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$59+ Cheap flights from Santa Ana to San Francisco (SNA - SFO)

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SNA — SFO
Oct 19 — Oct 261
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty to San Francisco are usually found in January or February, booked 65 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Saturday and return on a Tuesday

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Round-trip from

$108
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$59
(CheapOair)

Popular in

September

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$256

Good round-trip deal

$199 or less

Good one-way deal

$115 or less
From Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty to San Francisco
One-way flight from Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty to San Francisco
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 16% potential increase in price ($35 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($7 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in September 2025
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Thu 11/67:15 amSNA - SFO
1 stop5h 45mMultiple Airlines
Mon 11/102:10 pmSFO - SNA
Nonstop1h 37mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/17$108
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/243:33 pmSNA - SFO
Nonstop1h 42mFrontier
Wed 11/268:36 amSFO - SNA
Nonstop1h 37mFrontier
Deal found 9/16$109
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Fri 10/247:53 pmSNA - SFO
Nonstop1h 39mFrontier
Wed 10/296:34 amSFO - SNA
1 stop7h 01mFrontier
Deal found 9/16$110
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Fri 10/107:53 pmSNA - SFO
Nonstop1h 39mFrontier
Sat 10/186:44 amSFO - SNA
1 stop6h 51mFrontier
Deal found 9/16$111
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Fri 10/314:49 pmSNA - SFO
1 stop4h 46mFrontier
Mon 11/32:16 pmSFO - SNA
Nonstop1h 37mFrontier
Deal found 9/18$113
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/18. 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 10/99:50 amSNA - SFO
1 stop7h 30mFrontier
Mon 10/1310:47 amSFO - SNA
Nonstop1h 34mFrontier
Deal found 9/18$114
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Fri 10/177:53 pmSNA - SFO
Nonstop1h 39mFrontier
Fri 10/2410:47 amSFO - SNA
Nonstop1h 34mFrontier
Deal found 9/17$115
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 Priceline 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 9/16$119
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/277:53 pmSNA - SFO
Nonstop1h 39mFrontier
Tue 10/286:34 amSFO - SNA
1 stop7h 01mFrontier
Deal found 9/16$122

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

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Santa AnaSan Francisco

SNA - SFO

SNASFO

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sat 11/8

6:16 pm-7:49 pm

Nonstop1h 33m

San Francisco

Tue 11/11

7:00 am-8:36 am

Nonstop1h 36m

$129

Santa AnaSan Francisco

SNA - SFO

SNASFO

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 2/12

9:15 am-10:45 am

Nonstop1h 30m

San Francisco

Sun 2/15

7:00 am-8:34 am

Nonstop1h 34m

$145

Santa AnaSan Francisco

SNA - SFO

SNASFO

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 10/7

9:34 am-11:12 am

Nonstop1h 38m

San Francisco

Tue 10/7

2:28 pm-4:07 pm

Nonstop1h 39m

$153

Santa AnaSan Francisco

SNA - SFO

SNASFO

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Fri 11/7

7:34 pm-9:05 pm

Nonstop1h 31m

San Francisco

Sun 11/9

7:15 am-8:54 am

Nonstop1h 39m

$159

Santa AnaSan Francisco

SNA - SFO

SNASFO

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 10/29

6:25 pm-7:56 pm

Nonstop1h 31m

San Francisco

Sun 11/2

7:15 am-8:54 am

Nonstop1h 39m

$159

Santa AnaSan Francisco

SNA - SFO

SNASFO

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 10/9

3:55 pm-10:05 pm

1 stop6h 10m

San Francisco

Tue 10/14

6:10 am-12:50 pm

2 stops6h 40m

$189

Santa AnaSan Francisco

SNA - SFO

SNASFO

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 10/8

9:34 am-11:12 am

Nonstop1h 38m

San Francisco

Thu 10/9

7:15 am-8:54 am

Nonstop1h 39m

$192

Santa AnaSan Francisco

SNA - SFO

SNASFO

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sat 12/13

7:50 pm-9:20 pm

Nonstop1h 30m

San Francisco

Sat 1/24

1:05 pm-2:45 pm

Nonstop1h 40m

$207

Santa AnaSan Francisco

SNA - SFO

SNASFO

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 10/16

4:00 pm-5:41 pm

Nonstop1h 41m

San Francisco

Thu 10/23

10:40 am-12:17 pm

Nonstop1h 37m

$207

Santa AnaSan Francisco

SNA - SFO

SNASFO

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sat 11/15

6:45 am-8:32 am

Nonstop1h 47m

San Francisco

Mon 11/17

2:06 pm-3:42 pm

Nonstop1h 36m

$207

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The best insider tips for Santa Ana to San Francisco flights

Snippets provided in this section are AI-generated based on a summarization of Cheapflights-commissioned articles. The articles are presented as-is, for general informational purposes only, and may not be up-to-date. The opinions contained in the articles are original to the author and reflect their authentic experience, which may vary significantly from the experience of others.
Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your Santa Ana to San Francisco trip
Airlines
Alaska Airlines

Alaska's Premium Class offers extra legroom and free cocktails, ideal for short flights.


