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$77+ Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) 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 1/24. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — SNA
Jan 22 — Jan 291
Thu 1/22
Thu 1/29
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from San Francisco to Orange County

Cheapest flights from San Francisco to Orange County
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to Orange County. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 23, 2025.

This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/20. 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.
Sun 12/289:18 amSFO - SNA
Nonstop1h 39mFrontier
Thu 1/87:41 pmSNA - SFO
Nonstop1h 38mFrontier
Deal found 12/20$185
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/311:29 pmSFO - SNA
2 stops20h 47mMultiple Airlines
Thu 1/87:41 pmSNA - SFO
Nonstop1h 38mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/22$214
This Travelocity deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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 Travelocity is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/296:00 amSFO - SNA
1 stop13h 21mFrontier
Mon 1/59:12 amSNA - SFO
1 stop6h 09mFrontier
Deal found 12/22$257
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/314:06 pmSFO - SNA
1 stop18h 10mMultiple Airlines
Sat 1/109:12 amSNA - SFO
1 stop24h 34mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/21$266
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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 12/259:18 amSFO - SNA
Nonstop1h 39mFrontier
Thu 1/11:30 pmSNA - SFO
Nonstop1h 42mFrontier
Deal found 12/22$275
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/20. 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.
Sun 12/289:18 amSFO - SNA
Nonstop1h 39mFrontier
Mon 1/59:12 amSNA - SFO
1 stop6h 09mFrontier
Deal found 12/20$277
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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 12/259:18 amSFO - SNA
Nonstop1h 39mFrontier
Thu 12/251:30 pmSNA - SFO
Nonstop1h 42mFrontier
Deal found 12/21$285
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/23. 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 12/296:30 amSFO - LGB
2 stops6h 30mSouthwest
Thu 1/14:25 pmLGB - SFO
1 stop4h 50mSouthwest
Deal found 12/23$582
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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 12/308:40 amSFO - LGB
2 stops7h 25mSouthwest
Thu 1/17:30 amLGB - SFO
2 stops6h 55mSouthwest
Deal found 12/22$587
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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 12/309:55 pmSFO - LGB
1 stop10h 35mSouthwest
Sat 1/34:20 pmLGB - SFO
2 stops6h 30mSouthwest
Deal found 12/21$588
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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.
Thu 12/2510:35 amSFO - LGB
1 stop6h 15mSouthwest
Sun 12/286:00 pmLGB - SFO
1 stop6h 25mSouthwest
Deal found 12/21$639
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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.
Thu 12/2512:45 pmSFO - LGB
2 stops6h 15mSouthwest
Tue 12/306:45 pmLGB - SFO
1 stop5h 10mSouthwest
Deal found 12/22$644

Find flight deals from San Francisco to Orange County

Keep the following information in mind while searching for San Francisco to Orange County flight deals. Data was last updated December 23, 2025.

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Round-trip from

$133
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$77
(Kiwi.com)

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Average price

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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco 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 December 23, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Francisco to Orange County that are best for you.

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San FranciscoSanta Ana

SFO - SNA

SFOSNA

San Francisco

Fri 1/30

2:35 pm-10:18 pm

1 stop7h 43m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sun 2/1

8:30 am-11:30 pm

1 stop15h 00m

$185

San FranciscoSanta Ana

SFO - SNA

SFOSNA

San Francisco

Fri 1/30

11:02 am-10:18 pm

2 stops11h 16m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sat 1/31

7:00 am-5:49 pm

2 stops10h 49m

$196

San FranciscoSanta Ana

SFO - SNA

SFOSNA

San Francisco

Mon 1/26

11:33 am-1:14 pm

Nonstop1h 41m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Fri 1/30

5:51 pm-7:29 pm

Nonstop1h 38m

$197

San FranciscoSanta Ana

SFO - SNA

SFOSNA

San Francisco

Mon 1/26

7:20 am-8:58 am

Nonstop1h 38m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Mon 2/2

6:25 pm-8:07 pm

Nonstop1h 42m

$197

San FranciscoSanta Ana

SFO - SNA

SFOSNA

San Francisco

Mon 2/2

5:00 pm-6:38 pm

Nonstop1h 38m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Fri 2/6

7:18 pm-8:56 pm

Nonstop1h 38m

$197

San FranciscoSanta Ana

SFO - SNA

SFOSNA

San Francisco

Sun 4/19

8:25 am-10:19 am

Nonstop1h 54m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Mon 4/20

6:39 pm-8:05 pm

Nonstop1h 26m

$197

San FranciscoSanta Ana

SFO - SNA

SFOSNA

San Francisco

Sun 2/1

7:00 am-8:36 am

Nonstop1h 36m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 2/5

7:18 pm-8:56 pm

Nonstop1h 38m

$197

San FranciscoSanta Ana

SFO - SNA

SFOSNA

San Francisco

Fri 2/6

10:40 am-12:15 pm

Nonstop1h 35m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sun 2/8

7:55 am-9:37 am

Nonstop1h 42m

$197

San FranciscoSanta Ana

SFO - SNA

SFOSNA

San Francisco

Fri 1/23

7:00 am-8:36 am

Nonstop1h 36m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 1/28

7:18 pm-8:56 pm

Nonstop1h 38m

$197

San FranciscoSanta Ana

SFO - SNA

SFOSNA

San Francisco

Fri 3/6

9:28 am-11:11 am

Nonstop1h 43m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sun 3/8

8:59 am-10:39 am

Nonstop1h 40m

$197

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Best time to book a flight from San Francisco to Orange County

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

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Orange County (average of $38). Flying from San Francisco to Orange County in December is currently the most expensive (average of $82). 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 SFO to KFI?

