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$49+ Cheap flights from Santa Ana, CA (SNA) to Dallas

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 1/20. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SNA — DFW
Jan 17 — Jan 241
Sat 1/17
Sat 1/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Santa Ana to Dallas
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This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/246:45 amSNA - DFW
1 stop20h 58mMultiple Airlines
Sat 1/109:07 pmDFW - SNA
2 stops41h 18mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/17$279
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/219:30 amSNA - DFW
1 stop26h 39mFrontier
Sun 1/410:47 pmDFW - SNA
1 stop11h 40mFrontier
Deal found 12/17$284
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/298:16 pmSNA - DFW
2 stops37h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sat 1/37:02 pmDFW - SNA
1 stop5h 09mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/16$285
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/316:45 amSNA - DFW
1 stop20h 58mMultiple Airlines
Sun 1/410:54 pmDFW - SNA
2 stops37h 22mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/17$287
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/246:45 amSNA - DFW
1 stop9h 22mSpirit Airlines
Fri 1/27:02 pmDFW - SNA
1 stop5h 09mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/16$289
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/246:45 amSNA - DFW
1 stop20h 58mMultiple Airlines
Sun 12/284:22 pmDFW - SNA
2 stops28h 59mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/16$294
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/246:45 amSNA - DFW
1 stop20h 58mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/3110:47 pmDFW - SNA
1 stop13h 29mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/15$295
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/248:04 pmSNA - DFW
2 stops19h 11mMultiple Airlines
Sat 1/37:02 pmDFW - SNA
1 stop5h 09mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/15$296
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/259:39 amSNA - DFW
1 stop23h 11mMultiple Airlines
Sat 1/37:02 pmDFW - SNA
1 stop5h 09mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/15$297
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/316:45 amSNA - DFW
1 stop9h 22mSpirit Airlines
Fri 1/27:02 pmDFW - SNA
1 stop5h 09mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/16$299
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/236:45 amSNA - DFW
1 stop28h 39mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/3110:47 pmDFW - SNA
1 stop13h 29mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/15$302
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/178:30 amSNA - DAL
1 stop4h 25mSouthwest
Sat 1/103:05 pmDAL - SNA
Nonstop3h 25mSouthwest
Deal found 12/16$402

Find flight deals from Santa Ana to Dallas

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Santa Ana (SNA) to Dallas (A78). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated December 18, 2025.

Round-trip from

$264
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$49
(CheapOair)

Popular in

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Cheapest in

January

Average price

$453
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Santa Ana to Dallas that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated December 18, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Santa Ana to Dallas that are best for you.

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Santa AnaDallas

SNA - DFW

SNADFW

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sat 1/17

5:00 pm-2:22 pm

1 stop19h 22m

Dallas/Fort Worth

Sun 1/18

4:35 pm-6:01 pm

Nonstop3h 26m

$299

Santa AnaDallas

SNA - DFW

SNADFW

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 3/11

9:50 am-7:19 pm

1 stop7h 29m

Dallas/Fort Worth

Fri 3/13

11:28 am-9:34 pm

1 stop12h 06m

$304

Santa AnaDallas

SNA - DFW

SNADFW

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 1/8

7:30 am-9:16 pm

2 stops11h 46m

Dallas/Fort Worth

Wed 1/14

2:41 pm-10:18 pm

2 stops9h 37m

$316

Santa AnaDallas

SNA - DFW

SNADFW

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 1/27

10:14 am-11:58 pm

1 stop11h 44m

Dallas/Fort Worth

Sun 2/1

8:00 am-10:27 pm

1 stop16h 27m

$344

Santa AnaDallas

SNA - DAL

SNADAL

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sat 1/17

6:45 am-3:40 pm

2 stops6h 55m

Dallas Love Field

Wed 1/21

11:45 am-5:55 pm

1 stop8h 10m

$350

Santa AnaDallas

SNA - DAL

SNADAL

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 2/3

5:03 pm-9:36 am

2 stops14h 33m

Dallas Love Field

Sat 2/7

11:15 am-8:04 pm

1 stop10h 49m

$350

Santa AnaDallas

SNA - DFW

SNADFW

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 3/26

8:20 pm-5:47 am

1 stop7h 27m

Dallas/Fort Worth

Sun 3/29

6:53 pm-10:47 am

1 stop17h 54m

$352

Santa AnaDallas

SNA - DFW

SNADFW

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sat 3/14

9:50 am-5:27 pm

1 stop5h 37m

Dallas/Fort Worth

Sun 3/15

6:53 pm-10:47 am

1 stop17h 54m

$352

Santa AnaDallas

SNA - DFW

SNADFW

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sat 1/17

7:30 am-9:16 pm

2 stops11h 46m

Dallas/Fort Worth

Wed 1/21

8:10 am-4:34 pm

2 stops10h 24m

$355

Santa AnaDallas

SNA - DFW

SNADFW

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 4/15

7:15 am-9:09 pm

2 stops11h 54m

Dallas/Fort Worth

Wed 5/6

7:00 am-6:13 pm

2 stops13h 13m

$355

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How far ahead should I book a flight from Santa Ana, California to Dallas?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Santa Ana to Dallas. Price data was last updated on December 12, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Santa Ana, California to Dallas is 85 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Santa Ana, California to Dallas?

