$89+ Cheap flights from Santa Ana, CA to San Francisco (SNA - SFO)
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 7/28. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SNA — SFO
Jul 31 — Aug 71
Round-trip
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Santa Ana to San FranciscoExplore the most affordable flight options available from Santa Ana to San Francisco. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 1, 2026.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Santa Ana to San Francisco. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 1, 2026.
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/28. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 7/271:16 pm
SNA
- SFO
Nonstop1h 42m
Frontier
Mon 8/35:26 pm
SFO
- SNA
Nonstop1h 42m
Frontier
Deal found 6/28![Frontier logo]()
$159
This Super.com 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/16:30 pm
SNA
- SFO
Nonstop1h 35m
Frontier
Fri 10/22:12 pm
SFO
- SNA
Nonstop1h 39m
Frontier
Deal found 6/26![Frontier logo]()
$160
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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 8/11:16 pm
SNA
- SFO
Nonstop1h 42m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 8/56:35 am
SFO
- SNA
Nonstop1h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/30![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$164
This Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 7/201:16 pm
SNA
- SFO
Nonstop1h 42m
Frontier
Mon 7/275:26 pm
SFO
- SNA
Nonstop1h 42m
Frontier
Deal found 6/26![Frontier logo]()
$167
This Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/81:16 pm
SNA
- SFO
Nonstop1h 37m
Frontier
Sun 8/95:26 pm
SFO
- SNA
Nonstop1h 37m
Frontier
Deal found 7/1![Frontier logo]()
$168
This Frontier 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 7/251:16 pm
SNA
- SFO
Nonstop1h 42m
Frontier
Wed 8/1211:20 am
SFO
- SNA
1 stop4h 00m
Frontier
Deal found 7/1![Frontier logo]()
$169
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/27. 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 7/251:16 pm
SNA
- SFO
Nonstop1h 42m
Frontier
Sun 7/265:26 pm
SFO
- SNA
Nonstop1h 42m
Frontier
Deal found 6/27![Frontier logo]()
$170
This Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/156:30 pm
SNA
- SFO
Nonstop1h 35m
Frontier
Mon 11/162:12 pm
SFO
- SNA
Nonstop1h 39m
Frontier
Deal found 6/26![Frontier logo]()
$171
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/28. 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.
Sat 7/251:16 pm
SNA
- SFO
Nonstop1h 42m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 7/2910:37 am
SFO
- SNA
Nonstop1h 39m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/28![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$173
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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.
Fri 7/241:16 pm
SNA
- SFO
Nonstop1h 42m
Frontier
Tue 7/284:30 pm
SFO
- SNA
1 stop22h 58m
Frontier
Deal found 6/30![Frontier logo]()
$174
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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.
Sun 7/261:16 pm
SNA
- SFO
Nonstop1h 42m
Frontier
Mon 7/275:26 pm
SFO
- SNA
Nonstop1h 42m
Frontier
Deal found 6/30![Frontier logo]()
$175
Best flights from Santa Ana to San FranciscoDiscover carefully curated flight deals from Santa Ana to San Francisco that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated July 1, 2026.
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Santa Ana to San Francisco that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated July 1, 2026.
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/28. 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 11/77:48 pm
SNA
- SFO
Nonstop1h 35m
Alaska Airlines
Wed 11/111:59 pm
SFO
- SNA
Nonstop1h 38m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 6/28![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$217
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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 8/173:35 pm
SNA
- SFO
2 stops6h 05m
Southwest
Wed 8/1912:05 pm
SFO
- SNA
2 stops7h 10m
Southwest
Deal found 6/30![Southwest logo]()
$258
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/29. 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 8/41:08 pm
SNA
- SFO
Nonstop1h 45m
Alaska Airlines
Thu 8/69:28 am
SFO
- SNA
Nonstop1h 43m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 6/29![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$228
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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.