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco 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 December 23, 2025.

Unlike in the evening, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 36% on flights from San Francisco to Orange County by exploring options for tickets at noon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from San Francisco to Orange County?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Francisco to Orange County. Price data was last updated on December 20, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Francisco to Orange County flight should consider departing on Monday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Thursday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from San Francisco to Orange County

Explore weekly flight availability from San Francisco 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 December 23, 2025.

The most flights from SFO to zzKFI are scheduled on a Tuesday (54 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (39 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 December 23, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines, and United Airlines from San Francisco to Orange County have to say. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,513 reviews

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Hannah,Aug 2025

SFO - SAN

Ticket said TSA pre check, but then the TSA agent said that Alaska Airlines has not actually entered the pre check information for the ticket, so I had to use regular security. During boarding, I have a disability and need to board early. The Alaska Airlines employee announced disability boarding, but then immediately announced 2 other groups to board, so I still had to fight the crowds. On the plane, the stewardess was brusk and rude. Seats were very uncomfortable, especially on lower back.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,513 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,513 reviews

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Hannah,Aug 2025

SFO - SAN

Ticket said TSA pre check, but then the TSA agent said that Alaska Airlines has not actually entered the pre check information for the ticket, so I had to use regular security. During boarding, I have a disability and need to board early. The Alaska Airlines employee announced disability boarding, but then immediately announced 2 other groups to board, so I still had to fight the crowds. On the plane, the stewardess was brusk and rude. Seats were very uncomfortable, especially on lower back.
Hawaiian Airlines
7.8
Good
2,820 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,513 reviews

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Hannah,Aug 2025

SFO - SAN

Ticket said TSA pre check, but then the TSA agent said that Alaska Airlines has not actually entered the pre check information for the ticket, so I had to use regular security. During boarding, I have a disability and need to board early. The Alaska Airlines employee announced disability boarding, but then immediately announced 2 other groups to board, so I still had to fight the crowds. On the plane, the stewardess was brusk and rude. Seats were very uncomfortable, especially on lower back.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,106 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,513 reviews

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Hannah,Aug 2025

SFO - SAN

Ticket said TSA pre check, but then the TSA agent said that Alaska Airlines has not actually entered the pre check information for the ticket, so I had to use regular security. During boarding, I have a disability and need to board early. The Alaska Airlines employee announced disability boarding, but then immediately announced 2 other groups to board, so I still had to fight the crowds. On the plane, the stewardess was brusk and rude. Seats were very uncomfortable, especially on lower back.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,050 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,513 reviews

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Hannah,Aug 2025

SFO - SAN

Ticket said TSA pre check, but then the TSA agent said that Alaska Airlines has not actually entered the pre check information for the ticket, so I had to use regular security. During boarding, I have a disability and need to board early. The Alaska Airlines employee announced disability boarding, but then immediately announced 2 other groups to board, so I still had to fight the crowds. On the plane, the stewardess was brusk and rude. Seats were very uncomfortable, especially on lower back.
Frontier
5.8
Fair
3,074 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,513 reviews

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Hannah,Aug 2025

SFO - SAN

Ticket said TSA pre check, but then the TSA agent said that Alaska Airlines has not actually entered the pre check information for the ticket, so I had to use regular security. During boarding, I have a disability and need to board early. The Alaska Airlines employee announced disability boarding, but then immediately announced 2 other groups to board, so I still had to fight the crowds. On the plane, the stewardess was brusk and rude. Seats were very uncomfortable, especially on lower back.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Francisco to Orange County. 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 San Francisco to Orange County?

    For a flight from San Francisco to Orange County, you will be flying from San Francisco. San Francisco (SFO) is just 11.8 mi from the center of the city.

  • How popular is this San Francisco to Orange County flight route?

    Within the past month, 95 users have taken a look at flights from San Francisco to Orange County.

  • How long is the flight from San Francisco to Orange County?

    Airlines like Delta, Alaska Airlines, and United Airlines fly from San Francisco to Orange County in about 1h 38m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 6h 05m. San Francisco and Orange County are separated by a distance of 372 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

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

    $19 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Frontier. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Spirit Airlines and United Airlines, with prices starting from $22 and $31, respectively.

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

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from San Francisco to Orange County on time: Qantas Airways (91%), Air Canada (90%), United Airlines (89%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from San Francisco to Orange County?

    The cheapest flight price from San Francisco to Orange County is $73. On average you can expect to pay $308. The most popular route, (San Francisco - Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty), can usually be booked for $115.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Francisco 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 San Francisco to Orange County?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Orange County (average of $38). Flying from San Francisco to Orange County in December is currently the most expensive (average of $82). 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 7 airlines flying from San Francisco to Orange County

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco 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 December 23, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$34Average$98FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$38Average$135FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$57Average$194FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
United AirlinesCheapest$57Average$218FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$78Average$199FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$87Average$226FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
American AirlinesCheapest$197Average$476FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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