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$81+ Cheap flights from Santa Ana (SNA) to Salem, OR

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SNA — PDX
Mar 19 — Mar 261
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty to Salem are usually found in April or May, booked 49 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Saturday

Cheap flight deals from Santa Ana to Salem

Cheapest flights from Santa Ana to Salem
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This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/16. 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 4/142:12 pm
SNA
-
PDX
Nonstop2h 36m
Alaska Airlines
Tue 4/217:55 pm
PDX
-
SNA
Nonstop2h 29m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 2/16$157
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/15. 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.
Mon 4/1312:19 pm
SNA
-
PDX
1 stop24h 43m
Frontier
Thu 4/2311:48 am
PDX
-
SNA
1 stop22h 58m
Frontier
Deal found 2/15$158
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/17. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/2411:32 am
SNA
-
PDX
1 stop24h 10m
Frontier
Mon 4/2712:52 pm
PDX
-
SNA
1 stop5h 19m
Frontier
Deal found 2/17$160
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/15. 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.
Mon 4/1312:19 pm
SNA
-
PDX
1 stop24h 43m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 4/211:48 pm
PDX
-
SNA
2 stops25h 52m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/15$162
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/15. 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.
Tue 4/142:53 pm
SNA
-
PDX
2 stops22h 09m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 4/2311:48 am
PDX
-
SNA
1 stop22h 58m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/15$164
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/14. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 3/711:32 am
SNA
-
PDX
1 stop22h 37m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 3/912:52 pm
PDX
-
SNA
1 stop23h 33m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/14$168
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/16. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 3/146:45 am
SNA
-
PDX
Nonstop2h 46m
Hawaiian Airlines
Mon 3/165:56 pm
PDX
-
SNA
Nonstop2h 29m
Hawaiian Airlines
Deal found 2/16$169
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/15. 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.
Mon 4/1312:19 pm
SNA
-
PDX
1 stop24h 43m
Frontier
Mon 4/2012:52 pm
PDX
-
SNA
1 stop5h 19m
Frontier
Deal found 2/15$170
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/15. 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 4/297:50 am
SNA
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PDX
1 stop3h 55m
Southwest
Sat 5/96:25 am
PDX
-
SNA
1 stop6h 10m
Southwest
Deal found 2/15$172

Find flight deals from Santa Ana to Salem

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Santa Ana to Salem flight deals. Data was last updated February 17, 2026.

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FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$157
(Alaska Airlines)

One-way from

$81
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$282
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From Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty to Salem
One-way flight from Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty to Salem
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 10% potential increase in price ($38 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($8 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in February 2026

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Santa Ana to Salem 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 February 17, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Santa Ana to Salem that are best for you.

