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$101+ Cheap flights from Santa Ana to San Diego (SNA - SAN)

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 10/16. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SNA — SAN
Jul 8 — Jul 151
Tue 7/8
Tue 7/15
1 adult, Economy
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Santa Ana (SNA) to San Diego (SAN). 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 July 3, 2025.

Round-trip from

$112
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$101
(Mytrip)

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$179
From Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty to San Diego
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Cheapest flights from Santa Ana to San Diego
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Santa Ana to San Diego. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 3, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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.
Tue 7/2912:26 pmSNA - SAN
1 stop5h 29mSpirit Airlines
Tue 8/53:57 pmSAN - SNA
1 stop5h 24mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/1$112
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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.
Wed 7/163:27 pmSNA - SAN
1 stop8h 15mAlaska Airlines
Tue 7/226:15 amSAN - SNA
1 stop8h 35mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 7/2$143
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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.
Thu 7/103:32 pmSNA - SAN
1 stop7h 34mMultiple Airlines
Thu 7/176:15 amSAN - SNA
1 stop9h 37mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/3$191
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/2911:56 amSNA - SAN
1 stop11h 06mFrontier
Tue 8/57:04 pmSAN - SNA
2 stops16h 07mFrontier
Deal found 7/1$274
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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.
Thu 7/246:47 pmSNA - SAN
1 stop3h 08mAmerican Airlines
Sun 7/276:30 amSAN - SNA
1 stop8h 57mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/2$551
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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.
Wed 7/162:02 pmSNA - SAN
1 stop19h 32mUnited Airlines
Tue 7/225:30 pmSAN - SNA
2 stops15h 44mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/2$825

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Santa Ana to San Diego 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 July 3, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Santa Ana to San Diego that are best for you.

Fly from

Santa Ana

Fly to

San Diego

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Santa AnaSan Diego

SNA - SAN

SNASAN

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 7/29

12:26 pm-5:55 pm

1 stop5h 29m

San Diego

Tue 8/5

3:57 pm-9:21 pm

1 stop5h 24m

$112

Santa AnaSan Diego

SNA - SAN

SNASAN

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 7/16

3:27 pm-11:42 pm

1 stop8h 15m

San Diego

Tue 7/22

6:15 am-2:50 pm

1 stop8h 35m

$143

Santa AnaSan Diego

SNA - SAN

SNASAN

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Fri 8/1

9:31 am-9:55 am

2 stops24h 24m

San Diego

Tue 8/5

6:15 am-11:26 am

1 stop5h 11m

$217

Santa AnaSan Diego

SNA - SAN

SNASAN

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 7/29

11:56 am-11:02 pm

1 stop11h 06m

San Diego

Tue 8/5

7:04 pm-11:11 am

2 stops16h 07m

$274

Santa AnaSan Diego

SNA - SAN

SNASAN

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 7/24

6:47 pm-9:55 pm

1 stop3h 08m

San Diego

Sun 7/27

6:30 am-3:27 pm

1 stop8h 57m

$551

Santa AnaSan Diego

SNA - SAN

SNASAN

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 7/16

2:02 pm-9:34 am

1 stop19h 32m

San Diego

Tue 7/22

5:30 pm-9:14 am

2 stops15h 44m

$825

Santa AnaSan Diego

SNA - SAN

SNASAN

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 10/16

10:56 am-8:14 am

2 stops21h 18m

$101

Santa AnaSan Diego

SNA - SAN

SNASAN

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Mon 7/28

5:58 pm-11:42 pm

1 stop5h 44m

$136

Santa AnaSan Diego

SNA - SAN

SNASAN

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 10/16

2:01 pm-4:34 pm

3 stops26h 33m

$179

Santa AnaSan Diego

SNA - SAN

SNASAN

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 11/27

6:45 am-8:05 pm

2 stops13h 20m

$395

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Ana to San Diego (average of $286). Flying from Santa Ana to San Diego in March is currently the most expensive (average of $366). 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 SAN?

Find hourly flight availability from Santa Ana to San Diego. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated July 3, 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 San Diego as you normally would.

Reviews of airlines servicing San Diego

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Diego. 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 San Diego. Reviews last updated July 3, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, United Airlines, and American Airlines from Santa Ana to San Diego to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,861 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,086 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Frontier
5.9
Fair
3,286 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Santa Ana to San Diego. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $101 on Spirit Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Alaska Airlines from $136 and United Airlines from $395 one-way.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Santa Ana to San Diego 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 San Diego?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Ana to San Diego (average of $286). Flying from Santa Ana to San Diego in March is currently the most expensive (average of $366). 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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