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$43+ Cheap flights from Orange County to Salinas, CA, CA

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 7/27. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SNA — SFO
Jul 1 — Jul 81
Tue 7/1
Tue 7/8
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Cheap flight deals from Orange County to Salinas

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Orange County to Salinas flight deals. Data was last updated June 26, 2025.

Round-trip from

$73
(CheapOair)

One-way from

$48
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

May

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$177
From Orange County to Salinas
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Cheapest flights from Orange County to Salinas
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Orange County to Salinas. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 26, 2025.

This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/26. 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 7/103:32 pmSNA - SFO
1 stop20h 43mFrontier
Thu 7/171:07 pmSFO - SNA
Nonstop1h 40mFrontier
Deal found 6/26$73
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/25. 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 7/2912:42 pmSNA - SFO
Nonstop1h 28mAlaska Airlines
Wed 8/611:00 amSFO - SNA
Nonstop1h 40mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 6/25$77
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/26. 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.
Thu 8/77:20 amSNA - SFO
Nonstop1h 32mUnited Airlines
Mon 8/117:15 amSFO - SNA
Nonstop1h 40mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/26$111
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/25. 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.
Tue 7/1512:42 pmSNA - SFO
Nonstop1h 28mMultiple Airlines
Thu 7/171:07 pmSFO - SNA
Nonstop1h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/25$123
This Hawaiian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/24. 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 7/812:42 pmSNA - SFO
Nonstop1h 28mHawaiian Airlines
Wed 7/911:00 amSFO - SNA
Nonstop1h 40mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 6/24$147
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/25. 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 8/46:50 pmSNA - SFO
1 stop5h 25mSouthwest
Wed 8/65:15 amSFO - SNA
1 stop4h 35mSouthwest
Deal found 6/25$151
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/25. 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 8/144:30 pmLGB - SFO
1 stop6h 50mSouthwest
Mon 8/185:00 amSFO - LGB
1 stop3h 20mSouthwest
Deal found 6/25$152
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/26. 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.
Mon 6/3012:50 pmSNA - SFO
1 stop6h 03mAmerican Airlines
Tue 7/112:28 pmSFO - SNA
1 stop5h 44mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/26$187
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/25. 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.
Thu 8/77:01 amLGB - SFO
1 stop17h 02mDelta
Mon 8/117:04 pmSFO - LGB
1 stop21h 22mDelta
Deal found 6/25$383
This lastminute.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/24. 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 lastminute.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/217:55 amLGB - SFO
1 stop23h 54mHawaiian Airlines
Wed 10/227:47 pmSFO - LGB
1 stop23h 58mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 6/24$626
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/24. 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.
Sat 9/277:25 amLGB - SFO
1 stop14h 08mAlaska Airlines
Tue 9/309:33 amSFO - LGB
1 stop33h 57mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 6/24$871

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Orange County to Salinas 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 June 26, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Orange County to Salinas that are best for you.