Mon 7/276:45 am
SNA
- SFO
Nonstop1h 45m
Alaska Airlines
Tue 7/2810:37 am
SFO
- SNA
Nonstop1h 39m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 6/30![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$232
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/28. 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 9/173:35 pm
SNA
- SFO
1 stop5h 00m
Southwest
Sun 9/205:40 am
SFO
- SNA
1 stop5h 55m
Southwest
Deal found 6/28![Southwest logo]()
$263
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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.
Sat 8/1510:40 am
SNA
- SFO
1 stop6h 50m
Southwest
Mon 8/172:50 pm
SFO
- SNA
1 stop6h 10m
Southwest
Deal found 6/30![Southwest logo]()
$265
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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.
Sun 11/19:15 am
SNA
- SFO
2 stops10h 55m
Southwest
Thu 11/510:10 am
SFO
- SNA
1 stop3h 55m
Southwest
Deal found 6/30![Southwest logo]()
$268
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/29. 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 8/267:11 am
SNA
- SFO
1 stop5h 28m
Alaska Airlines
Sat 8/292:41 pm
SFO
- SNA
Nonstop1h 41m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 6/29![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$290
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/29. 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 8/133:35 pm
SNA
- SFO
2 stops6h 05m
Southwest
Fri 8/147:00 am
SFO
- SNA
1 stop5h 30m
Southwest
Deal found 6/29![Southwest logo]()
$268
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/27. 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.
Fri 8/283:35 pm
SNA
- SFO
2 stops6h 05m
Southwest
Sun 8/305:40 am
SFO
- SNA
1 stop7h 10m
Southwest
Deal found 6/27![Southwest logo]()
$272
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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.
Tue 8/43:40 pm
SNA
- SFO
2 stops5h 30m
Southwest
Thu 8/64:00 pm
SFO
- SNA
2 stops6h 05m
Southwest
Deal found 6/30![Southwest logo]()
$291
Last-minute flights from Santa Ana to San FranciscoDiscover last-minute flight deals from Santa Ana to San Francisco. Data last updated July 1, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from Santa Ana to San Francisco. Data last updated July 1, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 7/201:16 pm
SNA
- SFO
Nonstop1h 42m
Frontier
Mon 7/275:26 pm
SFO
- SNA
Nonstop1h 42m
Frontier
Deal found 6/26![Frontier logo]()
$167
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/29. 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.
Wed 7/228:25 pm
SNA
- SFO
Nonstop1h 38m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 7/255:26 pm
SFO
- SNA
Nonstop1h 42m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/29![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$176
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/29. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/241:16 pm
SNA
- SFO
Nonstop1h 42m
Frontier
Sat 7/255:26 pm
SFO
- SNA
Nonstop1h 42m
Frontier
Deal found 6/29![Frontier logo]()
$168
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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.
Fri 7/241:16 pm
SNA
- SFO
Nonstop1h 42m
Frontier
Tue 7/284:30 pm
SFO
- SNA
1 stop22h 58m
Frontier
Deal found 6/30![Frontier logo]()
$174
This Frontier 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 7/251:16 pm
SNA
- SFO
Nonstop1h 42m
Frontier
Wed 8/1211:20 am
SFO
- SNA
1 stop4h 00m
Frontier
Deal found 7/1![Frontier logo]()
$169
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/27. 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 7/251:16 pm
SNA
- SFO
Nonstop1h 42m
Frontier
Sun 7/265:26 pm
SFO
- SNA
Nonstop1h 42m
Frontier
Deal found 6/27![Frontier logo]()
$170
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/28. 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.
Sat 7/251:16 pm
SNA
- SFO
Nonstop1h 42m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 7/2910:37 am
SFO
- SNA
Nonstop1h 39m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/28![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$173
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/28. 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.
Sat 7/251:16 pm
SNA
- SFO
Nonstop1h 42m
Frontier
Wed 7/296:00 am
SFO
- SNA
1 stop28h 28m
Frontier
Deal found 6/28![Frontier logo]()
$179
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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.
