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$289+ Cheap flights from Santa Ana to Lafayette (SNA - LFT)

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 10/18. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SNA — LFT
Oct 17 — Oct 241
Fri 10/17
Fri 10/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Santa Ana to Lafayette

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Santa Ana (SNA) to Lafayette (LFT). 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 September 17, 2025.

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$289
(American Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$450
From Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty to Lafayette Regional
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Cheapest flights from Santa Ana to Lafayette
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Santa Ana to Lafayette. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 17, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/53:14 pmSNA - LFT
1 stop5h 29mUnited Airlines
Sat 11/85:20 amLFT - SNA
1 stop7h 52mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/17$289
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/18:15 amSNA - LFT
1 stop7h 12mUnited Airlines
Tue 11/412:20 pmLFT - SNA
2 stops10h 12mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/17$294
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/188:15 amSNA - LFT
1 stop7h 30mUnited Airlines
Tue 10/215:15 amLFT - SNA
2 stops9h 02mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/17$319
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/1412:46 pmSNA - LFT
1 stop7h 44mDelta
Mon 11/173:32 pmLFT - SNA
1 stop8h 56mDelta
Deal found 9/17$344
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/512:30 pmSNA - LFT
2 stops8h 45mAmerican Airlines
Sat 11/810:02 amLFT - SNA
2 stops10h 22mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/17$349
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/1412:35 pmSNA - LFT
2 stops8h 08mUnited Airlines
Mon 11/172:00 pmLFT - SNA
2 stops9h 03mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/17$392
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/2410:30 amSNA - LFT
1 stop5h 23mAmerican Airlines
Tue 10/285:33 amLFT - SNA
1 stop6h 12mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/17$436
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/247:00 pmSNA - LFT
2 stops12h 52mDelta
Tue 10/286:04 amLFT - SNA
2 stops14h 04mDelta
Deal found 9/17$529
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/244:15 pmSNA - LFT
3 stops21h 18mUnited Airlines
Tue 10/282:00 pmLFT - SNA
2 stops10h 19mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/17$647

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Santa Ana to Lafayette 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 September 17, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Santa Ana to Lafayette that are best for you.

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Santa AnaLafayette

SNA - LFT

SNALFT

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sat 10/18

2:51 pm-11:07 pm

1 stop6h 16m

Lafayette Regional

Tue 10/21

5:33 am-9:45 am

1 stop6h 12m

$289

Santa AnaLafayette

SNA - LFT

SNALFT

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 11/5

3:14 pm-10:43 pm

1 stop5h 29m

Lafayette Regional

Sat 11/8

5:20 am-11:12 am

1 stop7h 52m

$289

Santa AnaLafayette

SNA - LFT

SNALFT

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 11/5

3:03 pm-11:15 pm

1 stop6h 12m

Lafayette Regional

Sat 11/8

5:39 am-9:53 am

1 stop6h 14m

$289

Santa AnaLafayette

SNA - LFT

SNALFT

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Fri 11/14

7:00 am-10:30 pm

2 stops13h 30m

Lafayette Regional

Mon 11/17

3:32 pm-10:28 pm

1 stop8h 56m

$294

Santa AnaLafayette

SNA - LFT

SNALFT

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sat 11/1

8:15 am-5:27 pm

1 stop7h 12m

Lafayette Regional

Tue 11/4

12:20 pm-8:32 pm

2 stops10h 12m

$294

Santa AnaLafayette

SNA - LFT

SNALFT

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Fri 11/14

12:35 pm-10:43 pm

2 stops8h 08m

Lafayette Regional

Mon 11/17

2:00 pm-9:03 pm

2 stops9h 03m

$392

Santa AnaLafayette

SNA - LFT

SNALFT

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sat 2/21

6:45 am-1:42 pm

1 stop4h 57m

Lafayette Regional

Wed 2/25

5:41 am-10:25 am

1 stop6h 44m

$429

Santa AnaLafayette

SNA - LFT

SNALFT

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 10/7

10:00 am-11:07 pm

2 stops11h 07m

$296

Santa AnaLafayette

SNA - LFT

SNALFT

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 10/7

4:15 pm-3:33 pm

3 stops21h 18m

$342

Santa AnaLafayette

SNA - LFT

SNALFT

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sun 10/5

8:45 am-5:26 pm

1 stop6h 41m

$415

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Best time to book a flight from Santa Ana to Lafayette

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

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Ana to Lafayette (average of $323). Flying from Santa Ana to Lafayette in March is currently the most expensive (average of $436). 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 LFT?

Find hourly flight availability from Santa Ana to Lafayette. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated September 17, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Santa Ana to Lafayette at noon. By choosing this option you can save up to 15% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the morning.

Reviews of airlines servicing Lafayette

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Lafayette. 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 Lafayette. Reviews last updated September 17, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with United Airlines and American Airlines from Santa Ana to Lafayette by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,926 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.6

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

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
8,926 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,926 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.6

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

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
10,000 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,926 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.6

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

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 Lafayette. 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 to Lafayette?

    There are many flights that can get you from Santa Ana to Lafayette in 5h 29m. Fly via American Airlines, United Airlines, or Delta to get the fastest option. Santa Ana and Lafayette are separated by a distance of 1531 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Santa Ana to Lafayette round-trip?

    Currently priced at $228, American Airlines will fly you from Santa Ana to Lafayette and back. In addition to American Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Check Cheapflights for deals on United Airlines for as low as $239. These flights start at 51% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Ana to Lafayette (average of $323). Flying from Santa Ana to Lafayette in March is currently the most expensive (average of $436). 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 Lafayette

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Santa Ana to Lafayette. 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 September 17, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$228Average$435FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$239Average$433FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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