$84+ Cheap flights from Santa Ana, CA to San Francisco (SNA - SFO)
This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 10/26. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SNA — SFO
Oct 31 — Nov 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 October 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 October 1, 2026.
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/30. 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.
Sat 10/247:31 pm -
Nonstop1h 24m
Sun 11/17:00 am -
Nonstop1h 41m
Deal found 9/30![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$159
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/1. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/303:55 pm -
1 stop16h 24m
Sun 11/110:23 pm -
1 stop20h 48m
Deal found 10/1![Frontier logo]()
$160
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/30. 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 10/3112:15 pm -
2 stops6h 05m
Sat 11/76:30 am -
2 stops6h 40m
Deal found 9/30![Southwest logo]()
$161
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/30. 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.
Thu 10/157:59 pm -
Nonstop1h 35m
Sun 10/181:35 pm -
Nonstop1h 48m
Deal found 9/30![Frontier logo]()
$162
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/30. 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.
Tue 10/207:30 am -
1 stop10h 55m
Mon 11/21:37 pm -
Nonstop1h 33m
Deal found 9/30![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$163
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/30. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/197:59 pm -
Nonstop1h 35m
Wed 10/216:55 am -
Nonstop1h 43m
Deal found 9/30![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$164
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/30. 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 10/3112:30 pm -
1 stop5h 15m
Sun 11/15:15 am -
1 stop6h 15m
Deal found 9/30![Southwest logo]()
$165
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/29. 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 10/292:55 pm -
2 stops6h 10m
Tue 11/310:15 am -
1 stop3h 25m
Deal found 9/29![Southwest logo]()
$166
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/1. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/237:59 pm -
Nonstop1h 35m
Sun 10/257:59 pm -
1 stop23h 15m
Deal found 10/1![Frontier logo]()
$167
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/30. 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.
Thu 10/297:56 pm -
Nonstop1h 42m
Fri 10/302:21 pm -
1 stop4h 50m
Deal found 9/30![Frontier logo]()
$168
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/30. 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.
Wed 10/217:30 am -
2 stops13h 08m
Mon 10/261:35 pm -
Nonstop1h 48m
Deal found 9/30![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$169
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/30. 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 11/710:25 am -
2 stops6h 45m
Mon 11/95:50 am -
1 stop7h 45m
Deal found 9/30![Southwest logo]()
$170
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 October 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 October 1, 2026.
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/1. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/711:10 am -
2 stops7h 30m
Mon 11/97:00 am -
2 stops7h 00m
Deal found 10/1![Southwest logo]()
$175
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/1. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/168:59 pm -
Nonstop1h 35m
Wed 11/184:17 pm -
Nonstop1h 34m
Deal found 10/1![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$219
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/30. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/296:36 pm -
Nonstop1h 34m
Mon 11/210:42 am -
Nonstop1h 35m
Deal found 9/30![United Airlines logo]()
$269
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/27. 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 10/302:55 pm -
2 stops6h 10m
Mon 11/24:10 pm -
2 stops6h 00m
Deal found 9/27![Southwest logo]()
$189
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/1. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/57:05 am -
2 stops6h 00m
Mon 11/94:10 pm -
2 stops6h 00m
Deal found 10/1![Southwest logo]()
$189
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/28. 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.
Fri 11/136:45 am -
2 stops8h 55m
Sun 11/151:45 pm -
1 stop8h 05m
Deal found 9/28![Southwest logo]()
$190
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/29. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/163:17 pm -
Nonstop1h 34m
Mon 11/2312:40 pm -
Nonstop1h 34m
Deal found 9/29![United Airlines logo]()
$278
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/1. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/14:50 pm -
1 stop6h 30m
Sat 11/79:35 am -
2 stops6h 45m
Deal found 10/1![Southwest logo]()
$230
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/26. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/235:35 pm -
1 stop6h 20m
Wed 12/305:10 am -
1 stop6h 05m
Deal found 9/26![Southwest logo]()
$257
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/28. 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.
