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$68+ Cheap flights from Dallas to Santa Ana, CA (SNA)

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 3/24. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DFW — SNA
Mar 5 — Mar 121
Thu 3/5
Thu 3/12
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Dallas to Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty are usually found in September or October, booked 82 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Wednesday and return on a Wednesday

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Thu 3/127:15 am
DFW
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SNA
1 stop8h 43m
Spirit Airlines
Mon 3/1610:48 am
SNA
-
DFW
1 stop8h 26m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 2/1$168
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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.
Wed 3/257:15 am
DFW
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SNA
1 stop4h 38m
Spirit Airlines
Mon 3/302:53 pm
SNA
-
DFW
1 stop4h 21m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 2/1$170
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 3/207:15 am
DFW
-
SNA
1 stop8h 43m
Spirit Airlines
Tue 3/242:53 pm
SNA
-
DFW
1 stop4h 21m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 2/1$171
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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.
Sun 3/810:31 pm
DFW
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SNA
1 stop15h 56m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 3/116:45 am
SNA
-
DFW
1 stop7h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/1$172
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/1910:31 pm
DFW
-
SNA
1 stop15h 54m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 2/237:10 pm
SNA
-
DFW
1 stop23h 56m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/2$173
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/3. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/45:35 pm
DFW
-
SNA
1 stop5h 22m
Spirit Airlines
Fri 3/66:45 am
SNA
-
DFW
1 stop7h 45m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 2/3$175
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/45:35 pm
DFW
-
SNA
1 stop5h 22m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 3/711:32 am
SNA
-
DFW
1 stop11h 04m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/1$177
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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.
Sat 3/217:15 am
DFW
-
SNA
1 stop8h 43m
Spirit Airlines
Thu 3/2610:48 am
SNA
-
DFW
1 stop8h 26m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 2/1$178
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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 3/35:45 am
DFW
-
SNA
2 stops17h 12m
Spirit Airlines
Wed 3/46:45 am
SNA
-
DFW
3 stops14h 32m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 2/1$179
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 2/95:40 pm
DFW
-
SNA
1 stop5h 17m
Spirit Airlines
Wed 2/116:45 am
SNA
-
DFW
1 stop7h 50m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 2/2$180
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 2/275:35 pm
DFW
-
SNA
1 stop5h 22m
Spirit Airlines
Wed 3/46:45 am
SNA
-
DFW
1 stop7h 45m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 2/1$181
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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.
Mon 2/239:07 pm
DFW
-
SNA
2 stops25h 50m
Spirit Airlines
Wed 2/256:45 am
SNA
-
DFW
1 stop7h 45m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 2/1$182

Find flight deals from Dallas to Santa Ana

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Dallas (A78) to Santa Ana (SNA). 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 February 3, 2026.

Round-trip from

$168
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$68
(Mytrip)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$449
From Dallas to Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Dallas to Santa Ana 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 February 3, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Dallas to Santa Ana that are best for you.

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Dallas

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Santa Ana

Route

Depart

Return

Price

DallasSanta Ana

DFW - SNA

DFWSNA

Dallas/Fort Worth

Wed 3/4

6:00 am-12:08 pm

1 stop8h 08m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 3/4

5:14 pm-4:40 am

1 stop9h 26m

$237

DallasSanta Ana

DFW - SNA

DFWSNA

Dallas/Fort Worth

Wed 3/4

9:00 am-4:26 pm

1 stop9h 26m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 3/10

12:56 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop9h 03m

$237

DallasSanta Ana

DFW - SNA

DFWSNA

Dallas/Fort Worth

Tue 3/3

9:00 am-4:26 pm

1 stop9h 26m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sat 3/7

6:45 am-4:39 pm

1 stop7h 54m

$297

DallasSanta Ana

DAL - SNA

DALSNA

Dallas Love Field

Sat 3/7

6:45 pm-9:35 pm

1 stop4h 50m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 3/11

10:45 am-6:45 pm

2 stops6h 00m

$332

DallasSanta Ana

DFW - SNA

DFWSNA

Dallas/Fort Worth

Tue 3/3

9:00 am-4:26 pm

1 stop9h 26m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 3/24

5:20 pm-6:20 am

1 stop11h 00m

$340

DallasSanta Ana

DFW - SNA

DFWSNA

Dallas/Fort Worth

Sat 3/7

6:00 am-8:06 pm

1 stop16h 06m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 3/11

5:14 pm-4:40 am

1 stop9h 26m

$340

DallasSanta Ana

DFW - SNA

DFWSNA

Dallas/Fort Worth

Wed 3/4

6:00 am-12:08 pm

1 stop8h 08m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sat 3/7

5:22 pm-6:29 am

2 stops11h 07m

$345

DallasSanta Ana

DFW - SNA

DFWSNA

Dallas/Fort Worth

Wed 3/11

6:00 am-12:08 pm

1 stop8h 08m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 3/12

12:56 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop9h 03m

$357

DallasSanta Ana

DFW - SNA

DFWSNA

Dallas/Fort Worth

Sat 2/21

5:15 am-11:27 am

1 stop8h 12m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 2/25

11:10 am-8:50 pm

1 stop7h 40m

$359

DallasSanta Ana

DFW - SNA

DFWSNA

Dallas/Fort Worth

Tue 3/24

2:44 pm-6:10 pm

1 stop5h 26m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 3/31

9:59 am-11:52 pm

2 stops11h 53m

$368

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Best time to book a flight from Dallas to Santa Ana