Sun 7/261:16 pm
SNA
- SFO
Nonstop1h 42m
Frontier
Mon 7/275:26 pm
SFO
- SNA
Nonstop1h 42m
Frontier
Deal found 6/30![Frontier logo]()
$175
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/28. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 7/271:16 pm
SNA
- SFO
Nonstop1h 42m
Frontier
Mon 8/35:26 pm
SFO
- SNA
Nonstop1h 42m
Frontier
Deal found 6/28![Frontier logo]()
$159
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/28. 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 7/281:06 pm
SNA
- SFO
Nonstop1h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 8/35:26 pm
SFO
- SNA
Nonstop1h 42m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/28![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$177
One-way flights from Santa Ana to San FranciscoSearch for one-way flight options from Santa Ana to San Francisco. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated July 1, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from Santa Ana to San Francisco. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated July 1, 2026.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/29. 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 7/284:13 pm
SNA
- SFO
1 stop23h 12m
Frontier
Deal found 6/29![Frontier logo]()
$89
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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 8/242:27 pm
SNA
- SFO
2 stops21h 25m
Frontier
Deal found 6/30![Frontier logo]()
$90
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/27. 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 8/114:13 pm
SNA
- SFO
1 stop4h 59m
Frontier
Deal found 6/27![Frontier logo]()
$91
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/161:16 pm
SNA
- SFO
Nonstop1h 42m
Frontier
Deal found 6/30![Frontier logo]()
$93
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/28. 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 8/257:30 am
SNA
- SFO
1 stop26h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/28![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$96
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/27. 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.
Sun 9/276:30 pm
SNA
- SFO
Nonstop1h 35m
Frontier
Deal found 6/27![Frontier logo]()
$99
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/29. 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.
Sun 8/27:53 pm
SNA
- SFO
1 stop23h 59m
Frontier
Deal found 6/29![Frontier logo]()
$101
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/28. 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.
Wed 9/27:30 am
SNA
- SFO
1 stop12h 26m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/28![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$102
This Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 7/202:27 pm
SNA
- SFO
2 stops31h 11m
Frontier
Deal found 6/26![Frontier logo]()
$103
Find flight deals from Santa Ana to San Francisco
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Santa Ana (SNA) to San Francisco (SFO). 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 1, 2026.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $159 (Booking.com) |
One-way from | $89 (Kiwi.com) |
Popular in | March |
Cheapest in | August |
Average price | $222 |
Good round-trip deal | $247 or less |
Good one-way deal | $137 or less |
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Route
Depart
Return
Cheapest round-trip
Quickest round-trip
Santa AnaSan Francisco
SNA - SFO
SNASFO
Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
Sat 11/7
7:48 pm-9:23 pm
Nonstop1h 35m
San Francisco
Wed 11/11
1:59 pm-3:37 pm
Nonstop1h 38m
$217
Santa AnaSan Francisco
SNA - SFO
SNASFO
Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
Tue 8/4
1:08 pm-2:53 pm
Nonstop1h 45m
San Francisco
Thu 8/6
9:28 am-11:11 am
Nonstop1h 43m
$228
Santa AnaSan Francisco
SNA - SFO
SNASFO
Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
Mon 7/27
6:45 am-8:30 am
Nonstop1h 45m
San Francisco
Tue 7/28
10:37 am-12:16 pm
Nonstop1h 39m
$232
Santa AnaSan Francisco
SNA - SFO
SNASFO
Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
Mon 8/17
3:35 pm-9:40 pm
2 stops6h 05m
San Francisco
Wed 8/19
12:05 pm-7:15 pm
2 stops7h 10m
$258
Santa AnaSan Francisco
SNA - SFO
SNASFO
Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
Thu 9/17
3:35 pm-8:35 pm
1 stop5h 00m
San Francisco
Sun 9/20
5:40 am-11:35 am
1 stop5h 55m
$263
Santa AnaSan Francisco
SNA - SFO
SNASFO
Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
Sat 8/15
10:40 am-5:30 pm
1 stop6h 50m
San Francisco
Mon 8/17
2:50 pm-9:00 pm
1 stop6h 10m
$265
Santa AnaSan Francisco
SNA - SFO
SNASFO
Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
Sun 11/1
9:15 am-8:10 pm
2 stops10h 55m
San Francisco
Thu 11/5
10:10 am-2:05 pm
1 stop3h 55m
$268
Santa AnaSan Francisco
SNA - SFO
SNASFO
Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
Thu 8/13
3:35 pm-9:40 pm
2 stops6h 05m
San Francisco
Fri 8/14
7:00 am-12:30 pm
1 stop5h 30m
$268
Santa AnaSan Francisco
SNA - SFO
SNASFO
Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
Fri 8/28
3:35 pm-9:40 pm
2 stops6h 05m
San Francisco
Sun 8/30
5:40 am-12:50 pm
1 stop7h 10m
$272
Santa AnaSan Francisco
SNA - SFO
SNASFO
Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
Wed 8/26
7:11 am-12:39 pm
1 stop5h 28m
San Francisco
Sat 8/29
2:41 pm-4:22 pm
Nonstop1h 41m
$290
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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Santa Ana to San Francisco in July.
