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$64+ Cheap flights from Detroit to Santa Ana (DTT - 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 10/15. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTT — SNA
Oct 14 — Oct 211
Tue 10/14
Tue 10/21
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Detroit All airports to Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty are usually found in January or August, booked 19 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Tuesday and return on a Saturday

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Detroit (DTT) 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 September 14, 2025.

Round-trip from

$147
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One-way from

$64
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Popular in

June

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$339

Good round-trip deal

$175 or less

Good one-way deal

$103 or less
From Detroit (DTT) to Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
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Cheapest flights from Detroit to Santa Ana
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Detroit to Santa Ana. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 14, 2025.

This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
Tue 10/72:22 pmDTW - SNA
1 stop7h 52mSpirit Airlines
Wed 10/158:09 pmSNA - DTW
1 stop6h 19mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/14$147
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
Tue 10/76:24 pmDTW - SNA
1 stop6h 39mSpirit Airlines
Tue 10/148:09 pmSNA - DTW
1 stop6h 19mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/14$148
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
Sat 10/119:21 amDTW - SNA
1 stop12h 53mSpirit Airlines
Tue 10/148:09 pmSNA - DTW
1 stop6h 19mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/14$162
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
Tue 10/146:24 pmDTW - SNA
1 stop6h 39mSpirit Airlines
Thu 10/166:45 amSNA - DTW
1 stop6h 02mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/14$172
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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.
Sat 10/112:22 pmDTW - SNA
1 stop10h 41mSpirit Airlines
Sat 10/188:09 pmSNA - DTW
1 stop6h 19mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/13$181
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Thu 10/26:10 amDTW - SNA
1 stop7h 57mFrontier
Mon 10/611:52 amSNA - DTW
1 stop9h 54mFrontier
Deal found 9/14$182
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Sat 10/186:05 amDTW - SNA
2 stops16h 09mSpirit Airlines
Tue 10/218:09 pmSNA - DTW
1 stop6h 19mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/14$184
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Wed 10/156:24 pmDTW - SNA
1 stop6h 39mSpirit Airlines
Mon 10/208:09 pmSNA - DTW
1 stop24h 40mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/14$187
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Tue 10/219:21 amDTW - SNA
1 stop12h 53mSpirit Airlines
Tue 10/286:45 amSNA - DTW
1 stop6h 02mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/13$193
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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.
Mon 10/66:35 pmDTW - SNA
1 stop6h 28mSpirit Airlines
Sat 10/118:09 pmSNA - DTW
1 stop6h 19mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/13$195

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

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Detroit

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Santa Ana

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Depart

Return

Price

DetroitSanta Ana

DTW - SNA

DTWSNA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 10/15

6:24 pm-10:03 pm

1 stop6h 39m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Mon 10/20

8:58 pm-12:59 am

2 stops25h 01m

$227

DetroitSanta Ana

DTW - SNA

DTWSNA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 12/12

9:30 am-4:51 pm

1 stop10h 21m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Mon 12/15

5:46 pm-11:04 am

2 stops14h 18m

$236

DetroitSanta Ana

DTW - SNA

DTWSNA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 10/23

2:22 pm-7:14 pm

1 stop7h 52m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sun 10/26

7:45 am-11:49 pm

1 stop13h 04m

$245

DetroitSanta Ana

DTW - SNA

DTWSNA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 11/8

9:45 am-8:58 am

1 stop26h 13m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 11/13

5:46 pm-10:40 am

2 stops37h 54m

$248

DetroitSanta Ana

DTW - SNA

DTWSNA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 10/3

9:05 pm-1:15 pm

2 stops19h 10m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Fri 10/10

6:45 am-3:47 pm

1 stop6h 02m

$259

DetroitSanta Ana

DTW - SNA

DTWSNA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 9/29

6:10 am-10:05 pm

2 stops18h 55m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 9/30

6:45 am-4:18 pm

1 stop6h 33m

$264

DetroitSanta Ana

DTW - SNA

DTWSNA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 10/21

6:05 am-10:03 pm

2 stops18h 58m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 10/28

6:45 am-8:16 am

2 stops22h 31m

$277

DetroitSanta Ana

DTW - SNA

DTWSNA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 12/19

9:40 am-11:25 am

Nonstop4h 45m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Fri 12/26

12:33 pm-7:58 pm

Nonstop4h 25m

$296

DetroitSanta Ana

DTW - SNA

DTWSNA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 10/16

6:35 pm-10:03 pm

1 stop6h 28m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 10/21

8:09 pm-5:28 am

1 stop6h 19m

$312

DetroitSanta Ana

DTW - SNA

DTWSNA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 12/20

9:40 am-11:25 am

Nonstop4h 45m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sat 12/27

12:33 pm-7:58 pm

Nonstop4h 25m

$332

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Best time to book a flight from Detroit to Santa Ana

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

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

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

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Detroit to Santa Ana, you should look to book at least 18 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 Detroit to Santa Ana?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit to Santa Ana (average of $298). Flying from Detroit to Santa Ana in March is currently the most expensive (average of $376). 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 DTT to SNA?

Find hourly flight availability from Detroit 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 September 14, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Detroit to Santa Ana in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 60% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Detroit to Santa Ana?

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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Detroit to Santa Ana flight should consider departing on Friday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Detroit to Santa Ana

Explore weekly flight availability from Detroit 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 September 14, 2025.

The most flights from DTT to SNA are scheduled on a Monday (1 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 on average).

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 September 14, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Detroit to Santa Ana, such as Southwest, Delta, and American Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,245 reviews

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,245 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,245 reviews

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,956 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,245 reviews

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,245 reviews

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,016 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,245 reviews

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
Frontier
5.8
Fair
3,173 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,245 reviews

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Detroit 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 airports do I use to fly from Detroit to Santa Ana?

    You will need to book a flight from Detroit All airports to Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty if you want to fly from Detroit to Santa Ana. At least 5 different airlines have flights from All airports (DTT) to J. Wayne/Orange Cnty (SNA) on a regular basis. There is 1 flight to Santa Ana from the Detroit airport per day. If you manage to book one that is nonstop, then you can expect the flight time from DTT to SNA to be around 4h 45m.

  • How long is the flight from Detroit to Santa Ana?

    Departing from Detroit to Santa Ana will take you 10h 21m. Airlines will cover a distance of 1954 mi.

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

    Currently priced at $137, Spirit Airlines will fly you from Detroit to Santa Ana and back. In addition to Spirit Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Frontier and American Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $139 and $216, respectively. Users have found that Spirit Airlines is 68% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Detroit to Santa Ana?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Detroit to Santa Ana? While on average our users pay $366, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $63. The most popular route (Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty), is priced around $143.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Detroit 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 Detroit to Santa Ana?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit to Santa Ana (average of $298). Flying from Detroit to Santa Ana in March is currently the most expensive (average of $376). 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 5 airlines flying from Detroit to Santa Ana

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Detroit 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 September 14, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$137Average$241FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$139Average$264FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$216Average$537FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$399Average$634FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$407Average$536FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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