Cheap Flights from Santa Maria (SMX) to Merced (MCE)

    notification illustration

    Be in the know

    Get alerts if flight prices drop or rise*
    deals illustration

    Book smarter

    Save on select hotels after you book a flight*
    trophy illustration

    Find the right fit

    We search billions of combinations of flights to help you find your next adventure

Frequently asked questions

Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Santa Maria Airport to Merced Municipal Airport (MCE) last minute?
Booking your flight from SMX to MCE last minute could save you a tidy sum if you strike it lucky and find a bargain. However, airfares usually don't come down in price closer to the departure date. If you wait, flights could also be booked up or the best seats gone (hello, middle seat!). If you'd rather not take any chances, book well in advance of the date you want to leave. Note that some of the biggest deals can be found up to a year in advance. If your favorite carrier hasn't released its fares yet, check back regularly as deals are constantly updated on Expedia.
What airports do you fly into for Merced from Santa Maria?
With Merced Municipal Airport (MCE), Modesto, CA (MOD-Modesto City - County) and Fresno Yosemite Intl. Airport (FAT) to pick from, getting from Santa Maria to Merced is easy. The city's busiest terminal, Merced Municipal Airport (MCE), is roughly 3 kilometers southwest of the center. Along with the price of fares, consider factors like bus or train options from the airport and the distance to your hotel when choosing where to fly into. Get your Merced trip off on the right foot by discovering University of California Merced and Merced County Fairgrounds.
Can I change the date of my flight from SMX to Merced Regional Airport?
We know life happens and plans change, so Expedia is here to help make things easy. First, find your Santa Maria Public Airport (SMX) to MCE itinerary through the Expedia Trips portal and check the ticket rules and conditions about what changes you can make. If you booked your airfare in the last 24 hours, some carriers will let you cancel for free and organize new flights. If you bought your ticket more than 24 hours ago, contact us via our Customer Service portal to learn more about your options.

Travel information

Travel information

Origin airport
Santa Maria Public
Destination airport
Merced Municipal
Distance
263 km

Book with confidence

Book with confidence

Santa Maria to Merced Flights

Whether you’re looking for a grand adventure or just want to get away for a last-minute break, flights from Santa Maria to Merced offer the perfect respite. Not only does exploring Merced provide the chance to make some magical memories, dip into delectable dishes, and tour the local landmarks, but the cheap airfare means you won’t bust your budget. So no matter whether your ideal itinerary involves flying one way, non-stop, or round trip, you’re bound to find flights that match your schedule on Expedia, and at prices that won’t shock your wallet.

Bagging a cheap flight from Santa Maria to Merced may mean more dollars to spend on for one-of-a-kind souvenirs when you arrive, but it doesn’t mean you have to skimp on your travel experience, as Expedia offers a sizzling selection of cheap airlines that’ll put you in your happy place on their planes, whether that’s getting lost in a hair-raising airport thriller, dreaming on the passing landscape over a glass of bubbly, or jotting down your vacation bucket list at 38,000 feet. There’s also bound to be plenty of opportunities to snap a few photos of the high life that will make your friends green with envy. After all, enjoying the journey is part of the fun.

With so many affordable flights and so many wonderful adventures awaiting you, there’s no reason to put off booking a fantastic flight from to today. So don’t leave it to the last minute to make your dream trip a reality: pack your bags with your go-to travel accessories, put together your list of must-see attractions and can’t-miss activities, and get ready to broaden your horizons – with Expedia, the wonders of Merced are only a plane trip away. Book your travel arrangements with us today!

If you would like to book flights to Merced more flexibly many prefer to purchase one-way tickets with options to take different airlines. A one way ticket to Merced is now!

Santa Maria to Merced Flights

Explore a world of travel with Expedia

Explore a world of travel with Expedia