Tue 10/1311:20 am -
1 stop5h 50m
Fri 10/1610:45 pm -
1 stop10h 00m
Deal found 9/28![Southwest logo]()
$292
Last-minute flights from Santa Ana to San FranciscoDiscover last-minute flight deals from Santa Ana to San Francisco. Data last updated October 1, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from Santa Ana to San Francisco. Data last updated October 1, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/30. 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.
Thu 10/157:59 pm -
Nonstop1h 35m
Sun 10/181:35 pm -
Nonstop1h 48m
Deal found 9/30![Frontier logo]()
$162
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/30. 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.
Thu 10/157:59 pm -
Nonstop1h 35m
Mon 10/191:35 pm -
Nonstop1h 48m
Deal found 9/30![Frontier logo]()
$171
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/30. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/197:59 pm -
Nonstop1h 35m
Wed 10/216:55 am -
Nonstop1h 43m
Deal found 9/30![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$164
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/30. 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.
Tue 10/207:30 am -
1 stop10h 55m
Mon 11/21:37 pm -
Nonstop1h 33m
Deal found 9/30![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$163
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/30. 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.
Wed 10/214:21 pm -
Nonstop1h 34m
Mon 11/25:49 pm -
Nonstop1h 33m
Deal found 9/30![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$159
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/30. 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.
Wed 10/217:30 am -
2 stops13h 08m
Mon 10/261:35 pm -
Nonstop1h 48m
Deal found 9/30![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$169
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/30. 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.
Thu 10/224:08 pm -
1 stop16h 05m
Thu 10/292:21 pm -
1 stop4h 50m
Deal found 9/30![Frontier logo]()
$167
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/29. 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.
Tue 10/278:25 am -
2 stops6h 45m
Tue 11/310:15 am -
1 stop3h 25m
Deal found 9/29![Southwest logo]()
$166
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/30. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/297:56 pm -
Nonstop1h 42m
Sun 11/11:37 pm -
Nonstop1h 33m
Deal found 9/30![Frontier logo]()
$161
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/30. 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.
Thu 10/297:56 pm -
Nonstop1h 42m
Fri 10/302:21 pm -
1 stop4h 50m
Deal found 9/30![Frontier logo]()
$168
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/30. 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 10/3112:30 pm -
1 stop5h 15m
Sun 11/15:15 am -
1 stop6h 15m
Deal found 9/30![Southwest logo]()
$165
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 October 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 October 1, 2026.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/30. 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 10/262:53 pm -
2 stops21h 58m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/30![Frontier logo]()
$84
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/30. 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.
Mon 10/194:08 pm -
1 stop22h 17m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/30![Frontier logo]()
$86
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/30. 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.
Wed 12/27:30 am -
1 stop10h 05m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/30![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$87
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/27. 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 10/277:30 am -
1 stop24h 49m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/27![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$88
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/30. 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.
Wed 10/214:50 pm -
1 stop4h 50m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/30![Southwest logo]()
$90
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/30. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/205:47 pm -
Nonstop1h 32m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/30![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$92
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/30. 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.
Fri 10/3012:30 pm -
2 stops6h 15m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/30![Southwest logo]()
$95
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/29. 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 10/307:56 pm -
Nonstop1h 42m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/29![Frontier logo]()
$96
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/29. 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.
Mon 10/197:30 am -
1 stop24h 43m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/29![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$97
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 October 1, 2026.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $159 (Alaska Airlines) |
One-way from | $84 (Kiwi.com) |
Popular in | March |
Cheapest in | December |
Average price | $294 |
Good round-trip deal | $256 or less |
Good one-way deal | $128 or less |
Cheapflights Fare Finder
Customize your flight search to find flights from Santa Ana to San Francisco 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 7,457,451 searches. Data last updated October 1, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Santa Ana to San Francisco that are best for you.
