The nearest airport to Carmel-by-the-Sea is Monterey (MRY) Airport which is 4.6 miles away. Other nearby airports include San Jose (SJC) (56.6 miles), San Francisco (SFO) (78.1 miles), Oakland (OAK) (82 miles)
Carmel-by-the-Sea is a charming little beach town with an abundance of things to do! Our recommendations are Carmel Beach and Ocean Avenue, the Pebble Beach 17-Mile Drive, and the Carmel Mission. A short drive away is Monterey, where you'll find the famous Monterey Bay Aquarium, Cannery Row, Old Fisherman's Wharf. If you're feeling adventurous, Monterey also offers Whale Watching Tours and Paragliding!