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$38+ Cheap flights from Salinas, CA, CA to Orange County

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 5/15. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — SNA
May 10 — May 171
Sat 5/10
Sat 5/17
1 adult, Economy
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One-way from

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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 May 5, 2025.

This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/4. 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.
Mon 6/21:09 pmSFO - SNA
Nonstop1h 33mFrontier
Mon 6/97:22 pmSNA - SFO
Nonstop1h 32mFrontier
Deal found 5/4$69
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/4. 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.
Tue 5/135:00 pmSFO - SNA
Nonstop1h 33mAlaska Airlines
Tue 5/138:55 pmSNA - SFO
Nonstop1h 31mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 5/4$72
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/4. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/83:45 pmSFO - SNA
Nonstop1h 35mMultiple Airlines
Wed 5/141:57 pmSNA - SFO
Nonstop1h 28mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/4$83
This Hawaiian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/5. 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 Hawaiian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/31:16 pmSFO - SNA
Nonstop1h 37mHawaiian Airlines
Tue 6/101:31 pmSNA - SFO
Nonstop1h 27mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 5/5$87
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/3. 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 5/1710:35 amSFO - SNA
Nonstop1h 43mUnited Airlines
Tue 5/203:52 pmSNA - SFO
Nonstop1h 25mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/3$90
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/4. 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 5/286:00 amSFO - SNA
1 stop5h 54mAmerican Airlines
Sat 5/3112:50 pmSNA - SFO
1 stop6h 08mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/4$168
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/5. 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 6/111:15 pmSFO - LGB
1 stop4h 50mSouthwest
Sun 6/152:05 pmLGB - SFO
1 stop5h 15mSouthwest
Deal found 5/5$309
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/4. 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 6/46:10 amSFO - LGB
2 stops15h 22mDelta
Fri 6/64:54 pmLGB - SFO
2 stops15h 34mDelta
Deal found 5/4$344
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Sat 9/67:58 pmSFO - LGB
1 stop23h 32mHawaiian Airlines
Tue 9/97:25 amLGB - SFO
1 stop13h 55mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 5/5$829
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/5. 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.
Tue 5/207:00 amSFO - LGB
1 stop13h 45mAlaska Airlines
Sat 5/247:45 amLGB - SFO
1 stop14h 15mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 5/5$877

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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 May 5, 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

Thu 5/22

1:09 pm-2:44 pm

Nonstop1h 35m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sun 5/25

6:35 pm-8:07 pm

Nonstop1h 32m

$68

San FranciscoSanta Ana

SFO - SNA

SFOSNA

San Francisco

Tue 6/3

11:13 am-12:51 pm

Nonstop1h 38m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 6/10

12:35 pm-2:03 pm

Nonstop1h 28m

$87

San FranciscoSanta Ana

SFO - SNA

SFOSNA

San Francisco

Sat 5/17

10:35 am-12:18 pm

Nonstop1h 43m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 5/20

3:52 pm-5:17 pm

Nonstop1h 25m

$90

San FranciscoSanta Ana

SFO - SNA

SFOSNA

San Francisco

Sat 6/7

8:35 pm-10:11 pm

Nonstop1h 36m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Mon 6/9

7:22 pm-8:54 pm

Nonstop1h 32m

$99

San FranciscoSanta Ana

SFO - SNA

SFOSNA

San Francisco

Wed 5/21

8:58 am-10:35 am

Nonstop1h 37m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 5/27

7:53 pm-9:19 pm

Nonstop1h 26m

$107

San FranciscoSanta Ana

SFO - SNA

SFOSNA

San Francisco

Wed 5/28

6:00 am-11:54 am

1 stop5h 54m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sat 5/31

12:50 pm-6:58 pm

1 stop6h 08m

$168

San FranciscoLong Beach

SFO - LGB

SFOLGB

San Francisco

Wed 6/11

1:15 pm-6:05 pm

1 stop4h 50m

Long Beach Municipal

Sun 6/15

2:05 pm-7:20 pm

1 stop5h 15m

$309

San FranciscoLong Beach

SFO - LGB

SFOLGB

San Francisco

Wed 6/4

6:10 am-9:32 pm

2 stops15h 22m

Long Beach Municipal

Fri 6/6

4:54 pm-8:28 am

2 stops15h 34m

$344

San FranciscoLong Beach

SFO - LGB

SFOLGB

San Francisco

Tue 5/20

7:00 am-8:45 pm

1 stop13h 45m

Long Beach Municipal

Sat 5/24

7:45 am-10:00 pm

1 stop14h 15m

$877

San FranciscoLong Beach

SFO - LGB

SFOLGB

San Francisco

Tue 6/10

7:55 pm-8:45 pm

1 stop24h 50m

Long Beach Municipal

Fri 6/13

7:45 am-9:35 pm

1 stop13h 50m

$1,194

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Best time to book a flight from Salinas to Orange County

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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 June is currently the most expensive (average of $395). 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 May 5, 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 May 5, 2025.

The most flights from S9N to zzKFI are scheduled on a Monday (61 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (52 on average).

Rainfall in Orange County by month

Plan your trip to Orange County by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Orange County ranges from 0.0 - 3.1 inches per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.1 in. July is typically the driest time to visit Orange County when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in Orange County by month

Plan your trip to Orange County by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Orange County, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, August is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 55.4 F).

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 May 5, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Breeze Airways, Alaska Airlines and Southwest from Salinas to Orange County to help guide your decision. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
160 reviews

Crew

8.8

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Food

6.7

Entertainment

6.6

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
160 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
160 reviews

Crew

8.8

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Food

6.7

Entertainment

6.6

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,987 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
160 reviews

Crew

8.8

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Food

6.7

Entertainment

6.6

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,292 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
160 reviews

Crew

8.8

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Food

6.7

Entertainment

6.6

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,939 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
160 reviews

Crew

8.8

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Food

6.7

Entertainment

6.6

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!
Hawaiian Airlines
7.9
Good
2,420 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
160 reviews

Crew

8.8

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Food

6.7

Entertainment

6.6

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!

Related info for your journey

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

    This flight path from Salinas to Orange County was viewed by 81 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Salinas to Orange County one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Salinas to Orange County are Frontier ($38), United Airlines ($39), and Alaska Airlines ($59).

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Salinas to Orange County?

    Before booking your flight to Orange County from Salinas, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Qantas Airways (89%), Lufthansa (87%), Air New Zealand( 87%).

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

    On average you can expect to pay $209 for a flight from Salinas to Orange County. The cheapest flight overall is $28 while the most popular route, (San Francisco - Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty) is currently priced at $57.

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

    Yes. In addition to deals on Salinas to Orange County flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Salinas to Orange County?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Salinas to Orange County.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Salinas to Orange County?

    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 June is currently the most expensive (average of $395). 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 May 5, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$21Average$94FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$36Average$102FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$38Average$169FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$57Average$231FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
United AirlinesCheapest$58Average$291FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$85Average$205FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$197Average$470FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$221Average$350FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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