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$57+ Cheap flights from Salinas, CA, CA to Orange County

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SFO — SNA
Aug 19 — Aug 261
Tue 8/19
Tue 8/26
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Salinas to Orange County

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Salinas to Orange County flight deals. Data was last updated August 14, 2025.

Round-trip from

$96
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$57
(Frontier)

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$149
From Salinas to Orange County
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Cheapest flights from Salinas to Orange County
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Salinas to Orange County. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on August 14, 2025.

This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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.
Fri 9/56:15 pmSFO - SNA
Nonstop1h 38mFrontier
Sun 9/77:16 pmSNA - SFO
1 stop22h 14mFrontier
Deal found 8/13$110
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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 SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/55:45 amSFO - SNA
1 stop6h 30mFrontier
Mon 9/81:00 pmSNA - SFO
Nonstop1h 38mFrontier
Deal found 8/14$111
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/410:19 amSFO - SNA
1 stop4h 25mFrontier
Fri 9/51:00 pmSNA - SFO
Nonstop1h 38mFrontier
Deal found 8/14$113
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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 9/410:19 amSFO - SNA
1 stop7h 03mFrontier
Mon 9/81:00 pmSNA - SFO
Nonstop1h 38mFrontier
Deal found 8/14$115
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/72:20 pmSFO - SNA
Nonstop1h 37mFrontier
Mon 11/106:59 pmSNA - SFO
Nonstop1h 35mFrontier
Deal found 8/13$118
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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.
Fri 9/56:15 pmSFO - SNA
Nonstop1h 38mFrontier
Wed 9/1012:58 pmSNA - SFO
1 stop9h 32mFrontier
Deal found 8/14$120
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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 SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/132:10 pmSFO - SNA
1 stop4h 17mFrontier
Mon 9/151:00 pmSNA - SFO
Nonstop1h 38mFrontier
Deal found 8/14$121
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/310:37 pmSFO - SNA
1 stop19h 50mFrontier
Mon 10/61:00 pmSNA - SFO
Nonstop1h 38mFrontier
Deal found 8/14$122
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/2110:32 amSFO - SNA
Nonstop1h 37mFrontier
Thu 8/214:37 pmSNA - SFO
1 stop4h 44mFrontier
Deal found 8/13$123
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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.
Fri 10/1710:47 amSFO - SNA
Nonstop1h 34mFrontier
Fri 10/247:53 pmSNA - SFO
Nonstop1h 39mFrontier
Deal found 8/13$124
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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.
Tue 9/97:00 amSFO - LGB
2 stops7h 45mSouthwest
Tue 9/1610:50 amLGB - SFO
1 stop7h 05mSouthwest
Deal found 8/13$191
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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.
Mon 9/85:00 amSFO - LGB
1 stop5h 05mSouthwest
Wed 9/102:40 pmLGB - SFO
1 stop7h 45mSouthwest
Deal found 8/13$197

Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from Salinas to Orange County 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 August 14, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Salinas to Orange County that are best for you.

