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$120+ Cheap flights from Santa Ana (SNA) to Durham, NC

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 8/30. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SNA — RDU
Aug 5 — Aug 121
Tue 8/5
Tue 8/12
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty to Durham are usually found in September or May, booked 84 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Saturday and return on a Friday

Cheap flight deals from Santa Ana to Durham

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Santa Ana to Durham flight deals. Data was last updated July 31, 2025.

Round-trip from

$242
(CheapOair)

One-way from

$120
(CheapOair)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$460
From Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty to Durham
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Cheapest flights from Santa Ana to Durham
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Santa Ana to Durham. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 31, 2025.

This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/158:04 pmSNA - RDU
2 stops10h 35mSpirit Airlines
Mon 10/2011:45 amRDU - SNA
2 stops13h 20mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/30$242
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/73:32 pmSNA - RDU
1 stop12h 03mFrontier
Thu 8/147:30 amRDU - SNA
1 stop11h 22mFrontier
Deal found 7/31$278
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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.
Sat 8/237:05 amSNA - RDU
1 stop7h 14mDelta
Tue 8/265:45 amRDU - SNA
1 stop7h 33mDelta
Deal found 7/31$325
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/236:45 amSNA - RDU
2 stops10h 15mSouthwest
Tue 8/266:25 amRDU - SNA
1 stop8h 50mSouthwest
Deal found 7/30$330
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/2512:50 pmSNA - RDU
1 stop6h 46mAmerican Airlines
Tue 9/305:13 amRDU - SNA
1 stop9h 44mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/30$331
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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.
Fri 9/197:00 pmSNA - RDU
1 stop9h 28mUnited Airlines
Mon 9/226:30 amRDU - SNA
1 stop7h 35mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/31$346
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/266:45 amSNA - RDU
3 stops23h 12mMultiple Airlines
Mon 9/2911:45 amRDU - SNA
2 stops13h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/31$358
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/187:21 pmSNA - RDU
1 stop18h 49mAlaska Airlines
Mon 9/226:10 pmRDU - SNA
2 stops17h 43mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 7/31$381

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

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Santa AnaRaleigh

SNA - RDU

SNARDU

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 10/15

8:04 pm-9:39 am

2 stops10h 35m

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 10/20

11:45 am-10:05 pm

2 stops13h 20m

$242

Santa AnaRaleigh

SNA - RDU

SNARDU

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Fri 8/29

12:09 pm-4:37 pm

1 stop25h 28m

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 9/5

5:23 pm-12:13 pm

1 stop21h 50m

$285

Santa AnaRaleigh

SNA - RDU

SNARDU

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sat 8/23

7:05 am-5:19 pm

1 stop7h 14m

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 8/26

5:45 am-10:18 am

1 stop7h 33m

$325

Santa AnaRaleigh

SNA - RDU

SNARDU

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sat 8/23

6:45 am-8:00 pm

2 stops10h 15m

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 8/26

6:25 am-12:15 pm

1 stop8h 50m

$330

Santa AnaRaleigh

SNA - RDU

SNARDU

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 9/25

12:50 pm-10:36 pm

1 stop6h 46m

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 9/30

5:13 am-11:57 am

1 stop9h 44m

$331

Santa AnaRaleigh

SNA - RDU

SNARDU

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Fri 9/19

7:00 pm-7:28 am

1 stop9h 28m

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 9/22

6:30 am-11:05 am

1 stop7h 35m

$346

Santa AnaRaleigh

SNA - RDU

SNARDU

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Fri 9/26

6:45 am-8:57 am

3 stops23h 12m

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 9/29

11:45 am-10:05 pm

2 stops13h 20m

$358

Santa AnaRaleigh

SNA - RDU

SNARDU

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 9/18

7:21 pm-5:10 pm

1 stop18h 49m

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 9/22

6:10 pm-8:53 am

2 stops17h 43m

$381

Santa AnaRaleigh

SNA - RDU

SNARDU

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sat 8/30

8:30 pm-1:47 pm

2 stops14h 17m

$120

Santa AnaRaleigh

SNA - RDU

SNARDU

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 11/18

12:27 pm-10:12 pm

1 stop6h 45m

$163

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Best time to book a flight from Santa Ana to Durham

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Santa Ana to Durham?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Santa Ana to Durham. Price data was last updated on July 25, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Santa Ana to Durham may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 84 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Santa Ana to Durham?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Ana to Durham (average of $206). Flying from Santa Ana to Durham in March is currently the most expensive (average of $293). 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 DU8?

Find hourly flight availability from Santa Ana to Durham. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated July 31, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Santa Ana to Durham as you normally would.

Reviews of airlines servicing Durham

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Durham. 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 Durham. Reviews last updated July 31, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Southwest, and Delta from Santa Ana to Durham have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,981 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,900 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Santa Ana to Durham. 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 Durham?

    Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty (SNA) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from Santa Ana to Durham. You should not have trouble finding flights to Durham from J. Wayne/Orange Cnty; the airport handles an average of 0 outbound flights to Durham per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 5 airlines have flights from the Santa Ana airport to Durham. It is only a 4.8 mi journey to J. Wayne/Orange Cnty (SNA) from Santa Ana’s city center.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Santa Ana to Durham one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Spirit Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $120. However, be on the lookout for offers from American Airlines and Delta, as they are both options that can get you from Santa Ana to Durham for a low price.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Ana to Durham (average of $206). Flying from Santa Ana to Durham in March is currently the most expensive (average of $293). 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 5 airlines flying from Santa Ana to Durham

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Santa Ana to Durham. 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 July 31, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$168Average$310FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$268Average$485FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$308Average$483FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$342Average$426FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$352Average$492FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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