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Route
Depart
Return
Cheapest round-trip
Santa AnaSan Francisco
SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty - SFO San Francisco
SNASFO
Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
Thu 12/10
4:10 pm-9:20 pm
1 stop5h 10m
San Francisco
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-12:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$90
Santa AnaSan Francisco
SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty - SFO San Francisco
SNASFO
Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
Wed 10/21
2:00 pm-10:20 pm
1 stop8h 20m
San Francisco
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-12:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$90
Santa AnaSan Francisco
SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty - SFO San Francisco
SNASFO
Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
Fri 11/13
4:50 pm-11:25 pm
1 stop6h 35m
San Francisco
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-12:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$90
Santa AnaSan Francisco
SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty - SFO San Francisco
SNASFO
Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
Sun 12/13
9:15 am-8:10 pm
2 stops10h 55m
San Francisco
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-12:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$95
Santa AnaSan Francisco
SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty - SFO San Francisco
SNASFO
Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
Tue 12/1
8:10 pm-9:51 pm
Nonstop1h 41m
San Francisco
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-12:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$105
Santa AnaSan Francisco
SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty - SFO San Francisco
SNASFO
Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
Tue 10/13
1:47 pm-3:23 pm
Nonstop1h 36m
San Francisco
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-12:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$129
Santa AnaSan Francisco
SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty - SFO San Francisco
SNASFO
Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
Wed 10/14
7:15 am-11:25 am
1 stop4h 10m
San Francisco
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-12:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$130
Quickest round-trip
Santa AnaSan Francisco
SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty - SFO San Francisco
SNASFO
Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
Fri 11/27
7:00 am-8:34 am
Nonstop1h 34m
San Francisco
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-12:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$133
Santa AnaSan Francisco
SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty - SFO San Francisco
SNASFO
Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
Fri 11/27
8:56 pm-10:35 pm
Nonstop1h 39m
San Francisco
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-12:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$134
Santa AnaSan Francisco
SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty - SFO San Francisco
SNASFO
Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
Fri 10/16
6:25 pm-12:40 am
1 stop6h 15m
San Francisco
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-12:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$139
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Compare providers for flights from Santa Ana to San Francisco
Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
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 October.
| Provider | Price Accuracy | Trust Score* |
|---|---|---|
| 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 Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy2 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 81 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, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Ana, California to San Francisco (average of $239). Flying from Santa Ana, California to San Francisco in March is currently the most expensive (average of $352). 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 October 1, 2026.
It’s typically best to fly out from Santa Ana, California to San Francisco at noon. Doing so could potentially save you 33% 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 September 26, 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 26% of weekly flights between Santa Ana and San Francisco have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 121 minutes.
What is the most punctual flight time for Santa Ana to San Francisco flights?
Historically, flights departing at night 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, United Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 24% 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 October 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.
Crew
8.5
Entertainment
7.0
Boarding
8.1
Overall
7.9
Comfort
7.8
Food
7.0
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreChris,Aug 2026
GEG - SFO
Crew
8.5
Entertainment
7.0
Boarding
8.1
Overall
7.9
Comfort
7.8
Food
7.0
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreChris,Aug 2026
GEG - SFO
Crew
8.5
Entertainment
7.0
Boarding
8.1
Overall
7.9
Comfort
7.8
Food
7.0
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreChris,Aug 2026
GEG - SFO
Crew
8.5
Entertainment
7.0
Boarding
8.1
Overall
7.9
Comfort
7.8
Food
7.0
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreChris,Aug 2026
GEG - SFO
Crew
8.5
Entertainment
7.0
Boarding
8.1
Overall
7.9
Comfort
7.8
Food
7.0
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreChris,Aug 2026
GEG - SFO
Crew
8.5
Entertainment
7.0
Boarding
8.1
Overall
7.9
Comfort
7.8
Food
7.0
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreChris,Aug 2026
GEG - SFO
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$74 | Average$191 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% | |
| Cheapest$97 | Average$217 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$167 | Average$306 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time75% | |
| Cheapest$180 | Average$277 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time85% | |
| Cheapest$197 | Average$361 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$297 | Average$525 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% |