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Cheap Tickets to Merced

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.

Jetstar
Thu, 9 Apr - Sat, 18 Apr
CHC
Christchurch
SJC
San Jose
NZ$1,658 Return, found 4 days ago
NZ$1,658
Return
found 4 days ago
Select Jetstar flight, departing Thu, 9 Apr from Christchurch to San Jose, returning Sat, 18 Apr, priced at NZ$1,658 found 4 days ago
American Airlines
Mon, 24 Nov - Mon, 8 Dec
CHC
Christchurch
SJC
San Jose
NZ$1,931 Return, found 5 days ago
NZ$1,931
Return
found 5 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Mon, 24 Nov from Christchurch to San Jose, returning Mon, 8 Dec, priced at NZ$1,931 found 5 days ago
Emirates
Sat, 8 Nov - Wed, 26 Nov
CHC
Christchurch
SJC
San Jose
NZ$2,005 Return, found 5 days ago
NZ$2,005
Return
found 5 days ago
Select Emirates flight, departing Sat, 8 Nov from Christchurch to San Jose, returning Wed, 26 Nov, priced at NZ$2,005 found 5 days ago
Qantas Airways
Wed, 3 Dec - Mon, 15 Dec
CHC
Christchurch
SJC
San Jose
NZ$2,052 Return, found 5 days ago
NZ$2,052
Return
found 5 days ago
Select Qantas Airways flight, departing Wed, 3 Dec from Christchurch to San Jose, returning Mon, 15 Dec, priced at NZ$2,052 found 5 days ago
Fiji Airways
Thu, 20 Nov - Sat, 6 Dec
CHC
Christchurch
SJC
San Jose
NZ$2,075 Return, found 5 days ago
NZ$2,075
Return
found 5 days ago
Select Fiji Airways flight, departing Thu, 20 Nov from Christchurch to San Jose, returning Sat, 6 Dec, priced at NZ$2,075 found 5 days ago

Merced Flights

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Frequently asked questions

What is the name of Merced's airport?
Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) is the most frequently utilized airport in Merced.
What airport is best to fly into Merced?
Sitting 3 kilometres from the downtown area, Merced Municipal Airport (MCE) is likely to be your first stop in Merced.
How many airlines fly to Merced?
There are 18 airlines that fly into Merced from 33 airports around the world.
Which airlines fly to Merced?
Merced receives most of its flights from Delta, Southwest Airlines and Alaska Airlines with Delta being the favourite choice of airline. Los Angeles is the most popular city for travellers to depart from.
How many nonstop flights are there to Merced?
Flying to a new place is much simpler when there aren't any stopovers to slow you down. If you're making your way to Merced, the awesome news is that there are around 913 nonstop flights every week.
Where are the most popular flights to Merced departing from?
Travellers frequently depart from Los Angeles, Las Vegas and Seattle airports when going to Merced.
How long is the flight to Merced Airport?
Which airport you depart from determines how much of the in-flight entertainment you'll get to see. From Los Angeles to Merced, the average flight time is 1 hour and 18 minutes. From Las Vegas it takes about 1 hour and 39 minutes, and from Seattle it's 2 hours and 16 minutes.
How to book the cheapest flight to Merced?
Don't leave locking in your flight to Merced until the last minute. That's one move frequent jet-setters use to get the best deals. Booking well in advance means more choices and more affordable flights. Also, do some online research and compare your options. If your destination has a few airports, you may be able to pick up a great price by flying into one that's further away. Finally, another easy way to save some money is be ready to book fast. If you find an irresistible deal, don't think twice — snap it up while you've got the chance.
Do you have any tips for my flight to Merced?
Depending on where you're coming from, your trip to Merced could be as easy as pie or it could drag on forever. We've rounded up some useful travel tips that will help you start your unforgettable escape on a positive note. What to pack in your hand luggage:

  • The trick to having a worry-free travel experience is to pack ahead. First up, the essentials: passport, boarding pass, cash and vital medications. Next, bring on board items that'll help keep you entertained, like your laptop or a thrilling book. It's also wise to bring your chargers, a comfy neck pillow and a pair of earphones. Finally, be sure to pop in toiletries like a toothbrush, facial wipes and a fresh change of clothes.

Do not pack the following items in your hand luggage:

  • Double-check that you don't have sharp objects (like a pocket knife) hiding in your carry-on luggage. Other prohibited items include flammable or explosive substances, such as bleach and fuel, and gels and liquids in containers with a volume of more than 3.4 ounces (100 millilitres).

What to wear on a flight:

  • Comfort should be your number one priority when choosing what to wear on board. Loose, breathable clothing is a wise option, as are flat, slip-on shoes.
  • The result of lengthy periods of inactivity, deep vein thrombosis (DVT) is a blood clotting condition that can affect some passengers during long flights. Reduce the risks by staying hydrated, keeping your feet and legs moving and wearing compression socks to help improve your circulation.

How to get through airport security fast when flying to Merced?
It's all about being organised. We've put together some tips and tricks for a stress-free trip through airport security. Look out Merced, here you come:

  • First things first. Your travel ID and boarding pass will need to be shown to airport security. Keep them someplace accessible so you don't have to dig around for them.
  • Next up is the X-ray machine. Empty your pockets and remove anything metal that is likely to beep. This includes items like earphones or headphones, as well as heavy coats or jackets. They'll need to be placed on the conveyor belt for screening.
  • For just a few moments, you'll need to unplug from technology. Your tablet, phone and any other electronic gadgets will also need to be sent through the scanner.
  • Remove all liquids and gels from your hand luggage. They often need to be sent through the X-ray separately. Each product should be no larger than 3.4 ounces (100 millilitres) and everything must fit in a single quart-size (one litre), clear zip-lock bag.
  • Slip-on shoes are a practical footwear choice as you're less likely to be asked to remove them when passing through security. Boots and other heavy-style shoes are usually subjected to additional screening.
  • Airlines won't allow any pocket knives or other sharp items in your hand luggage. If you need to bring these kinds of items, put them in your checked baggage.

Flights to Merced information
Destination airport
Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.
Destination airport IATA code
SJC
Destination city name
San Jose
Return price
NZ$1,657

Trending flights to Merced

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.

Jetstar
Thu, 9 Apr - Sat, 18 Apr
CHC
Christchurch
SJC
San Jose
NZ$1,658 Return, found 4 days ago
NZ$1,658
Return
found 4 days ago
Select Jetstar flight, departing Thu, 9 Apr from Christchurch to San Jose, returning Sat, 18 Apr, priced at NZ$1,658 found 4 days ago
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