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$85+ Cheap flights from Santa Ana to Philadelphia (SNA - PHL)

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SNA — PHL
Aug 19 — Aug 261
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty to Philadelphia are usually found in August or September, booked 47 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Thursday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Santa Ana to Philadelphia

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Santa Ana (SNA) to Philadelphia (PHL). 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 August 14, 2025.

Round-trip from

$167
(CheapOair)

One-way from

$85
(Trip.com)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$381
From Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty to Philadelphia
One-way flight from Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty to Philadelphia
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 10% potential increase in price ($51 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($13 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in August 2025

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Cheapest flights from Santa Ana to Philadelphia
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Santa Ana to Philadelphia. 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 8/14. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/511:52 amSNA - PHL
1 stop10h 05mFrontier
Mon 9/86:45 amPHL - SNA
1 stop7h 22mFrontier
Deal found 8/14$167
This CheapOair 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/511:52 amSNA - PHL
1 stop10h 05mFrontier
Sat 9/206:45 amPHL - SNA
1 stop8h 28mFrontier
Deal found 8/14$189
This CheapOair 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/411:52 amSNA - PHL
1 stop10h 05mFrontier
Sat 9/66:45 amPHL - SNA
1 stop8h 28mFrontier
Deal found 8/14$205
This Frontier 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/66:59 pmSNA - PHL
2 stops13h 03mFrontier
Mon 11/106:19 amPHL - SNA
1 stop7h 57mFrontier
Deal found 8/13$209
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Fri 10/311:52 amSNA - PHL
1 stop10h 05mFrontier
Sun 10/55:15 amPHL - SNA
2 stops34h 00mFrontier
Deal found 8/14$219
This CheapOair 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/312:18 pmSNA - PHL
1 stop13h 36mFrontier
Mon 9/86:45 amPHL - SNA
1 stop7h 22mFrontier
Deal found 8/14$221
This CheapOair 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/284:37 pmSNA - PHL
1 stop10h 08mFrontier
Mon 9/86:45 amPHL - SNA
1 stop7h 22mFrontier
Deal found 8/14$222
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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.
Wed 9/38:30 pmSNA - PHL
2 stops16h 40mSpirit Airlines
Mon 9/88:43 pmPHL - SNA
3 stops19h 32mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/12$223
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Wed 9/106:45 amSNA - PHL
1 stop11h 06mSpirit Airlines
Wed 9/176:25 amPHL - SNA
2 stops18h 40mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/13$234
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Thu 10/1612:01 pmSNA - PHL
1 stop14h 18mFrontier
Sun 10/195:20 amPHL - SNA
2 stops32h 56mFrontier
Deal found 8/14$239
This CheapOair 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/1212:01 pmSNA - PHL
2 stops44h 56mFrontier
Sun 11/161:02 pmPHL - SNA
2 stops25h 14mFrontier
Deal found 8/14$240
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Sat 10/46:45 amSNA - PHL
1 stop11h 06mMultiple Airlines
Sun 10/56:30 pmPHL - SNA
2 stops27h 44mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/14$241

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

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Santa AnaPhiladelphia

SNA - PHL

SNAPHL

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Fri 9/5

11:52 am-12:57 am

1 stop10h 05m

Philadelphia

Mon 9/8

6:45 am-11:07 am

1 stop7h 22m

$167

Santa AnaPhiladelphia

SNA - PHL

SNAPHL

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Fri 9/5

11:52 am-12:57 am

1 stop10h 05m

Philadelphia

Sat 9/20

6:45 am-12:13 pm

1 stop8h 28m

$189

Santa AnaPhiladelphia

SNA - PHL

SNAPHL

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 9/4

11:52 am-12:57 am

1 stop10h 05m

Philadelphia

Sat 9/6

6:45 am-12:13 pm

1 stop8h 28m

$205

Santa AnaPhiladelphia

SNA - PHL

SNAPHL

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 11/12

12:01 pm-4:49 am

1 stop13h 48m

Philadelphia

Sun 11/16

5:30 am-6:14 pm

2 stops15h 44m

$209

Santa AnaPhiladelphia

SNA - PHL

SNAPHL

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 11/6

6:59 pm-11:02 am

2 stops13h 03m

Philadelphia

Mon 11/10

6:19 am-11:16 am

1 stop7h 57m

$209

Santa AnaPhiladelphia

SNA - PHL

SNAPHL

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Fri 10/3

11:52 am-12:57 am

1 stop10h 05m

Philadelphia

Sun 10/5

5:15 am-12:15 pm

2 stops34h 00m

$219

Santa AnaPhiladelphia

SNA - PHL

SNAPHL

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 9/3

12:18 pm-4:54 am

1 stop13h 36m

Philadelphia

Mon 9/8

6:45 am-11:07 am

1 stop7h 22m

$221

Santa AnaPhiladelphia

SNA - PHL

SNAPHL

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 8/28

4:37 pm-5:45 am

1 stop10h 08m

Philadelphia

Mon 9/8

6:45 am-11:07 am

1 stop7h 22m

$222

Santa AnaPhiladelphia

SNA - PHL

SNAPHL

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 9/3

8:30 pm-4:10 pm

2 stops16h 40m

Philadelphia

Mon 9/8

8:43 pm-1:15 pm

3 stops19h 32m

$223

Santa AnaPhiladelphia

SNA - PHL

SNAPHL

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 9/10

6:45 am-8:51 pm

1 stop11h 06m

Philadelphia

Wed 9/17

6:25 am-10:05 pm

2 stops18h 40m

$234

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Santa Ana to Philadelphia. Price data was last updated on August 8, 2025.

Booking 47 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Santa Ana to Philadelphia. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Ana to Philadelphia (average of $236). Flying from Santa Ana to Philadelphia in March is currently the most expensive (average of $295). 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 PHL?

Find hourly flight availability from Santa Ana to Philadelphia. 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.

It’s optimal to fly from Santa Ana to Philadelphia in the afternoon. By choosing this option you can save up to 24% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Santa Ana to Philadelphia?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Santa Ana to Philadelphia. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Santa Ana to Philadelphia flight should consider departing on Friday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Tuesday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Reviews of airlines servicing Philadelphia

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Philadelphia. 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 Philadelphia. Reviews last updated August 14, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines from Santa Ana to Philadelphia. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.0
Very good

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Michael,Sep 2023

SMF - ATL

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin
8.0
Very good
8.0
Very good

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Michael,Sep 2023

SMF - ATL

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin
8.0
Very good

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Michael,Sep 2023

SMF - ATL

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin
8.0
Very good

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Michael,Sep 2023

SMF - ATL

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin
8.0
Very good

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Michael,Sep 2023

SMF - ATL

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin
8.0
Very good

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Michael,Sep 2023

SMF - ATL

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Santa Ana to Philadelphia round-trip from $94. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Frontier, from $145, and United Airlines, from $234. Spirit Airlines is 79% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Ana to Philadelphia (average of $236). Flying from Santa Ana to Philadelphia in March is currently the most expensive (average of $295). 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 6 airlines flying from Santa Ana to Philadelphia

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$94Average$252FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$145Average$206FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
United AirlinesCheapest$234Average$495FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$276Average$433FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$337Average$497FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$362Average$476FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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