| Provider | Price Accuracy | Trust Score* |
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| Price Accuracy1 star | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy- | Trust Score*1 star | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy2 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy- | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy1 star | Trust Score*3 stars |
- Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Santa Ana, California-San Francisco flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Santa Ana, California-San Francisco flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Santa Ana, California-San Francisco flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
- Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Santa Ana, California-San Francisco flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Santa Ana, California-San Francisco flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
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How far ahead should I book a flight from Santa Ana, California to San Francisco?
To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Santa Ana, California to San Francisco, you should look to book at least 87 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Santa Ana, California to San Francisco?
Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Ana, California to San Francisco (average of $209). Flying from Santa Ana, California to San Francisco in March is currently the most expensive (average of $351). 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 July 1, 2026.
It’s typically best to fly out from Santa Ana, California 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, California 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 June 27, 2026.
Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Santa Ana, California to San Francisco flight should consider departing on Thursday 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.
How often are flights from Santa Ana to San Francisco delayed?
About 19% of weekly flights between Santa Ana and San Francisco have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 120 minutes.
What is the most punctual flight time for Santa Ana to San Francisco flights?
Historically, flights departing in the early afternoon are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the evening tend to experience delays more often.
What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?
Saturday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Sunday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.
Which airline has the best punctuality record on Santa Ana to San Francisco flights?
Over the last year, Alaska Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 17% of flights being delayed.
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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 July 1, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Santa Ana to San Francisco, such as Alaska Airlines,Hawaiian Airlines, andUnited Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Boarding
8.1
Overall
7.9
Food
7.1
Crew
8.5
Entertainment
7.0
Comfort
7.8
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentJames,Apr 2025
LAX - SFO
Boarding
8.1
Overall
7.9
Food
7.1
Crew
8.5
Entertainment
7.0
Comfort
7.8
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentJames,Apr 2025
LAX - SFO
Boarding
8.1
Overall
7.9
Food
7.1
Crew
8.5
Entertainment
7.0
Comfort
7.8
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentJames,Apr 2025
LAX - SFO
Boarding
8.1
Overall
7.9
Food
7.1
Crew
8.5
Entertainment
7.0
Comfort
7.8
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentJames,Apr 2025
LAX - SFO
Boarding
8.1
Overall
7.9
Food
7.1
Crew
8.5
Entertainment
7.0
Comfort
7.8
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentJames,Apr 2025
LAX - SFO
Boarding
8.1
Overall
7.9
Food
7.1
Crew
8.5
Entertainment
7.0
Comfort
7.8
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentJames,Apr 2025
LAX - SFO
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$57 | Average$168 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% | |
| Cheapest$88 | Average$214 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time85% | |
| Cheapest$120 | Average$217 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$145 | Average$286 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time75% | |
| Cheapest$167 | Average$338 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$287 | Average$480 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% |