Chicago to Monterey (MDW–MRY) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Chicago to Monterey
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
1,848 mi 4h 45m nonstop -2h behind 45 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between MDW and MRY, connecting options are available through 45 hubs.

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Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for MDW to MRY.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
45
Hubs
~5h
Fastest
~30h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
611
Candidates
Two-stop connections loaded in the connections tab above.
Connections computed from published schedules with minimum connection time verification. Use the interactive explorer above the fold to filter by airline, tier, and layover time.
Alternatives

Other ways to reach Monterey from Chicago

Nearby airports with service to Monterey Regional Airport.
Metric MDW→MRY ORD→MRY MKE→MRY
Distance from MDW – 15 mi 81 mi
Nonstop airlines 0 2 1
Weekly flights 0 1 –
Flight time 4h 45m 4h 49m 4h 26m
Departure OTP 70% – –
Chicago (ORD) to Monterey flights · Milwaukee (MKE) to Monterey flights
Airports within 200 miles of MDW with service to Monterey Regional Airport.
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
-2h
Monterey is 2 hours behind Chicago.
MDW: CDT · MRY: PDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Chicago, it's 4:00 PM in Monterey.
Distance & Flight Time
1,848 mi / 2,974 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 4h 45m.
Facts

MDW–MRY Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Chicago to Monterey route.
Route details
Distance1,848 mi / 2,974 km
Flight time4h 45m
Time difference-2 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
1-stop connections45 hubs
Origin: MDW
Full nameChicago Midway International Airport
IATA / ICAOMDW / KMDW
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
Passengers/yr20.7M
Elevation620 ft / 189 m
Destination: MRY
Full nameMonterey Regional Airport
IATA / ICAOMRY / KMRY
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
Passengers/yr0.6M
Elevation257 ft / 78 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about MDW to MRY flights.
Nonstop flights from Chicago Midway International Airport to Monterey Regional Airport take approximately 4h 45m. The route covers 1,848 miles.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through ABQ, SNA, CPR, SAT, VNY, CLD, SLC, SJC, OAK, BUR, MSP, MKE, PSP, RNO, TUS, MEM, ORD, DAL, BFI, UDD, AUS, TYS, HOU, ELP, STL, PIT, IAH, RDU, IAD, ORF, PHL, BWI, PVD, PBI, BOS, MIA, LAS, DEN, PHX, SFO, LAX, SAN, SEA, DFW and HND. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Monterey is 2 hours behind Chicago.
Yes, return flights from MRY to MDW are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Nearby alternatives include ORD and MKE. See the Alternatives section for a full comparison.
Click the 'Search Flights' button to check availability and prices on Google Flights. You can also compare airlines and schedules on this page to find the best option.
See the On-Time Performance section for the latest delay data at both airports. This shows departure and arrival reliability to help you plan.
Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Flights from MDW to MRY

Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) and Monterey Regional Airport (MRY) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.

MDW to MRY Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from MDW to MRY ranges from 4 hours 45 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,848 miles (2,974 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

45 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 5 hours via ABQ. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Chicago (ORD) and Milwaukee (MKE).