Fly from

Salinas

Fly to

Orange County

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San FranciscoSanta Ana

SFO - SNA

SFOSNA

San Francisco

Fri 10/31

2:16 pm-3:53 pm

Nonstop1h 37m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sun 11/2

8:16 pm-9:25 pm

1 stop25h 09m

$110

San FranciscoSanta Ana

SFO - SNA

SFOSNA

San Francisco

Thu 9/25

5:45 am-6:31 pm

1 stop12h 46m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Mon 9/29

1:00 pm-2:38 pm

Nonstop1h 38m

$110

San FranciscoSanta Ana

SFO - SNA

SFOSNA

San Francisco

Fri 9/12

6:15 pm-7:53 pm

Nonstop1h 38m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sun 9/14

7:16 pm-8:36 am

1 stop13h 20m

$110

San FranciscoSanta Ana

SFO - SNA

SFOSNA

San Francisco

Thu 9/4

10:19 am-2:44 pm

1 stop4h 25m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Fri 9/5

1:00 pm-2:38 pm

Nonstop1h 38m

$113

San FranciscoSanta Ana

SFO - SNA

SFOSNA

San Francisco

Sat 9/13

2:10 pm-6:27 pm

1 stop4h 17m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Mon 9/15

1:00 pm-2:38 pm

Nonstop1h 38m

$113

San FranciscoSanta Ana

SFO - SNA

SFOSNA

San Francisco

Sat 9/6

2:10 pm-6:27 pm

1 stop4h 17m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Mon 9/8

1:00 pm-2:38 pm

Nonstop1h 38m

$115

San FranciscoSanta Ana

SFO - SNA

SFOSNA

San Francisco

Fri 9/5

6:15 pm-7:53 pm

Nonstop1h 38m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Mon 9/8

1:00 pm-2:38 pm

Nonstop1h 38m

$119

San FranciscoSanta Ana

SFO - SNA

SFOSNA

San Francisco

Mon 9/8

6:15 pm-7:53 pm

Nonstop1h 38m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 9/10

12:58 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop9h 32m

$120

San FranciscoSanta Ana

SFO - SNA

SFOSNA

San Francisco

Fri 9/5

6:15 pm-7:53 pm

Nonstop1h 38m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 9/10

12:58 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop9h 32m

$120

San FranciscoSanta Ana

SFO - SNA

SFOSNA

San Francisco

Fri 9/5

6:15 pm-7:53 pm

Nonstop1h 38m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sat 9/6

12:58 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop9h 32m

$120

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Best time to book a flight from Salinas to Orange County

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Orange County from Salinas with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Salinas to Orange County

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Salinas to Orange County?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Salinas to Orange County (average of $298). Flying from Salinas to Orange County in March is currently the most expensive (average of $377). 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 S9N to KFI?

Find hourly flight availability from Salinas to Orange County. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated August 14, 2025.

When flying from Salinas to Orange County, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Weekly flight availability from Salinas to Orange County

Explore weekly flight availability from Salinas to Orange County. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated August 14, 2025.

The most flights from S9N to zzKFI are scheduled on a Thursday (57 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (23 on average).

Reviews of airlines servicing Orange County

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Orange County. 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 Orange County. Reviews last updated August 14, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines, and United Airlines from Salinas to Orange County by reading reviews from past customers. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

BOI - LAX

flying in first class, my husband froze the entire flight and was miserable. first class does not offer blankets or any entertainment. (TV etc)
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

BOI - LAX

flying in first class, my husband froze the entire flight and was miserable. first class does not offer blankets or any entertainment. (TV etc)
Hawaiian Airlines
7.8
Good
2,656 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

BOI - LAX

flying in first class, my husband froze the entire flight and was miserable. first class does not offer blankets or any entertainment. (TV etc)
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,916 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

BOI - LAX

flying in first class, my husband froze the entire flight and was miserable. first class does not offer blankets or any entertainment. (TV etc)
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

BOI - LAX

flying in first class, my husband froze the entire flight and was miserable. first class does not offer blankets or any entertainment. (TV etc)
Frontier
5.8
Fair
3,217 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

BOI - LAX

flying in first class, my husband froze the entire flight and was miserable. first class does not offer blankets or any entertainment. (TV etc)

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  • How popular is this Salinas to Orange County flight route?

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  • What are the cheapest flights from Salinas to Orange County?

    On average you can expect to pay $233 for a flight from Salinas to Orange County. The cheapest flight overall is $53 while the most popular route, (San Francisco - Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty) is currently priced at $110.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Salinas to Orange County that include hotel bookings?

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    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Salinas to Orange County 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 Salinas to Orange County?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Salinas to Orange County (average of $298). Flying from Salinas to Orange County in March is currently the most expensive (average of $377). 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 8 airlines flying from Salinas to Orange County

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from Salinas to Orange County. 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 August 14, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$21Average$105FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$34Average$105FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$56Average$185FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$57Average$220FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
United AirlinesCheapest$58Average$289FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$73Average$189FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$131Average$336FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$196Average$415FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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