Direct (nonstop) flights from Monterey to San Diego

1 airline flys nonstop from Monterey Peninsula (MRY) to San Diego International Airport (SAN). It's 375 miles (603 km), about 1h 28m in the air. Operated by Alaska Airlines.

MRY
Monterey Peninsula
🇺🇸 Monterey, USA
SAN
San Diego International Airport
🇺🇸 San Diego, USA
Flight Time
1h 28m
Distance
375 mi
603 km
CO₂/pax
69 kg
−25 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
Alaska Airlines
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Alaska Airlines Alaska Airlines

Route data last updated: May 26, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Alaska Airlines AS Alaska Airlines
Route
MRY → SAN
Flight Time
1h 28m
Distance
375 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Monterey to San Diego with one stop · direct emits 69 kg CO₂ per passenger

MRY LAX (Los Angeles) SAN
Leg 1: 1h 25m (267 mi) Leg 2: 56m (109 mi) Total: ~2h 21m 🍃 94 kg CO₂ (+36% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MRY → LAX
1h 25m · 267 mi
View MRY to LAX flights →
Leg 2
LAX → SAN
56m · 109 mi
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MRY SFO (San Francisco) SAN
Leg 1: 56m (76 mi) Leg 2: 1h 44m (446 mi) Total: ~2h 40m 🍃 122 kg CO₂ (+77% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MRY → SFO
56m · 76 mi
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Leg 2
SFO → SAN
1h 44m · 446 mi
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MRY LAS (Las Vegas) SAN
Leg 1: 1h 30m (375 mi) Leg 2: 1h 15m (258 mi) Total: ~2h 45m 🍃 142 kg CO₂ (+106% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MRY → LAS
1h 30m · 375 mi
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Leg 2
LAS → SAN
1h 15m · 258 mi
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MRY PHX (Phoenix) SAN
Leg 1: 1h 57m (599 mi) Leg 2: 1h 15m (305 mi) Total: ~3h 12m 🍃 192 kg CO₂ (+178% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MRY → PHX
1h 57m · 599 mi
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Leg 2
PHX → SAN
1h 15m · 305 mi
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MRY SEA (Seattle) SAN
Leg 1: 2h 13m (749 mi) Leg 2: 2h 51m (1,049 mi) Total: ~5h 4m 🍃 341 kg CO₂ (+394% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MRY → SEA
2h 13m · 749 mi
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Leg 2
SEA → SAN
2h 51m · 1,049 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Monterey to San Diego?

A nonstop flight from Monterey (MRY) to San Diego (SAN) takes approximately 1 hours and 28 minutes. The distance is 375 miles (603 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Monterey to San Diego?

Just Alaska Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Monterey to San Diego?

Yes. 1 airline: Alaska Airlines.

How far is Monterey from San Diego?

The flight distance from Monterey to San Diego is 375 miles (603 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as Mumbai to Goa.

What type of aircraft flies from Monterey to San Diego?

At 1h 28m, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Monterey to San Diego?

Roughly 69 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 345 km.

Is the return flight from San Diego to Monterey also nonstop?

Yes — nonstop flights run both ways. Flight time may differ slightly due to wind patterns.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Monterey to San Diego?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. 3-6 weeks ahead is a good window for this route. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at Monterey Peninsula for this flight?

1.5-2 hours for domestic. Add more time during holidays or busy travel weekends.