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Ana, California to Dallas (average of $69). Flying from Santa Ana, California to Dallas in June is currently the most expensive (average of $110). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from SNA to DFW?

Find hourly flight availability from Santa Ana to Dallas. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 18, 2025.

When flying from Santa Ana, California to Dallas, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight at noon, which can drop the price by up to 19% versus a flight in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Santa Ana, California to Dallas?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Santa Ana to Dallas. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Santa Ana, California to Dallas flight should consider departing on Tuesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Reviews of airlines servicing Dallas

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Dallas. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Dallas. Reviews last updated December 18, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Southwest, and American Airlines from Santa Ana to Dallas to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,477 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Art,Dec 2025

SAN - OGG

It was a five hour flight and my seat did not recline. I have had three back surgeries and I’m solid bone for my L3 vertebrae all the way to my tailbone. My body has never hurt so much. There was no TV on this flight and only a small can of soda was free.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,477 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,477 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Art,Dec 2025

SAN - OGG

It was a five hour flight and my seat did not recline. I have had three back surgeries and I’m solid bone for my L3 vertebrae all the way to my tailbone. My body has never hurt so much. There was no TV on this flight and only a small can of soda was free.
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,250 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,477 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Art,Dec 2025

SAN - OGG

It was a five hour flight and my seat did not recline. I have had three back surgeries and I’m solid bone for my L3 vertebrae all the way to my tailbone. My body has never hurt so much. There was no TV on this flight and only a small can of soda was free.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,055 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,477 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Art,Dec 2025

SAN - OGG

It was a five hour flight and my seat did not recline. I have had three back surgeries and I’m solid bone for my L3 vertebrae all the way to my tailbone. My body has never hurt so much. There was no TV on this flight and only a small can of soda was free.
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,190 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,477 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Art,Dec 2025

SAN - OGG

It was a five hour flight and my seat did not recline. I have had three back surgeries and I’m solid bone for my L3 vertebrae all the way to my tailbone. My body has never hurt so much. There was no TV on this flight and only a small can of soda was free.
Frontier
5.8
Fair
3,081 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,477 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Art,Dec 2025

SAN - OGG

It was a five hour flight and my seat did not recline. I have had three back surgeries and I’m solid bone for my L3 vertebrae all the way to my tailbone. My body has never hurt so much. There was no TV on this flight and only a small can of soda was free.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Santa Ana to Dallas. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Santa Ana to Dallas?

    For a flight from Santa Ana to Dallas, you will be flying from J. Wayne/Orange Cnty. Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty (SNA) is just 4.8 mi from the center of the city. J. Wayne/Orange Cnty is the only Santa Ana airport and it handles 10 outbound flights to Dallas per day. 7 airlines have flights to Dallas from Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty on a regular basis.

  • How long is the flight from Santa Ana, California to Dallas?

    Airlines like Alaska Airlines, Delta, and Southwest fly from Santa Ana, California to Dallas in about 6h 55m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 12h 27m. There are 1213 mi between Santa Ana, California and Dallas. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Santa Ana, California to Dallas round-trip?

    Currently priced at $85, Spirit Airlines will fly you from Santa Ana, California to Dallas and back. In addition to Spirit Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Delta and Frontier - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $89 and $97, respectively. Spirit Airlines is priced at 80% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Santa Ana, California to Dallas one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Frontier. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $42. Users have also found prices from $56 and $62 on Delta and Spirit Airlines, respectively.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Santa Ana, California to Dallas?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Santa Ana, California to Dallas are Iberia (78%), Gulf Air (77%) and Alaska Airlines (75%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Santa Ana, California to Dallas?

    On average you can expect to pay $861 for a flight from Santa Ana, California to Dallas. The cheapest flight overall is $138 while the most popular route, (Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty - Dallas/Fort Worth) is currently priced at $101.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Santa Ana to Dallas that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Santa Ana to Dallas flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Santa Ana to Dallas?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Santa Ana to Dallas.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Santa Ana to Dallas?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Santa Ana to Dallas by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Santa Ana, California to Dallas?

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Ana, California to Dallas (average of $69). Flying from Santa Ana, California to Dallas in June is currently the most expensive (average of $110). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 7 airlines flying from Santa Ana to Dallas

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Santa Ana to Dallas. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated December 18, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$85Average$186FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$99Average$179FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$99Average$381FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$278Average$406FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$291Average$467FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$342Average$495FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$405Average$585FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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