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Dallas to Santa Ana, California?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Dallas to Santa Ana. Price data was last updated on January 30, 2026.

Booking 82 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Dallas to Santa Ana, California. 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 Dallas to Santa Ana, California?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Dallas to Santa Ana, California (average of $58). Flying from Dallas to Santa Ana, California in June is currently the most expensive (average of $92). 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 DFW to SNA?

Find hourly flight availability from Dallas to Santa Ana. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated February 3, 2026.

Unlike in the evening, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 16% on flights from Dallas to Santa Ana, California by exploring options for tickets at noon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Dallas to Santa Ana, California?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Dallas to Santa Ana. Price data was last updated on January 31, 2026.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Dallas to Santa Ana, California flight should consider departing on Thursday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Dallas to Santa Ana, California

Explore weekly flight availability from Dallas to Santa Ana. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated February 3, 2026.

The most flights from A78 to SNA are scheduled on a Friday (29 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (24 on average).

How often are flights from Dallas to Santa Ana delayed?

About 18% of weekly flights between Dallas and Santa Ana have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 133 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Dallas to Santa Ana flights?

Historically, flights departing in the morning 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?

Friday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Monday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Dallas to Santa Ana flights?

Over the last year, American Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 18% of flights being delayed.

Reviews of airlines servicing Santa Ana

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Santa Ana. 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 Santa Ana. Reviews last updated February 3, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Alaska Airlines, Southwest, and American Airlines from Dallas to Santa Ana. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,834 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jan 2026

STS - LAX

Enjoyed staff assistance from ticking thru tsa , boarding and in the plane Couldn’t pick a seat except upgrading
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,834 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,834 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jan 2026

STS - LAX

Enjoyed staff assistance from ticking thru tsa , boarding and in the plane Couldn’t pick a seat except upgrading
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,272 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,834 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jan 2026

STS - LAX

Enjoyed staff assistance from ticking thru tsa , boarding and in the plane Couldn’t pick a seat except upgrading
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,218 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,834 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jan 2026

STS - LAX

Enjoyed staff assistance from ticking thru tsa , boarding and in the plane Couldn’t pick a seat except upgrading
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,407 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,834 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jan 2026

STS - LAX

Enjoyed staff assistance from ticking thru tsa , boarding and in the plane Couldn’t pick a seat except upgrading
Frontier
5.7
Fair
3,051 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,834 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jan 2026

STS - LAX

Enjoyed staff assistance from ticking thru tsa , boarding and in the plane Couldn’t pick a seat except upgrading

Related info for your journey

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

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

    Most people fly into Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty (SNA) if they book a flight to Santa Ana from Dallas. On average, J. Wayne/Orange Cnty has 26 inbound flights from Dallas per day from 6 airlines. Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty is conveniently located just 4.8 mi from Santa Ana’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from Dallas to Santa Ana, California?

    There are many flights that can get you from Dallas to Santa Ana, California in 4h 50m. Fly via Alaska Airlines or Southwest to get the fastest option. Airlines will cover a distance of 1213 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Dallas to Santa Ana, California round-trip?

    Currently priced at $93, Spirit Airlines will fly you from Dallas to Santa Ana, California and back. In addition to Spirit Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Frontier and United Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $98 and $249, respectively. Spirit Airlines is priced at 77% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Dallas to Santa Ana, California one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Spirit Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $38. Users have also found prices from $60 and $108 on Frontier and Delta, respectively.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Dallas to Santa Ana, California?

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Dallas to Santa Ana, California on time: Qantas Airways (83%), Iberia (79%), Alaska Airlines (78%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Dallas to Santa Ana, California?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Dallas to Santa Ana, California? While on average our users pay $599, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $294. The most popular route (Dallas/Fort Worth - Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty), is priced around $109.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Dallas to Santa Ana 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 Dallas to Santa Ana, California?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Dallas to Santa Ana, California (average of $58). Flying from Dallas to Santa Ana, California in June is currently the most expensive (average of $92). 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 6 airlines flying from Dallas to Santa Ana

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Dallas to Santa Ana. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated February 3, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$93Average$175FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$98Average$205FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
United AirlinesCheapest$249Average$390FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$266Average$473FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$308Average$474FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$405Average$550FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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