Alaska's Wi-Fi is a flat fee, perfect for staying connected on short flights.

Frontier

Frontier's UpFront Plus guarantees an empty middle seat for extra comfort.


Frontier's Zone 1 boarding is available with a carry-on purchase, ensuring early boarding.

Read more about Frontierby Marisa Garcia
Airports
SNA

For a smooth departure, check security lines at each terminal. If one is busy, try another for a shorter wait.

Read more about SNAby Scott Laird
SFO

Use BART for affordable travel from SFO to downtown San Francisco. It takes about 40 minutes and is the cheapest option.

Read more about SFOby Harriet Baskas
Our travel experts
Robert Schrader

Robert Schrader

Expert on Alaska Airlines

Robert Schrader

Robert Schrader

One of the web's original travel bloggers, Robert launched his first site Leave Your Daily Hell in 2009. Since then, he's expanded into destination niche sites (one each for Japan, Thailand and Taiwan), in addition to having written for the inflight magazines of Singapore Airlines and Korean Air. Overall, he's visited nearly 100 countries, and flies business as often as possible.

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Marisa Garcia

Marisa Garcia

Expert on Frontier

Marisa Garcia

Marisa Garcia

Marisa knows planes inside and out, spending 16 years working on aircraft in hangars at airports around the world. She is an aviation industry expert, specialized in airline interiors and regulations. Ten years ago, she pivoted to journalism. She shares her insights in leading aviation, travel, and business publications and on her site FlightChic.

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Scott Laird

Scott Laird

Expert on SNA

Scott Laird

Scott Laird

Originally from Anchorage, Alaska, Scott is a frequent contributor to Fodor’s Travel Guide, Conde Nast Traveler, TravelAge West, and TravelPulse. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Organizational Management from Alaska Pacific University and a Master of Science in Airline Management from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, and has worked in the airline and hotel industries and as a travel consultant.

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Harriet Baskas

Harriet Baskas

Expert on SFO

Harriet Baskas

Harriet Baskas

Harriet is an award-winning journalist who is happiest in an airport or an unusual museum. Her stories about airports, air travel, and the business of travel have appeared on NBC News, CNBC, USA TODAY, The Points Guy and other outlets. She is the creator of the StuckatTheAirport.com blog and the author of nine books. When not out on the road or exploring the latest airport amenities, she’s home in Seattle getting ready for the next adventure.

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Best time to book a flight from Santa Ana to San Francisco

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Santa Ana to San Francisco

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

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

Booking 65 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Santa Ana to San Francisco. 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 San Francisco?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Ana to San Francisco (average of $276). Flying from Santa Ana to San Francisco 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 SFO?

Find hourly flight availability from Santa Ana to San Francisco. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated September 19, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Santa Ana to San Francisco at noon. Doing so could potentially save you 39% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Santa Ana to San Francisco?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Santa Ana to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on September 14, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Santa Ana to San Francisco 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.

Reviews of airlines servicing San Francisco

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Francisco. 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 Francisco. Reviews last updated September 19, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Santa Ana to San Francisco, such as Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines, and United Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

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.

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

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.

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

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.

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

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.

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

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.

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

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 airports do I use to fly from Santa Ana to San Francisco?

    San Francisco is the airport most travelers will use when flying to San Francisco from Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty. Booking flights from J. Wayne/Orange Cnty (SNA) to San Francisco (SFO) should be relatively easy as there are 55 daily flights to San Francisco from 7 different airlines. 1h 30m is how long a flight from Santa Ana to San Francisco will take if you book a nonstop flight.

  • How popular is this Santa Ana to San Francisco flight route?

  • How long is the flight from Santa Ana to San Francisco?

    A quick flight from Santa Ana to San Francisco can take about 1h 31m. Alaska Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $159. Airlines will cover a distance of 372 mi. All flights are typically nonstop.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Santa Ana to San Francisco round-trip from $39. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Spirit Airlines, from $41, and Hawaiian Airlines, from $58. These flights start at 78% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    Before booking your flight to San Francisco from Santa Ana, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Japan Airlines (90%), Singapore Airlines (87%), Qatar Airways( 85%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Santa Ana to San Francisco?

    The cheapest flight price from Santa Ana to San Francisco is $68. On average you can expect to pay $571. The most popular route, (Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty - San Francisco), can usually be booked for $84.

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

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

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

    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 Francisco.

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Ana to San Francisco (average of $276). Flying from Santa Ana to San Francisco 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 7 airlines flying from Santa Ana to San Francisco

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$39Average$119FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$41Average$100FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$58Average$187FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
United AirlinesCheapest$59Average$213FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$87Average$212FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
DeltaCheapest$90Average$167FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$198Average$366FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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