Monterey Regional Airport (MRY)

Private Jet Charter From Monterey Regional Airport

Monterey Regional Airport is the dedicated aviation gateway to the Monterey Peninsula, Pebble Beach, Carmel-by-the-Sea, and the Big Sur coastline. Located approximately 3 miles east of downtown Monterey, MRY handles a limited amount of commercial service alongside a significant private aviation operation. For executives, golf travellers, and high net worth visitors heading to Pebble Beach, The Lodge, Spanish Bay, Carmel Valley, and the Monterey Peninsula luxury estate market, MRY places clients within minutes of every major destination on the peninsula.

For premium charter clients, Monterey offers a single dedicated fixed base operator, Monterey Jet Center, providing private passenger lounges, planeside vehicle access, and full operational separation from commercial traffic. Demand peaks around the AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am in February, Concours d'Elegance in August, the Monterey Car Week event calendar, and the year-round golf and wine circuit. The airport's runway accommodates light through most heavy jets, supporting West Coast regional and transcontinental charter. ParaFlight coordinates aircraft, FBO arrangements, and chauffeured ground transport across the Monterey Peninsula, Carmel Valley, and the Big Sur coast.

Airport Details

FBO and Private Terminal Services

Monterey is served by a single dedicated fixed base operator, Monterey Jet Center, providing a full suite of private aviation services including:

• Private passenger lounges and dedicated arrival and departure suites
• Fuel and aircraft ground handling
• Concierge services including catering and ground transport coordination
• Aircraft hangar and overnight storage
• Maintenance and technical support

Destinations Served From Monterey Regional

Monterey connects directly to the major business and leisure centres of the West Coast and beyond. Key destinations served from Monterey include:

• Van Nuys and Los Angeles — approximately 1 hour 15 minutes
• San Francisco — approximately 30 minutes
• Aspen — approximately 2 hours 30 minutes, peak ski season
• Las Vegas and Henderson — approximately 1 hour 30 minutes
• Scottsdale — approximately 2 hours
• Teterboro and New York — approximately 5 hours 15 minutes, transcontinental

Popular Charter Routes

These are among the most frequent routes flown from Monterey, reflecting the airport's role as a Pebble Beach and Carmel gateway with strong West Coast regional and event-driven charter demand.

Ground Transport and Access

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I arrange private jet charter from Monterey Regional Airport?

Contact ParaFlight and our team will source the right aircraft for your destination, group size, and schedule. We coordinate everything from the aircraft to your FBO arrival experience and ground transport. Get in touch to start planning.

What size aircraft can operate from Monterey Regional Airport?

Monterey can accommodate light, midsize, and most heavy jets. Runway length may restrict certain ultra-long-range aircraft at maximum takeoff weight. Our team will confirm the most suitable aircraft for your route when you get in touch.

Is Monterey Regional Airport open 24 hours a day?

Yes. Monterey operates around the clock for private charter arrivals and departures, subject to noise abatement guidelines.

When is the busiest charter season at Monterey Regional?

The peak periods are the AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am in February, Monterey Car Week and the Concours d'Elegance in August, and the autumn wine harvest across Carmel Valley and the Santa Lucia Highlands. We recommend booking charter well in advance during these events.