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$218+ Cheap flights from Santa Ana, CA to Dayton (SNA - DAY)

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 11/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SNA — DAY
Nov 29 — Dec 61
Sat 11/29
Sat 12/6
1 adult, Economy
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Santa Ana (SNA) to Dayton (DAY). 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 October 30, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$311
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$218
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

June

Average price

$418
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Cheapest flights from Santa Ana to Dayton
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Santa Ana to Dayton. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on October 30, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/278:50 amSNA - DAY
1 stop6h 11mUnited Airlines
Thu 12/49:01 amDAY - SNA
1 stop8h 57mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/29$311
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/159:30 amSNA - DAY
1 stop6h 17mAmerican Airlines
Sat 12/131:57 pmDAY - SNA
1 stop7h 02mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/29$324
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/1511:10 amSNA - DAY
2 stops9h 33mUnited Airlines
Sat 12/137:15 amDAY - SNA
2 stops8h 51mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/29$440
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/132:12 pmSNA - DAY
1 stop6h 31mUnited Airlines
Mon 11/172:10 pmDAY - SNA
1 stop7h 37mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/29$449
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/1111:41 amSNA - DAY
1 stop8h 28mAmerican Airlines
Fri 1/25:16 pmDAY - SNA
1 stop7h 10mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/29$454
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/107:35 amSNA - DAY
1 stop7h 22mAmerican Airlines
Fri 12/129:32 amDAY - SNA
1 stop7h 39mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/29$473
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/512:26 pmSNA - DAY
1 stop7h 18mDelta
Sun 11/94:10 pmDAY - SNA
1 stop9h 09mDelta
Deal found 10/30$477
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/1012:45 pmSNA - DAY
1 stop7h 26mDelta
Fri 12/126:00 amDAY - SNA
2 stops10h 00mDelta
Deal found 10/29$478

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Santa Ana to Dayton that are best for you.

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Santa AnaDayton

SNA - DAY

SNADAY

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 11/27

8:50 am-6:01 pm

1 stop6h 11m

Dayton

Thu 12/4

9:01 am-2:58 pm

1 stop8h 57m

$311

Santa AnaDayton

SNA - DAY

SNADAY

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sat 11/15

9:30 am-6:47 pm

1 stop6h 17m

Dayton

Sat 12/13

1:57 pm-5:59 pm

1 stop7h 02m

$324

Santa AnaDayton

SNA - DAY

SNADAY

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 2/18

11:50 am-9:40 pm

1 stop6h 50m

Dayton

Sat 2/21

1:58 pm-9:16 pm

1 stop10h 18m

$379

Santa AnaDayton

SNA - DAY

SNADAY

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 2/18

1:20 pm-10:29 pm

1 stop6h 09m

Dayton

Sat 2/21

2:10 pm-9:45 pm

2 stops10h 35m

$384

Santa AnaDayton

SNA - DAY

SNADAY

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sat 11/15

11:10 am-11:43 pm

2 stops9h 33m

Dayton

Sat 12/13

7:15 am-1:06 pm

2 stops8h 51m

$440

Santa AnaDayton

SNA - DAY

SNADAY

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 11/13

2:12 pm-11:43 pm

1 stop6h 31m

Dayton

Mon 11/17

2:10 pm-6:47 pm

1 stop7h 37m

$449

Santa AnaDayton

SNA - DAY

SNADAY

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Fri 11/14

11:10 am-10:15 pm

1 stop8h 05m

Dayton

Tue 11/18

5:50 pm-10:13 pm

1 stop7h 23m

$449

Santa AnaDayton

SNA - DAY

SNADAY

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 11/27

6:45 am-5:04 pm

1 stop7h 19m

$263

Santa AnaDayton

SNA - DAY

SNADAY

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 2/25

10:51 am-10:15 pm

1 stop8h 24m

$267

Santa AnaDayton

SNA - DAY

SNADAY

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Fri 2/13

6:40 pm-2:22 pm

2 stops16h 42m

$313

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Deals found on 10/29

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Compare providers for flights from Santa Ana to Dayton

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Santa Ana to Dayton in October.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Santa Ana, California-Dayton flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on Santa Ana, California-Dayton flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Santa Ana, California-Dayton flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Santa Ana, California-Dayton flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Santa Ana, California-Dayton flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Santa Ana to Dayton

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Santa Ana to Dayton

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Ana, California to Dayton (average of $103). Flying from Santa Ana, California to Dayton in November is currently the most expensive (average of $156). 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.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Santa Ana, California to Dayton?

Reviews of airlines servicing Dayton

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Dayton. 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 Dayton. Reviews last updated October 30, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Santa Ana to Dayton, such as United Airlines and American Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,998 reviews

Food

6.6

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kathy,Jun 2024

RDD - SFO

United has consistently been good. Every now and then there is a crew member that should probably retire, but most of them are excellent.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,998 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,998 reviews

Food

6.6

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kathy,Jun 2024

RDD - SFO

United has consistently been good. Every now and then there is a crew member that should probably retire, but most of them are excellent.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,035 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,998 reviews

Food

6.6

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kathy,Jun 2024

RDD - SFO

United has consistently been good. Every now and then there is a crew member that should probably retire, but most of them are excellent.

Related info for your journey

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

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

    United Airlines and American Airlines can get you from Santa Ana, California to Dayton in just under 6h 11m. Your travel time can differ by up to 06m. There are 1897 mi between Santa Ana, California and Dayton. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    According to our current data, American Airlines ($293), and United Airlines ($294) offers the cheapest pricing from Santa Ana, California to Dayton. American Airlines is 41% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Santa Ana to Dayton 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 Dayton?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Ana, California to Dayton (average of $103). Flying from Santa Ana, California to Dayton in November is currently the most expensive (average of $156). 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 2 airlines flying from Santa Ana to Dayton

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Santa Ana to Dayton. 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 October 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$293Average$510FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$294Average$443FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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