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$63+ Cheap flights from Santa Ana (SNA) to Salinas, CA, CA

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SNA — SFO
Oct 15 — Oct 221
Wed 10/15
Wed 10/22
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty to Salinas are usually found in January or February, booked 65 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Saturday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Santa Ana to Salinas

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Round-trip from

$108
(Frontier)

One-way from

$63
(Netflights)

Popular in

September

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$256
From Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty to Salinas
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Cheapest flights from Santa Ana to Salinas
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Santa Ana to Salinas. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 15, 2025.

This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/291:00 pmSNA - SFO
Nonstop1h 38mFrontier
Fri 10/36:15 pmSFO - SNA
Nonstop1h 38mFrontier
Deal found 9/14$108
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/2012:58 pmSNA - SFO
1 stop9h 32mFrontier
Mon 10/2010:47 amSFO - SNA
Nonstop1h 34mFrontier
Deal found 9/15$110
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/412:58 pmSNA - SFO
1 stop19h 17mFrontier
Mon 10/66:15 pmSFO - SNA
Nonstop1h 38mFrontier
Deal found 9/13$111
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/177:53 pmSNA - SFO
Nonstop1h 39mFrontier
Sat 10/186:44 amSFO - SNA
1 stop6h 51mFrontier
Deal found 9/15$112
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Mon 10/61:00 pmSNA - SFO
Nonstop1h 38mFrontier
Mon 10/66:15 pmSFO - SNA
Nonstop1h 38mFrontier
Deal found 9/13$113
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/107:53 pmSNA - SFO
Nonstop1h 39mFrontier
Fri 10/178:21 pmSFO - SNA
1 stop17h 14mFrontier
Deal found 9/13$114
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Thu 9/252:24 pmSNA - SFO
1 stop4h 44mFrontier
Mon 9/296:15 pmSFO - SNA
Nonstop1h 38mFrontier
Deal found 9/13$115
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
Sat 10/112:20 pmSNA - SFO
1 stop8h 09mFrontier
Mon 10/1310:47 amSFO - SNA
Nonstop1h 34mFrontier
Deal found 9/14$118
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Fri 10/247:53 pmSNA - SFO
Nonstop1h 39mFrontier
Sun 10/262:47 pmSFO - SNA
1 stop5h 02mFrontier
Deal found 9/15$121
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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.
Sat 9/2712:58 pmSNA - SFO
1 stop9h 32mFrontier
Mon 9/296:15 pmSFO - SNA
Nonstop1h 38mFrontier
Deal found 9/13$123

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Santa Ana 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 September 15, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Santa Ana to Salinas that are best for you.

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Santa Ana

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Salinas

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Depart

Return

Price

Santa AnaSan Francisco

SNA - SFO

SNASFO

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Fri 12/26

6:23 pm-7:59 pm

Nonstop1h 36m

San Francisco

Wed 12/31

7:32 am-9:09 am

Nonstop1h 37m

$115

Santa AnaSan Francisco

SNA - SFO

SNASFO

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 10/9

5:59 pm-7:30 pm

Nonstop1h 31m

San Francisco

Sat 10/11

3:40 pm-5:19 pm

Nonstop1h 39m

$145

Santa AnaSan Francisco

SNA - SFO

SNASFO

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sat 11/8

6:45 am-8:32 am

Nonstop1h 47m

San Francisco

Tue 11/11

7:00 am-8:36 am

Nonstop1h 36m

$145

Santa AnaSan Francisco

SNA - SFO

SNASFO

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 10/9

7:06 pm-8:37 pm

Nonstop1h 31m

San Francisco

Wed 10/15

11:46 am-1:26 pm

Nonstop1h 40m

$145

Santa AnaSan Francisco

SNA - SFO

SNASFO

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Fri 11/21

7:20 am-8:57 am

Nonstop1h 37m

San Francisco

Tue 11/25

7:15 am-8:54 am

Nonstop1h 39m

$159

Santa AnaSan Francisco

SNA - SFO

SNASFO

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Fri 11/21

7:20 am-8:57 am

Nonstop1h 37m

San Francisco

Sat 11/29

7:15 am-8:54 am

Nonstop1h 39m

$159

Santa AnaSan Francisco

SNA - SFO

SNASFO

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Mon 12/22

7:15 am-8:56 am

Nonstop1h 41m

San Francisco

Sun 12/28

7:32 am-9:09 am

Nonstop1h 37m

$159

Santa AnaSan Francisco

SNA - SFO

SNASFO

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 12/24

6:23 pm-7:59 pm

Nonstop1h 36m

San Francisco

Thu 12/25

7:32 am-9:09 am

Nonstop1h 37m

$159

Santa AnaSan Francisco

SNA - SFO

SNASFO

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sat 10/25

7:00 am-8:34 am

Nonstop1h 34m

San Francisco

Mon 10/27

4:45 pm-6:18 pm

Nonstop1h 33m

$159

Santa AnaSan Francisco

SNA - SFO

SNASFO

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 10/14

6:11 pm-7:45 pm

Nonstop1h 34m

San Francisco

Fri 10/17

7:15 am-8:56 am

Nonstop1h 41m

$159

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Best time to book a flight from Santa Ana to Salinas

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Santa Ana to Salinas. Price data was last updated on September 12, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Santa Ana to Salinas is 65 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Ana to Salinas (average of $276). Flying from Santa Ana to Salinas in June is currently the most expensive (average of $357). 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 S9N?

Find hourly flight availability from Santa Ana 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 September 15, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Santa Ana to Salinas as you normally would.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Santa Ana to Salinas. Price data was last updated on November 3, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Santa Ana to Salinas flight should consider departing on Wednesday at noon 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 Salinas

Explore weekly flight availability from Santa Ana 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 September 15, 2025.

The most flights from SNA to S9N are scheduled on a Friday (68 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (54 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 September 15, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines, and United Airlines from Santa Ana to Salinas. 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.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

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
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

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
2,723 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

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
8,929 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

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
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

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
3,172 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

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

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

    Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty (SNA), located 4.8 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Santa Ana to Salinas. 8 airlines have flights from J. Wayne/Orange Cnty to Salinas on a regular basis. Booking flights from Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty to Salinas should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 60 outbound flights to Salinas per day.

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

    Flights from Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty to Salinas have been viewed 71 times in the past calendar month.

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

    For as low as $145, United Airlines can have you in Salinas from Santa Ana in 1h 31m. There are 372 mi between Santa Ana and Salinas. Generally, flights for this route are nonstop.

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

    Before booking your flight to Salinas from Santa Ana, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Singapore Airlines (92%), Japan Airlines (89%), Qantas Airways( 85%).

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

    The cheapest flight price from Santa Ana to Salinas is $68. On average you can expect to pay $681. The most popular route, (Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty - San Francisco), can usually be booked for $63.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Ana to Salinas (average of $276). Flying from Santa Ana to Salinas in June is currently the most expensive (average of $357). 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 Santa Ana to Salinas

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from Santa Ana 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 September 15, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$27Average$95FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$41Average$112FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$58Average$187FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
United AirlinesCheapest$58Average$259FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$77Average$189FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
DeltaCheapest$88Average$193FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$170Average$317FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$198Average$366FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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