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Santa AnaPortland

SNA - PDX

SNAPDX

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sat 3/21

7:00 am-9:36 am

Nonstop2h 36m

Portland

Sat 3/28

7:55 pm-10:24 pm

Nonstop2h 29m

$187

Santa AnaPortland

SNA - PDX

SNAPDX

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 4/22

7:00 pm-11:53 pm

1 stop4h 53m

Portland

Sat 4/25

5:30 am-10:05 am

1 stop4h 35m

$187

Santa AnaPortland

SNA - PDX

SNAPDX

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sat 4/11

7:30 am-11:45 am

1 stop4h 15m

Portland

Mon 4/13

5:00 pm-9:10 pm

1 stop4h 10m

$197

Santa AnaPortland

SNA - PDX

SNAPDX

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 5/5

11:13 am-1:47 pm

Nonstop2h 34m

Portland

Thu 5/7

8:01 pm-10:30 pm

Nonstop2h 29m

$217

Santa AnaPortland

SNA - PDX

SNAPDX

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 4/9

7:00 am-9:36 am

Nonstop2h 36m

Portland

Sun 4/12

7:55 pm-10:24 pm

Nonstop2h 29m

$217

Santa AnaPortland

SNA - PDX

SNAPDX

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sat 3/7

7:59 pm-5:11 am

1 stop9h 12m

Portland

Wed 3/11

5:56 pm-8:25 pm

Nonstop2h 29m

$230

Santa AnaPortland

SNA - PDX

SNAPDX

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sat 3/7

6:45 am-9:31 am

Nonstop2h 46m

Portland

Mon 3/9

10:48 am-3:26 pm

1 stop4h 38m

$237

Santa AnaPortland

SNA - PDX

SNAPDX

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 4/1

7:00 am-9:36 am

Nonstop2h 36m

Portland

Tue 4/7

8:46 pm-8:35 am

1 stop11h 49m

$240

Santa AnaPortland

SNA - PDX

SNAPDX

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sun 4/26

8:05 am-1:20 pm

1 stop5h 15m

Portland

Tue 4/28

6:00 am-10:50 am

1 stop4h 50m

$242

Santa AnaPortland

SNA - PDX

SNAPDX

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sat 3/7

8:05 am-3:48 pm

1 stop7h 43m

Portland

Sat 3/7

5:56 pm-8:25 pm

Nonstop2h 29m

$246

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Best time to book a flight from Santa Ana to Salem

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Santa Ana to Salem. Price data was last updated on February 13, 2026.

Booking 49 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Santa Ana to Salem. 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 Salem?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Ana to Salem (average of $52). Flying from Santa Ana to Salem in December is currently the most expensive (average of $98). 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 SA8?

Find hourly flight availability from Santa Ana to Salem. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated February 17, 2026.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Santa Ana to Salem in the morning. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 10% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the evening.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Santa Ana to Salem. Price data was last updated on December 27, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Santa Ana to Salem flight should consider departing on Saturday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Santa Ana to Salem

Explore weekly flight availability from Santa Ana to Salem. 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 February 17, 2026.

The most flights from SNA to SA8 are scheduled on a Tuesday (11 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (3 on average).

Reviews of airlines servicing Salem

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Salem. 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 Salem. Reviews last updated February 17, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Southwest, and Hawaiian Airlines from Santa Ana to Salem have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jan 2026

STS - LAX

Enjoyed staff assistance from ticking thru tsa , boarding and in the plane Couldn’t pick a seat except upgrading

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jan 2026

STS - LAX

Enjoyed staff assistance from ticking thru tsa , boarding and in the plane Couldn’t pick a seat except upgrading

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jan 2026

STS - LAX

Enjoyed staff assistance from ticking thru tsa , boarding and in the plane Couldn’t pick a seat except upgrading

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jan 2026

STS - LAX

Enjoyed staff assistance from ticking thru tsa , boarding and in the plane Couldn’t pick a seat except upgrading

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jan 2026

STS - LAX

Enjoyed staff assistance from ticking thru tsa , boarding and in the plane Couldn’t pick a seat except upgrading

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jan 2026

STS - LAX

Enjoyed staff assistance from ticking thru tsa , boarding and in the plane Couldn’t pick a seat except upgrading

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Santa Ana to Salem?

    Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty (SNA) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from Santa Ana to Salem. You should not have trouble finding flights to Salem from J. Wayne/Orange Cnty; the airport handles an average of 7 outbound flights to Salem per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 9 airlines have flights from the Santa Ana airport to Salem. It is only a 4.8 mi journey to J. Wayne/Orange Cnty (SNA) from Santa Ana’s city center.

  • How popular is this Santa Ana to Salem flight route?

  • How long is the flight from Santa Ana to Salem?

    There are many flights that can get you from Santa Ana to Salem in 2h 36m. Fly via Alaska Airlines, Delta, or Southwest to get the fastest option. Santa Ana and Salem are separated by a distance of 860 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Santa Ana to Salem one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Spirit Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $38. Frontier flights start at $65 while deals on Delta start at $88 one-way.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Santa Ana to Salem?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Santa Ana to Salem are American Airlines (97%), Alaska Airlines (90%) and Hawaiian Airlines (90%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Santa Ana to Salem?

    While on average a flight from Santa Ana to Salem is generally $254, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $98. When looking at the most popular route, (Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty - Portland), you can expect to pay $169 for that flight.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Ana to Salem (average of $52). Flying from Santa Ana to Salem in December is currently the most expensive (average of $98). 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 9 airlines flying from Santa Ana to Salem

Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from Santa Ana to Salem. 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 February 17, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$58Average$146FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$88Average$286FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Allegiant AirCheapest$90Average$198FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$93Average$164FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$177Average$324FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$187Average$331FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
United AirlinesCheapest$196Average$325FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$196Average$372FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$337Average$507FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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