Cheap Flights to Monterey

Q: When is the best time to fly to Monterey?

Peak Season: Monterey’s peak season takes place during California’s summer months of June to September. Hotel and flight costs will be at their yearly high during this season, so it is best to book well ahead of time to find the best deal. The majority of the local festivals take place between these months, which acts as an attraction for many of the visitors to the area. Festivals such as the Monterey Beer Festival, “Ink by the Bay” Tattoo Convention, and CIF State Golf Championship all take place in June, and attract the largest international crowds. Off Season: From December to March, the off season takes over, as much of the locals will be focused on their festive holidays. However, the flight costs and hotel room prices will be at their yearly low. Shoulder Season: The pre-summer months of April to September see pleasant temperatures of around 15-18°C. Festivals and events start to pick up, and visitors can expect to enjoy the likes of The Steinbeck Film Festival in May, or the Pebble Beach Food & Wine Festival in April. It is always ideal to book tickets and hotel rooms in advance to beat the price increases.

Popular in	January	High demand for flights, 7% potential price rise
Cheapest in	September	Best time to find cheap flights, 3% potential price drop
Average price	₱47,839	Average for round-trip flights in January 2021
Round-trip from	₱32,853	From Manila to Monterey

Flight route prices based on searches on Cheapflights within the last 3 days, monthly prices based on aggregated historical data.

Cheapest Prices for Monterey flights by month

January

₱37,930

February

₱30,294

March

₱30,266

April

₱34,821

May

₱34,596

June

₱32,693

July

₱36,723

August

₱33,886

September

₱29,911

October

₱30,235

November

₱31,294

December

₱34,144

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight to Monterey. Flying to Monterey in January will prove the most costly. There are multiple factors that influence the price of a flight so comparing airlines, departure airports and times can help keep costs down.

When is the best time to fly to Monterey?

Average San Francisco flight ticket prices and weather conditions for 2021 and 2022 by month.

MNL - SFO Price	₱29,911 - ₱69,411
SFO Temperature	15 - 25 °C
SFO Rainfall	0 - 120 mm

Peak Season:

Monterey’s peak season takes place during California’s summer months of June to September. Hotel and flight costs will be at their yearly high during this season, so it is best to book well ahead of time to find the best deal. The majority of the local festivals take place between these months, which acts as an attraction for many of the visitors to the area. Festivals such as the Monterey Beer Festival, “Ink by the Bay” Tattoo Convention, and CIF State Golf Championship all take place in June, and attract the largest international crowds.

Off Season:

From December to March, the off season takes over, as much of the locals will be focused on their festive holidays. However, the flight costs and hotel room prices will be at their yearly low.

Shoulder Season:

The pre-summer months of April to September see pleasant temperatures of around 15-18°C. Festivals and events start to pick up, and visitors can expect to enjoy the likes of The Steinbeck Film Festival in May, or the Pebble Beach Food & Wine Festival in April. It is always ideal to book tickets and hotel rooms in advance to beat the price increases.

When is the best time to book a flight to Monterey?

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight to Monterey, you should look to book at least 47 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

Which day is cheapest to fly to Monterey?

The cheapest day to fly to Monterey is usually Thursday. At the moment, Sunday is the most expensive.

What time of day is cheapest to fly to Monterey?

To get the best value, try booking a flight in the afternoon when visiting Monterey. Generally the prices will increase for flights at noon as these tend to have higher demand.

Monterey overview

The Californian city of Monterey is located in the north-west of the State, and rests on the coast with the Pacific Ocean. Throughout the city’s history, it has been a key settlement for both the Spain and Mexico. The city is brimming with attractions, restaurants, and unique shopping opportunities, as well as a selection of festivals all year round.

Packed with historical, cultural, and fun attractions, Monterey has something for everyone. For the sightseers, Monterey Bay Aquarium is one of the most popular local sites, and is brimming with exotic aquatic life. Families travelling with young ones can visit the Monterey County Youth Museum, which has plenty of fun and interactive activities.

Restaurants, bars, and nightclubs await the more mature visitors when night descends, and there is everything from jazz nights, to comedy clubs and dancing. There is also plenty of shopping to be had no matter the time of day, with an array of shopping streets as well as more unique local markets.

Getting around Monterey

Plenty of the local attractions and entertainment around the city is within walking distance, and is a great way to sightsee. There are dozens of taxi companies for hire, as well as a public bus service.

Getting from the Airport to the City

The closest airport to Monterey is Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC). There are car rental kiosks available throughout the airport, as well as shuttle bus services. Direct travel from the airport to the city is possible via the US-101.