Fly from

Orange County

Fly to

Salinas

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Santa AnaSan Francisco

SNA - SFO

SNASFO

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 7/10

3:32 pm-12:15 pm

1 stop20h 43m

San Francisco

Thu 7/17

1:07 pm-2:47 pm

Nonstop1h 40m

$73

Santa AnaSan Francisco

SNA - SFO

SNASFO

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 7/29

12:42 pm-2:10 pm

Nonstop1h 28m

San Francisco

Wed 8/6

11:00 am-12:40 pm

Nonstop1h 40m

$77

Santa AnaSan Francisco

SNA - SFO

SNASFO

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 8/7

7:20 am-8:52 am

Nonstop1h 32m

San Francisco

Mon 8/11

7:15 am-8:55 am

Nonstop1h 40m

$111

Santa AnaSan Francisco

SNA - SFO

SNASFO

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 7/15

12:42 pm-2:10 pm

Nonstop1h 28m

San Francisco

Thu 7/17

1:07 pm-2:47 pm

Nonstop1h 40m

$123

Santa AnaSan Francisco

SNA - SFO

SNASFO

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Fri 9/12

7:56 pm-9:27 pm

Nonstop1h 31m

San Francisco

Tue 9/16

5:37 pm-7:16 pm

Nonstop1h 39m

$147

Santa AnaSan Francisco

SNA - SFO

SNASFO

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Mon 8/4

6:50 pm-12:15 am

1 stop5h 25m

San Francisco

Wed 8/6

5:15 am-9:50 am

1 stop4h 35m

$151

Long BeachSan Francisco

LGB - SFO

LGBSFO

Long Beach Municipal

Thu 8/14

4:30 pm-11:20 pm

1 stop6h 50m

San Francisco

Mon 8/18

5:00 am-8:20 am

1 stop3h 20m

$152

Santa AnaSan Francisco

SNA - SFO

SNASFO

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Fri 8/8

12:50 pm-8:01 pm

1 stop7h 11m

San Francisco

Fri 8/15

8:40 am-3:29 pm

1 stop6h 49m

$208

Long BeachSan Francisco

LGB - SFO

LGBSFO

Long Beach Municipal

Thu 8/7

7:01 am-12:03 am

1 stop17h 02m

San Francisco

Mon 8/11

7:04 pm-4:26 pm

1 stop21h 22m

$383

Long BeachSan Francisco

LGB - SFO

LGBSFO

Long Beach Municipal

Tue 10/21

7:55 am-7:49 am

1 stop23h 54m

San Francisco

Wed 10/22

7:47 pm-7:45 pm

1 stop23h 58m

$626

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Best time to book a flight from Orange County to Salinas

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Orange County to Salinas

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Orange County to Salinas (average of $276). Flying from Orange County to Salinas in June is currently the most expensive (average of $360). 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 KFI to S9N?

Find hourly flight availability from Orange County to Salinas. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated June 26, 2025.

When flying from Orange County to Salinas, 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 Orange County to Salinas

Explore weekly flight availability from Orange County to Salinas. 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 June 26, 2025.

The most flights from zzKFI to S9N are scheduled on a Thursday (63 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (41 on average).

Reviews of airlines servicing Salinas

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Salinas. 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 Salinas. Reviews last updated June 26, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Orange County to Salinas, such as Breeze Airways, Alaska Airlines, and Southwest. 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.
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
182 reviews

Entertainment

6.6

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.8

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.2

Food

6.8

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
182 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
182 reviews

Entertainment

6.6

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.8

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.2

Food

6.8

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
10,000 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
182 reviews

Entertainment

6.6

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.8

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.2

Food

6.8

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
4,276 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
182 reviews

Entertainment

6.6

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.8

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.2

Food

6.8

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
7,963 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
182 reviews

Entertainment

6.6

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.8

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.2

Food

6.8

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
7.8
Good
2,522 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
182 reviews

Entertainment

6.6

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.8

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.2

Food

6.8

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 Orange County to Salinas flight route?

    Within the past month, 79 users have taken a look at flights from Orange County to Salinas.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Frontier. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $48. Users have also found prices from $59 and $66 on Alaska Airlines and United Airlines, respectively.

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

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Orange County to Salinas consider choosing Qatar Airways (88%), Qantas Airways (88%) or Japan Airlines (87%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

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

    While on average a flight from Orange County to Salinas is generally $697, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $38. When looking at the most popular route, (Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty - San Francisco), you can expect to pay $72 for that flight.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Orange County to Salinas (average of $276). Flying from Orange County to Salinas in June is currently the most expensive (average of $360). 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 Orange County to Salinas

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from Orange County to Salinas. 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 June 26, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$27Average$91FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$41Average$106FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$43Average$170FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
United AirlinesCheapest$59Average$275FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$67Average$206FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
DeltaCheapest$88Average$192FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$195Average$342FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$197Average$347FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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