Locals and visitors choose Monterey Regional Airport (MRY) for its convenience and superior services. The airport team and partners are delivering an elevated experience through offering nonstop flights to the places passengers want to go most.

Whether traveling for business or reconnecting with family and friends, your local airport can get you to the northwest, Southern California, the Sun Belt, Rocky Mountains, the great state of Texas, the Midwest, or an international city. Start your journey from MRY, which offers nonstop service to nine markets on an average of 17 daily departures on national and global airlines. Book tickets by visiting www.montereyairport.com.

Pacific Northwest

Seattle is always a good idea year round for its business opportunities, seafood, coffee, city tours by land and water, and natural beauty. A popular destination from MRY on Alaska Airlines, you’ll land at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport. Explore this exciting urban city situated within four major bodies of water: Puget Sound, Lake Washington, Lake Union, and Elliott Bay.

Southern California

Fly from MRY to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) on United Airlines and you’ll arrive in the heart of SoCal. LAX is conveniently located near to the many inland and beach cities in demand by those traveling for business, leisure, and visiting loved ones.

San Diego is the second largest populated city in California and is known for its beautiful beaches, culture, and visitor attractions. Get there on Alaska Airlines’ 90-minute flight from MRY and you’ll wonder why you haven’t returned sooner.

Las Vegas and Phoenix

Las Vegas and Phoenix are in-demand destinations for sun and fun. The warm and dry climates are a draw for business conferences, spring training, spa weekends, and major sporting and music events.

Fly from MRY to Las Vegas, the Entertainment Capital of the World, on Allegiant Airlines. You’ll experience world-class hospitality and unique attractions such as the Sphere, music residencies, and Cirque du Soleil shows.

Phoenix is just a two-hour flight from MRY on American Airlines. Enjoy visiting this warm and welcoming city, and continue your journey by land to other nearby cities including Scottsdale, Tempe, and Tucson.

Rocky Mountains

Denver—also called the Mile High City due to being situated a mile above sea level—is the capital of Colorado and a starting point for outdoor adventures. This vibrant city offers urban sophistication, artistic character, a thriving cultural scene, and is a launch pad for ski resorts in the nearby Rocky Mountain. Fly there from MRY to Denver International Airport on United Airlines.

Texas

The big and bold state of Texas is a key destination for business travelers and those reconnecting with loved ones. Fly to Dallas-Fort Worth on American Airlines and get out and explore Texas’s one-of-a-kind state parks, historical landmarks, and some of the best music and cuisine (BBQ!) around.

Midwest

Chicago, a top destination for Monterey Region residents, is now easier to get to thanks to United Airlines’ nonstop service to Chicago O’Hare International Airport (ORD). Flights launch from MRY on May 23, 2026, and will operate each Saturday during the summer season (see press release for more details).

This historic and naturally beautiful city, located along Lake Michigan, offers something for everyone, whether it’s celebrating milestones with family and friends, experiencing a home game played by one of Chicago’s major sports teams, or an architecture tour by land or lake.

One-stop Connections via SFO

Fly from MRY to San Francisco International Airport (SFO) on United Airlines and skip the long drive to Northern California’s most connected airport. From SFO, travelers can make easy connections to more than 140 destinations worldwide.

Book your getaway and stay up to date on all things MRY by visiting montereyairport.com or follow @montereyairport on Facebook, Instagram, and X.

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