International to Carmel Monterey Peninsula flights are currently cheapest in July.
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Direct flights from San Diego International to Carmel Monterey Peninsula

San Diego International to Carmel Monterey Peninsula: Alternative routes

Compare routes from San Diego International to Carmel below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Carmel Monterey Peninsula.

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San Diego to Carmel: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$329
Cheapest month to flyJuly
Average flight time1 hr, 32 mins
Most popular airlineAlaska Airlines
Average flights per week54

Finding cheap flights from San Diego International to Carmel Monterey Peninsula: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from San Diego International to Carmel Monterey Peninsula is $329. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
1 hour and 32 minutes is the average flight time from San Diego International to Carmel Monterey Peninsula.
Alaska Airlines, Horizon Air and American Airlines fly direct from San Diego International to Carmel Monterey Peninsula.
As of May 2026, there are 54 flights per week flying from San Diego International to Carmel Monterey Peninsula.
The cheapest month to fly from San Diego International to Carmel Monterey Peninsula is usually July.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from San Diego International Airport to Carmel Monterey Peninsula Airport on Thursday, 2 July 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 32 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Carmel Monterey Peninsula but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Carmel is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Alaska Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Carmel Monterey Peninsula.

Flying from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to Monterey Regional Airport (MRY): what you need to know

  • Around 1 hour 25 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from San Diego International Airport to Monterey Regional Airport.

  • Choose from 14 weekly San Diego International Airport to Monterey Regional Airport flights. The 10:20 departure with Alaska Airlines is the earliest you can take. Alaska Airlines operates the last service of the day at 20:59.

  • Your SAN to MRY flight won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.

  • Be prepared for longer lines during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.

  • Alaska Airlines offers direct flights from San Diego International Airport to Monterey Regional Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to tick off the sights in Carmel — and maybe even more of United States if you have time.

  • The majority of travellers choose to fly with Alaska Airlines on this route.

  • Among carriers operating SAN to MRY flights, Alaska Airlines has the highest rate of on-time arrivals.

  • Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from San Diego International Airport to Monterey Regional Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between SAN and MRY:

    • San Francisco International Airport

    • Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport

    • Los Angeles International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to Monterey Regional Airport (MRY)

  • The lowest price we've found for a one-way San Diego International Airport to Monterey Regional Airport flight is $173. A return ticket is currently $329. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.

  • Book six months before travelling. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from SAN to MRY.

  • The cheapest month for flights from San Diego International Airport to Monterey Regional Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have flexible travel dates.

  • You won't have to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment there's a better deal on cheap flights from SAN to MRY.

  • Find the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from San Diego International Airport to Monterey Regional Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.

Handy information about San Diego International Airport (SAN)

  • SAN is located at Airport Drive.

  • Of all flights leaving San Diego International Airport, 71.38% arrive on time at their destination.

  • To get to San Diego International Airport from central San Diego, it takes around 10 minutes by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 5 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

  • Expect a journey time of about 20 minutes on public transport.

  • Need a handy hotel close to SAN? If you're catching an early flight from San Diego International Airport to Monterey Regional Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure gate:

Arriving at Monterey Regional Airport (MRY)

Getting from Monterey Regional Airport (MRY) to central Carmel

  • You'll find MRY at 200 Fred Kane Drive, Suite 200.

  • Monterey Regional Airport to the centre of Carmel has a drive time of about 10 minutes. It's approximately 11 kilometres away.

  • When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 45 minutes.

When to fly to Monterey Regional Airport (MRY)

  • It's time to pick your dates for your flight from San Diego International Airport to Monterey Regional Airport. October is the most popular month to head to Carmel. If you prefer a quieter vibe, go in January.

  • Lock in your flight from San Diego International Airport to Monterey Regional Airport for September if you want to go to Carmel during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 11ºC (52ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF).

  • If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from SAN to MRY in February. Average temperatures are between 5ºC (41ºF) and 17ºC (63ºF) then.

Explore more of United States

  • Los Angeles is just one of the many places in United States waiting to be explored once you've seen Carmel. Around 434 kilometres away to the south-east, its best attractions include Griffith Observatory, The Broad and La Brea Tar Pits & Museum.

  • If you're eager to discover another major destination in United States, head for San Jose, roughly 88 kilometres north of Carmel. Winchester Mystery House, Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum and San Jose Museum of Art are key highlights.

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