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MRY Metamorphosis

Transforming MRY to Reflect the Vibrancy of the Monterey Region
Join us on the evolution and journey as we transform into a beautiful new gateway to the Monterey Region

Monterey Regional Airport (MRY) is undergoing a metamorphosis to make way for constructing new federally required safety enhancement projects. The MRY Metamorphosis (also known as the Safety Enhancement Program) is a multiphase transformation that includes a replacement terminal that will welcome passengers in June 2027, and will transform how the region’s residents and visitors travel. 

News from MRY

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Press Release Chris MorelloExecutive DirectorMonterey Regional Airport

Monterey Regional Airport Celebrates a New Passenger Record and Favorable Rating For Terminal Revenue Financing
MRY to Mark 85 Years of Service, Welcome a New Route and More Passenger Seats in 2026

The Monterey Regional Terminal (cira 1940s)

MONTEREY, CA, February 24, 2026 – Monterey Regional Airport (MRY) commemorates its 85th year serving locals and visitors with multiple milestones to celebrate. The airport marked a new passengers-served record in 2025. Achievements in 2026 include launching a new nonstop route, adding passenger seats to existing markets, and receiving a favorable rating for short-term terminal revenue financing.

Press Release Chris MorelloExecutive DirectorMonterey Regional Airport

Monterey Regional Airport Weaves the Natural World with the Arts in New Youth Exhibition
Featuring the Work and Stories of Talented Young Artists from Monterey County

In collaboration with the Pacific Grove Museum of Natural History, the Monterey Regional Airport presents a new temporary youth art exhibit with a focus on nature conservation and journaling.

MONTEREY, CA, February 5, 2026 – Timing perfectly with the first blooms of spring, the Monterey Regional Airport’s Art at the Airport program unveils a special exhibition: Nature Journaling: A Lens into Conservation. This exhibit, in partnership with the Pacific Grove Museum of Natural History, explores the deep connections between the human and natural worlds through nature journals and art created by Monterey County…

Press Release See MontereyMonterey Regional AirportVisit Carmel By-The-Sea

United Airlines announces seasonal nonstop service between Monterey and Chicago
From the Magnificent Mile to 17-Mile Drive: United’s new route connects two iconic destinations and marks the airline’s return to mainline service at MRY.

Downtown Chicago Waterway with Upcoming Service Banner Announcement

The Monterey Peninsula Airport District (MPAD), See Monterey, and Visit Carmel today announced new, once-weekly seasonal nonstop service between Monterey Regional Airport (MRY) and Chicago O’Hare International Airport (ORD), operated by United Airlines, beginning Saturday, May 23, 2026.

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The Central Coast is a scenic, coastal area of California that rises from the pristine Monterey Bay to pine forested hillsides with sweeping bay views.