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Cheap Tickets to Big Sur

These prices were available within the past 7 days. Prices quoted are per person, return, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Alaska Airlines
Sat, 4 July - Sat, 11 July
SEA
Seattle
MRY
Monterey
AU$432 Return, found 4 days ago
AU$432
Return
found 4 days ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Sat, 4 July from Seattle to Monterey, returning Sat, 11 July, priced at AU$432 found 4 days ago
Alaska Airlines
Wed, 1 July - Mon, 6 July
SEA
Seattle
MRY
Monterey
AU$488 Return, just found
AU$488
Return
just found
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Wed, 1 July from Seattle to Monterey, returning Mon, 6 July, priced at AU$488 just found
United
Wed, 27 May - Sun, 31 May
SFO
San Francisco
MRY
Monterey
AU$517 Return, found 6 days ago
AU$517
Return
found 6 days ago
Select United flight, departing Wed, 27 May from San Francisco to Monterey, returning Sun, 31 May, priced at AU$517 found 6 days ago
American Airlines
Wed, 8 July - Wed, 15 July
DFW
Dallas
MRY
Monterey
AU$771 Return, found 20 hours ago
AU$771
Return
found 20 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Wed, 8 July from Dallas to Monterey, returning Wed, 15 July, priced at AU$771 found 20 hours ago
Asiana Airlines
Sun, 14 June - Thu, 18 June
SYD
Sydney
MRY
Monterey
AU$2,627 Return, found 1 day ago
AU$2,627
Return
found 1 day ago
Select Asiana Airlines flight, departing Sun, 14 June from Sydney to Monterey, returning Thu, 18 June, priced at AU$2,627 found 1 day ago

Frequently asked questions

What is the name of Big Sur's airport?
Big Sur is served by a single airport, Monterey Peninsula Airport (MRY).
How far is Monterey Peninsula Airport (MRY) from central Big Sur?
Lengthy commutes aren't a big deal if you work out your strategy ahead of time. Downtown Big Sur is 40 kilometres from Monterey Regional Airport, so it's wise to know how to get to the city before you touchdown.
What airport is best to fly into Big Sur?
Travellers from all around the globe pass through Monterey Regional Airport every day. Hop off the plane, collect your luggage and you'll be 40 kilometres from the central Big Sur streets.
How many airlines fly to Big Sur?
With 4 airlines flying to Big Sur from 7 airports across the world, your perfect flight is just a few clicks away.
Which airlines fly to Big Sur?
Most of the flights heading to Big Sur are operated by American Airlines. The most popular route takes off from Phoenix, and American Airlines flies this route the most.
How many nonstop flights are there to Big Sur?
Flying to a new place is much simpler when there aren't any stopovers to slow you down. If you're jetting off to Big Sur, the awesome news is that there are around 87 nonstop flights operating every week.
Where are the most popular flights to Big Sur departing from?
Travellers frequently depart from Phoenix, Los Angeles and Denver airports when flying to Big Sur.
How long is the flight to Big Sur Airport?
If you're heading to Big Sur from Phoenix, you're looking at a flight time of 2 hours and 5 minutes. Those departing from Los Angeles can expect to be in the air for 1 hour and 25 minutes. From Denver it's approximately 2 hours and 56 minutes away.
How to book the cheapest flight to Big Sur?
We've all come across those jet-setters who somehow manage to pick up impossibly cheap plane tickets every time they fly. Eager to know how to do it for your Big Sur holiday? Don't leave it until the last minute to lock in your flight. Also, shop around and compare your options. If your destination has several airports, you may be able to nab an excellent deal by flying into a less busy terminal. Finally, another simple way to save some money is be ready to book at a moment's notice. If you find a good bargain, don't think twice — snap it up while you can.
Do you have any tips for my flight to Big Sur?
Wherever you're coming from, flying can be an enjoyable experience if you've prepared well enough. We've put together a list of handy travel tips that will help get your Big Sur holiday started on the right foot. What to pack in your hand luggage:

  • The secret to having an awesome flight experience is to pack in advance. So, let's start with the essentials: passport, official ID, credit cards and important medications. Next, take on board items that'll help keep you entertained, like your laptop or a thrilling book. It's also smart to bring your chargers, a quality neck pillow and a pair of noise-cancelling headphones. Last but not least, be sure to squeeze in toiletry items like a toothbrush, cleansing wipes and a spare change of clothes.

Do not pack the following items in your hand luggage:

  • Check carefully that you don't have sharp or pointed objects lurking in one of the compartments of your hand luggage. Other banned items include explosive or flammable substances, such as aerosol cans and fuel, and gels and liquids in containers larger than 3.4 ounces (100 millilitres).

What to wear on a flight:

  • Your priority is to be as comfortable as you can. Choose easy-to-remove footwear, dress in loose, natural fibers and remember to take a jacket in case you get chilly in the cabin.
  • Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) is a risk on long-distance flights. It's the result of blood clotting due to inactivity and poor circulation, so do some gentle leg and foot exercises in your seat and consider wearing compression socks or tights.

How to get through airport security fast when flying to Big Sur?
It's simple — be prepared. We've compiled some helpful hints for an easy trip through airport security. Look out Big Sur, here you come:

  • Airport security personnel first need to determine that you have a valid passport and boarding pass before you're allowed to proceed any further. Keep them close by.
  • Time to strip down. Well sort of. Your jacket, belt, keys and other contents of your pockets, like your earphones, will be required to go through the X-ray machine. Make the whole process faster by removing them as your turn draws near.
  • All electronic gadgets, including your laptop and phone, must also be scanned.
  • Remember to remove gels and liquids from your carry-on luggage. They usually need to be sent through the X-ray scanner separately. Each product should be in a container no larger than 3.4 ounces (100 millilitres) and everything must fit inside a quart-size (one litre), clear zip-lock bag.
  • Lightweight sneakers are a great footwear choice as you're less likely to have to remove them when passing through security. Safety boots and other heavy-style shoes are often subjected to extra screening.
  • Airlines won't allow any sharp items or pocket knives in your carry-on baggage. If you must bring these kinds of items, pack them in your checked luggage.

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Big Sur Flights

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Tips for flying and packing light

If it’s been a while since you’ve travelled, you might be due for a refresher when it comes to flying. That’s where our helpful blog, Out There Starts Here, comes in. Wondering whether to pack for fine dining or more casual eats? Or whether you really need to bring a jacket? Written by seasoned travel experts, the articles on our blog provide you with the latest details about certain destinations, so you know just what to expect. Check out some of our recent articles for the smartest ways to see the sights.

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Big Sur Flights

Travel information

Destination airport
Monterey Peninsula
Destination airport IATA code
MRY
Destination city name
Monterey
Return price
AU$432

Trending flights to Big Sur

These prices were available within the past 7 days. Prices quoted are per person, return, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

American Airlines
Fri, 23 Oct - Thu, 25 Mar
MEL
Melbourne
MRY
Monterey
AU$1,846 Return, found 23 hours ago
AU$1,846
Return
found 23 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Fri, 23 Oct from Melbourne to Monterey, returning Thu, 25 Mar, priced at AU$1,846 found 23 hours ago

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