Monterey Peninsula Airport to Morgan Hill is a regional trip from the commercial airport serving the Monterey region to a city inland. You can drive or arrange ground transportation at MRY; check current road conditions and transport details as you plan.
- MRY is the commercial-service airport for the Monterey region.
- It is about 77 minutes by car from Budget Inn Morgan Hill.
- The terminal is open from 3:30 AM until the last arrival, 365 days a year.
- Ground transport includes rideshare, taxis and Monterey-Salinas Transit buses.
Where is Monterey Peninsula Airport?
Monterey Regional Airport (MRY), also known as Monterey Peninsula Airport, serves the Monterey region. Its commercial airlines offer regional service and one-stop connections to other cities. Airline routes can change, so check the airport’s airline information when comparing flights.
For a different airport option, Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport is about 46 minutes by car from Budget Inn Morgan Hill; the SJC airport transportation to Morgan Hill guide covers that route.
How do you get from Monterey Peninsula Airport to Morgan Hill?
Driving is a direct way to travel from MRY to Morgan Hill, but the available route facts do not identify a specific highway or driving distance. Check live conditions before you leave, as traffic and road conditions can affect the trip.
Caltrans QuickMap provides live traffic conditions, highway-condition reports, lane-closure information and traffic cameras. You can also call Caltrans at 1-800-427-7623 for current highway conditions. The airport is about 77 minutes by car from Budget Inn Morgan Hill.
What airport transport options are available?
MRY has rideshare, taxi and public bus services. Choose based on your destination and check the relevant provider for current availability, routes and fares.
The airport permits Lyft and Uber, with rides reserved through their mobile apps. It also lists six permitted taxi companies: California Taxi, Green Cab, Marina Taxi Company, Salinas Taxicab Services, Salinas Yellow Cab and VIP Taxi. Taxi trips to or from the airport have a $4.00 airport surcharge added to the meter rate.
Monterey-Salinas Transit (MST) runs public buses to and from MRY. Check with MST for current routes, maps, fares and travel tips. If you need wheelchair-accessible transportation, arrange it in advance with your chosen provider.
What should you verify before choosing MRY?
Check your flight details, airport services and ground transport before you travel, since airline routes and service arrangements can change. The airport’s terminal is open from 3:30 AM until the last arrival, 365 days a year, and it advises passengers to arrive at least 90 minutes before departure for ticketing and security screening.
For departures, confirm which airport facility your flight uses: JSX flights operate from Monterey Jet Center at 200 Sky Park Drive, not the commercial terminal building. If you are driving, use Caltrans QuickMap or its highway-conditions phone line to check conditions. For airport hours, transport details and other current information, check the official site before you go.
Planning your arrival in Morgan Hill
Once you reach Morgan Hill, the city centre is about 4 minutes by car from Budget Inn Morgan Hill, or about 34 minutes on foot. If you plan to spend time downtown, the downtown Morgan Hill guide can help you plan that part of your visit.
MRY’s parking lots are within a short walk of the terminal, and curbside spaces are available for passenger drop-offs. The airport also provides a terminal directory map and information about dining and shopping in and around the terminal.
FAQs
Which airport serves the Monterey region?
Monterey Regional Airport, also called Monterey Peninsula Airport, is the commercial-service airport serving the Monterey region.
Can you take a bus from MRY?
Yes. Monterey-Salinas Transit provides bus service to and from the airport. Check MST for current routes, maps and fares.
Do you need to arrange accessible transport in advance?
Yes. The airport recommends arranging wheelchair-accessible transportation in advance with your chosen provider.